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@tyleregan57833 жыл бұрын
I made three nucs per your instructions and they came out great! Thank you. My nucs came out 1/8" short of the standard 20" box. Is that intentional or should should the side measurements be 19 1/4? Or should I back my dado cut off a 1/16?
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
20 inch is not standard and is a common mistake. A properly made box made from 3/4 inch lumber should be 19-7/8 in. long. Sounds like yours is perfect.
@saeedsalimbamerdah3594
7 ай бұрын
Which is better for the bottom boards and outer covering, pine wood or plywood?
@scottbayles34073 жыл бұрын
Amazing to see such a large woodworking shop that is sooooo clean! Hope everyone on your staff has a wonderful new year.
@dccreations13612 жыл бұрын
Bob, thank you so much for all of your great videos and your contributions to the bee keeping community.
@iowasenator3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for posting! I know nothing about woodworking yet, this video was easier for me to understand than all of the others. I wish that I worked for you with your operation!
@hubertpounall13233 жыл бұрын
Bob as a Beekeeper who sometimes cuts and makes my own materials I just love to watched you work, You're a very cool customer. 👍
@JDS623 жыл бұрын
Just a tip for John when putting on the handle, the gauge block can be made L shaped, hold down tight to the top, hold the handle with your thumb, nail it.
@beehivewithaview97603 жыл бұрын
I worked in a custom cabinet shop and your cut off guy comment brought back some memories.
@jodygucwa88923 жыл бұрын
Great video Bob. I'm building hive equipment also. I found in my first few years that getting your equipment and any thing else you need in the spring and summer done in the winter will keep you from scrambling when spring comes.
@jmblakeney13 жыл бұрын
Please keep your videos coming! They are so great and you are a wealth of knowledge. Hope to make a drive down from just above Knoxville TN to see you some day and me you in person.
@kathyhathaway88232 жыл бұрын
Bob words spoken so true . My father use to tell me people does not have time to do things correctly BUT they have time to do it over . You sound like a very smart man also . It it so great to see how good you take in your craftsmanship. THANKS
@TheHobbyShooter3 ай бұрын
Don't know if you still check comments on these older videos, but I finally got around to making these nuc boxes and had to offer my thanks for sharing this with everyone! I love how they turned out. I'm looking forward to putting them to use this season.Thanks again, and best wishes!
@bobbinnie9872
3 ай бұрын
Thank you and yes, I do try to check comments on older videos. I hope they serve you well. 👍
@stevenakers44283 жыл бұрын
Bob, thank you for making great videos and sharing your knowledge. I need to build nuc/deep box jig.
@rodneyberube16993 жыл бұрын
Bob thank you for this awesome video. It's nice to see excellent craftsmanship.
@joecnc33413 жыл бұрын
Great Video Bob. I love the fence and flip stop system on your radial arm saw.
@KayiFarmJaHoneyBees3 жыл бұрын
Always love to see insights into your operation! Truly magnificent.
@christianbuzila69973 жыл бұрын
Professional work!! Thank you for shearing your great ideas !!!
@aCanadianBeekeepersBlog3 жыл бұрын
Love the video Bob! Keep up the good work
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
I like the change of pace with woodworking in the winter.
@magicman94863 жыл бұрын
You can use a framing nailer parallel to your wood, but when using a finish nailer you should go perpendicular. the finish nail has a wedge end and if you don't go perpendicular the nail can curve to the outside and stick out. if you go perpendicular even if the nail bends it will still be inside the wood. Just a tip from a very old cabinet maker. Also if your worried about the boards splitting when using the framing nailer, spray the nails with furniture wax.
@luci75d762 жыл бұрын
Bob, i always stay on Sunday morning while I have my coffee and see the videos of your play list ...It’s a saying in Romania : “every beekeeper must to be a carpenter as well” ....you need to know and have wood working skills otherwise you can’t be a good bee keeper Thanks for your videos !
@bobbinnie9872
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you. We also say we are electricians, plumbers, salesmen and mechanics.
