10 Frame Queen Excluder

Excluder Langstroth, thick, horizontal, plasticl ( 416 mm x 509 mm)

Dimensions: 416 x 509 mm.

Queen excluders, such as the Lyson American Langstroth thick horizontal plastic excluder, offer several benefits and advantages to beekeepers. These devices are designed to restrict the queen bee's movement within the hive, while allowing worker bees to pass through freely. Here are some of the key benefits and advantages of using queen excluders:

Easier Honey Harvest

• Prevents Brood in Honey Supers: Queen excluders help to keep the brood out of honey supers, ensuring that honey can be harvested without contamination from brood or debris
• Saves Time: Beekeepers can extract honey more efficiently since they do not need to inspect each frame for brood presence

Improved Hive Management

• Easier Queen Location: With the queen confined to the brood boxes, beekeepers can find her more easily, which is particularly useful when requeening or inspecting the hive
• Population Control: By limiting the queen's laying area, beekeepers can manage the colony's population and reduce defensiveness, especially in areas with Africanized bees

Durability and Maintenance

• Longevity: The Lyson queen excluder is made of durable plastic, which can withstand the rigors of beekeeping and last for several seasons
• Ease of Cleaning: Plastic excluders like the Lyson model are easier to clean compared to metal excluders, which can rust or require careful handling to avoid bending

Cost-Effectiveness

• Affordability: Plastic excluders are generally less expensive than their metal counterparts, making them a cost-effective option for beekeepers

Versatility

• Compatibility: The Lyson excluder is designed to fit 10 Frame American Langstroth hives, which are widely used, ensuring compatibility with many beekeepers' existing equipment.

Potential Drawbacks

While queen excluders offer several advantages, there are also potential drawbacks to consider:

• Worker Bee Stress: There is a concern that the excluder may shorten the lifespan of worker bees as they pass through the gaps, potentially damaging their wings
• Drone Trapping: Larger drones may become trapped by the excluder, leading to their death
• Hive Congestion: If not managed properly, the brood area can become overcrowded, which may lead to swarming