@luci75d76
2 жыл бұрын
@@bobbinnie9872 indeed Mechanical -I also fix the trucks when need for pastoral , also cooking while we camp. Multiple jobs. It’s a must
@jmblakeney13 жыл бұрын
One suggestion for your nuc assembly jig, if I may. You could place a small strip of wood, that is just small enough to fit into the handle slot of the sides of the nuc, and affix it to your jig sides so that when the nuc sides are in place they still fit snug against the jig sides. If the nuc sides are in place any other way, the small strip of wood will prevent the nuc side from sitting flush against the side of the assembly jig and you’ll instantly know that it’s being installed wrong.
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
Good idea. Fool proof. Thank you.
@boldger133 жыл бұрын
Very nicely guided video. Thank you for your efforts and sharing it with us.
@scrotiemcbogerballs82863 жыл бұрын
You guys have such an amazing operation
@alfredobonillacastaneda15413 жыл бұрын
I like those Nuc boxes. I just started making my own boxes, is not an easy job but give me pride at the end .
@bobwebber8521 Жыл бұрын
The boxes look very well made. Bet they cost a bit more than others BUT they should last longer. Thanks for the visual.
@WeBeeKH3 жыл бұрын
Amazing to see the process of working 🐝
@bobsilleck67973 жыл бұрын
I know you've done the same thing for years & have a process that's been honed thru the years but have you ever considered building out of Hardie Panels? Cement board is virtually indestructible, holds the paint, & the cost can't be anywhere near what you're investing per box. I'd attach a picture but I haven't figured out how! Love your videos. Stay safe in Tennessee...we opted out d/t the pandemic.
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Sounds like an interesting idea. I do know it's heavy though.
@graemediesel29363 жыл бұрын
Great video as usual and the finished boxes looked really nice. My only issue was i couldn’t hear a word you said while the radial arm saw was running. Subtitles would be nice for that part.
@richardleggans98862 жыл бұрын
Been beekeeping since the 70's. Bought another retiring beekeeper out. Was blessed to have someone like him to fall back on. 35 hives to start out made me dizzy. Yes mentor is number 1.
@shrekpower3 жыл бұрын
I wish I had the opportunity to work for you when I was younger. I'm just totally impressed by your organization. It looks like everything you touch is running so smooth. I've done this exact same work from A to Z with very minimal tools and there are so many things I've seen you guys did to facilitate your work and keeping it safe it's amazing to watch. I'm learning a lot as I'm watching you every-single-time. Thank you so much again for sharing what you do. You are a real professional and a great entrepreneur. @11:22, look at those hands, I mean, those are hard working people! All the best for the next season! Merry christmas and happy new year to you Bob and your family and all your great employees! Much love
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you sir and the very same to you.
@yuriyodarchuk99603 жыл бұрын
Amazing craftsmanship as a commercial beekeeper I make my own hives and learned a thing or two
@stephenbull8962 Жыл бұрын
A great video Bob, a lesson in good production methods resulting in a first class product.
@bobbinnie9872
Жыл бұрын
Thanks.
@ordinaryguy68693 жыл бұрын
Wow. Very educational video. Thank you for this!
@JandHFarms3 жыл бұрын
Hey Bob, If you have time in the future would you mind making a video on how you build your 4-way migratory pallets. Thanks for your time!
@MohamedUAE3 жыл бұрын
Well done, love all of your videos. Happy new year from Dubai, peace & love 🌹🌹
@matthewsweeney25773 жыл бұрын
Wow, can’t get more helpful than that ty 👍
@jpthedelawarebeeman62393 жыл бұрын
Hi Bob - I hope you had a Merry Christmas and hope you have a Great New Year !
@williamfroese66263 жыл бұрын
Awesome video man I enjoy watching your videos keep it up😁
@houstonsheltonbees8142 жыл бұрын
I bet I could ask any of your guys and they all would say that your a great guy to work for. It just shines through everything you show. Thanks for sharing your business process with us.👍👍 good health to you and your family 👍
@bobbinnie9872
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you. 🙂
@houstonsheltonbees814
2 жыл бұрын
@@bobbinnie9872 Thank you sir. For all your doing. Happy holidays 👍
@fshrgy993 жыл бұрын
Thanks Bob. I appreciate your videos, experience and especially your transparency. I was surprised to see in the comments that you are not selling these Nucs in your store but instead intend to use them all! I am very interested in knowing more about how you incorporate these into your operation. Splits? Mating Nucs? I have been beekeeping for just long enough to learn a couple of things. 1: I need to make colonies every season if I want to avoid buying bees every spring. 2: I can save a lot of time by paying careful attention to how beekeepers that have got a system that works are doing their beekeeping. Happy New Year! Dennis
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Dennis. We will be using these nucs for both making splits and mating queens. We have had both 5 frame and 3 frame nuc boxes for mating queens and we're replacing the 3 framers with 5 for a couple of reasons. One, you can allow the queen to lay longer before harvest if needed and two, they're more versatile. I know I could sell lots of nuc boxes like these but there is only so much we can do. So funny that we purchase factory made nuc boxes to sell in our store but save these for ourselves. You're right in checking out other successful beekeepers. I've always said that the ones that get good fast are the ones that gather all the "good" info they can before coming up with a plan that works best for them. If you haven't noticed yet you will see that even the most successful beekeepers do it differently than their best friends. Good luck and happy New Year to you.
@markbooth84583 жыл бұрын
Nice nuc boxes Bob. I built some a couple of winters ago. They aren't that difficult to build. Just need a good table saw. I'm my opinion they are just to expensive to buy.
@davidburke28833 жыл бұрын
You are a Gentleman and an expert, Hello from Ireland
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
Love Ireland!
@wesleyhoskins99743 жыл бұрын
Great videos keep them coming
@bgodard2 жыл бұрын
Also, how about a video on the copper naph and linseed oil?
@beeman12463 жыл бұрын
A very good video. I build boxes similarly, but I believe that the sides and the back are better when overlap the bottom board. The seam is hidden from the elements. Good lack in 2021.
@rsavain2 жыл бұрын
I am setting my shop using you techniques
@rodneymiddleton96243 жыл бұрын
Now that's a production line. Henry Ford would be proud!!!!!! Thanks Bob!
@thomasbacon3 жыл бұрын
Another great video
@Pinpon-ni8vc3 жыл бұрын
It will be nice to add a link to your site
@kearneyfamilylondon683 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for this. The whole process and thinking very informative. PEK.
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
The term PEK hasn't become popular in the US yet, I had to look it up. If it means what I think it does, Thank you very much.
@imkereistappert31833 жыл бұрын
Great job guys👌😎
@markspc13 жыл бұрын
Bob, thank you for your video and Happy New Year.
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
Same to you!
@kevin_raney3 жыл бұрын
What are those little measurement things called on your cut off saw? I need those in my life.
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
www.mayaposi-stop.com/
@jimix3233 жыл бұрын
I love the way how you make the handles. It's so easy. Unfortunately, such saw blades (dado set) are not approved by the employer's liability insurance coverage in Germany.😪
@lenturtle7954
7 ай бұрын
What do you use then a router ??
@jimix323
7 ай бұрын
@@lenturtle7954 yes.
@keithfaithful39893 жыл бұрын
You have more fun than anyone. Lol great boxes. One question, do you think if I didn’t cut in the handle slot it would be missed? I feel I would use the the ones in front and back more.
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
You probably wouldn't miss it at all.
@franksbees38843 жыл бұрын
Bob where did you get your board stop on the radial arm saw that is slick ???? what brand is that THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR SHARING YOUR KNOWLEDGE.
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
www.mayaposi-stop.com/swing-st...
@ThatBeeMan
3 жыл бұрын
I noticed that too, what an asset! I might be looking into this, and that auto-feeder, for my shop. www.mayaposi-stop.com/swing-stop-system.asp
@kayladelaossa42443 жыл бұрын
Can you confirm the taller box design is to accommodate a pollen pattie up top without having to add a raised ring to the lids? If so is that simply to save material and time or possibly other benefits?
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
We use a 10 inch box instead of 9-5/8 because there aren't any strips below the box on the bottom board which in our case would be 3/8 in. The bottom board is flat. If you are referring to the frame rest being 3/4 instead of 5/8 that's just to provide a true 3/8 in. bee space between the top bars and the flat lid.
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
@@LaraLovesBees We use extra shims on our nucs when feeding patties to keep the hive beetle problems to a minimum. The bees need to police as much surface area as possible on the patty.
@johnperkins20783 жыл бұрын
thank you..
@heavymechanic22 жыл бұрын
The disposable mentality and Time-Is-Money has ruined the current workforce producing substandard materials. You cannot buy decent products anymore due to cheep materials and huge profits from retailers.. Your finished product looks amazing, your guys do a great job building your woodware.
@brianchrisman4331
Жыл бұрын
Agreed, after trashing a bunch of nuc boxes that barely lasted 5 yrs. It really makes me want to build something that'll last 15-20 yrs
@user-bo9zc3mm5w3 жыл бұрын
Bob,спасибо большое!!
@alhachlibou3lam94 Жыл бұрын
عمل جميل ورائع
@tbone81192 жыл бұрын
amazing
@joseortiz59653 жыл бұрын
Awesome
@mahmoudbamarni38033 жыл бұрын
nice work
@dandahlberg44522 ай бұрын
Hi again Bob, I was just doing some calculating on the lf cost of 3/4 in HDO (32 lf at $50/sheet = $1.56 lf) whereas 1x12 lf for pine is over double that at Lows. I realize I could find a lumber broker and likely get the cost down for a unit of 1/12 pine but my questions is, is there any reason, when considering bee health, or other factor I may not be considering, that it might not be good to use HDO for the entire nuc? I live in WA, Bellingham to be exact, so long wet winters. I have been using Inter lux 1026, a marine grade sealer to seal my exposed end cuts before priming and painting. Thanks in advance for any advice. I love your operation and wisdom, invaluable!!
@bobbinnie9872
2 ай бұрын
HDO is heavier than the white pine we use per board ft. It's not a big deal if you are making a limited amount but when you're moving dozens or more that extra weight may be a consideration. Also, the price in our area ranges between $90.00 and $95.00 per sheet for HDO. Besides that I think it would good and probably hold up better.
@chadcutkomp67804 ай бұрын
On the holes for the lids, are you putting a lid in the hole with no holes in it? Also, I notice when you feed, you don't put an outer shell around the bucket. Is that ever a problem? We use 1 gallon buckets to feed with. Thanks for the video. Good one.
@bobbinnie9872
4 ай бұрын
If we aren't feeding we do put in a cap without holes. The only potential problem with buckets is the wind could blow them off once they are empty. If we're worried about that we put a small brick or rock on top.
@chadcutkomp6780
4 ай бұрын
Ok. Thank you.
@markbooth84583 жыл бұрын
You mentioned putting putting handles wrong . I'm so glad I'm not he only one does that sometimes lol
@kiaya0073 жыл бұрын
Hi Bob i noticed you placed the glue on the end grain of the HDO rather than the side grain @13:30 then you drove the nails through the end grain. is there any reason for applying the glue to the end grain rather than the side or does it not matter likewise with the nails im an ametuer woodworker and was taught to put nails and screws through the side grain rather than end grain to prevent splitting. again is there a reason or does it not matter with HDO. Thanks for making this video and any advice is greatly appreciated. :-D
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Wayne. Good catch that most people miss. In most instances you would be correct. However, this plywood is so tough it's a little harder to shoot a small staple through three outer resin layers and because of the way it's manufactured it's very strong sideways. It never splits or separates.
@mark-wn5ek3 жыл бұрын
Have you got a cost per unit figured? Those are very nice boxes.
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Approx. $26.00 includes labor, pine, HDO, screws glue, etc., but not paint and treatment.
@russellkoopman3004
3 жыл бұрын
@@bobbinnie9872 That's not bad. It also allows you to keep your full timers employed. If they make the boxes they aren't going to abuse them either.
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
@@russellkoopman3004 Exactly.
@russellkoopman30043 жыл бұрын
I like that smaller entrance on the nuc and of course your whole process. What a nice bunch of boxes. How many weeks do you keep the crew busy making all the wooden ware? Have a great New Years Bob and the crew.
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Russell. We have about a 2 month window.
@dandahlberg44522 ай бұрын
Hi Bob, do you sell the wood Nuc boxes you make to customers when they buy nucs and if so, would you mind sharing what are you able to fetch for a price for just the box? We are considering offering our HDO boxes next year when we sell nucs. Other than labor, our raw material cost is about 16/box and I was thinking about selling them for $40. Wondering if the market will bare that cost??
@bobbinnie9872
2 ай бұрын
We don't sell this style nuc box with nucs but we could. I'm sure there are some folks that would take them but I'm just trying to keep it simple for us with one choice.
@dandahlberg4452
2 ай бұрын
@@bobbinnie9872 I see. Thanks for your reply.
@lambbrookfarm45288 ай бұрын
Good morning Bob, happy holidays. You may have said in the video, but where did the spring-loaded chop saw stops you have come from? Thanks for the timely video.
@bobbinnie9872
8 ай бұрын
www.mayaposi-stop.com/
@rsavain2 жыл бұрын
Please give us plans of your RAS base and stands or do another video of how it was built
@bobbinnie9872
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Roger. Excuse my ignorance but what does RAS stand for.
@rsavain
2 жыл бұрын
Radial Arm Saw, your table and dust collector look great. Thought you started in woodworking. I try to understand the spacing under what seems to be a 3/4” plywood. Hope you did plans or more pics
@dianetaylor67513 жыл бұрын
I wish there was a way to just plug my brain into yours and just download all that expertise!
@williamsanderford9187 ай бұрын
What is the measurements of board you get from the mill before you cut them down to nuc sizes?
@bobbinnie9872
7 ай бұрын
3/4 inch thick x 11-3/8 inch wide.
@IceBug13373 жыл бұрын
Hi, Thank you very much for showing. Whats the value of the side handles since there are glued massive handles in front and back? Best regards, Jan
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
Sometimes when we're loading trucks it's nice to have another angle to pick up from. Thanks.
@stevesoutdoorworld43403 жыл бұрын
Maybe save time by not putting handles on the sides. I myself would never see a need for them because i always pick up from the ends. Very nice nucs Bob Thanks for sharing!
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. We do occasionally use them if the entrance is covered with bees.
@donbearden19533 жыл бұрын
Those look like high quality Nuc boxes!
@khawk73653 жыл бұрын
Great video once again. Please keep up good work. Do you ever make swarm traps to put at your yards to catch any boxes that swarm? If so what lure and box do you use? I use a router table for mating nucs I made. Why dado over routing table?
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you. We don't put out swarm traps but if I did I would probably use lemongrass oil in a single deep box with an old comb or two in it, about ten feet off the ground where we could stand on a truck bed and get it. A router table would certainly work well, and would make cleaner cuts too. We used a large industrial router in the shop I worked at in Oregon for many things but the dado blades held up better and did a good enough job for grinding out thousands of rabbit joints for bee boxes. Also makes it easier to use the automatic feed.
@outdoor4413 Жыл бұрын
do you not make this style nuc box anymore? with the rounded entrance and dadal cut faces? this was a really good looking box and was looking forward to getting some.
@bobbinnie9872
Жыл бұрын
I think we we will be making more next winter.
@luci75d763 жыл бұрын
My dad say: every beekeeper should be a carpenter too !
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
Your dad sounds like a smart man. It's also helpful to be a plumber, a truck driver, an electrician and more.
@luci75d76
3 жыл бұрын
@@bobbinnie9872 yes Mr.Bob you are very right!
@eberntson Жыл бұрын
Thx Bob for all your great videos. I am working my way up to a sideliner, and these videos provide a wealth of knowledge. I live in Massachusetts/Maine and am wondering why 5 frame nuc boxes; I am a big fan of Michael Palmer's double-nuc resource hives and would like to simplify to 10-frame and 4-frame (nuc) boxes. Do you foresee any stumbling blocks? Besides, when do I sell nucs to people. (Or should I just have a 12-frame bottom box? hahahahah) The bees love 4-frame boxes and build up like a chimney fire.
@bobbinnie9872
Жыл бұрын
Four frame nucs work fine when overwintered in the manor that Michael uses. We like the five because we actually will occasionally overwinter them on their own if they're strong enough (full 5 frames) and they're more forgiving in the spring when we're making and selling nucs. Four frame might be better for simple queen mating nucs. Both sizes have their pros and cons.
@bgodard2 жыл бұрын
I watch these videos and haven't any idea where to start sourcing the quantity of wood necessary to make a shop like this work. In particular, the 1x material which doesn't leave so much waste. I have also have very marginal luck finding MDO or HDO stock, and frankly none which is truly affordable. Ideas on how to get started?
@bobbinnie9872
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Byron. We're lucky that in our area there are several small mills that we can purchase from. Every once in a while our local lumber yard can give us a good deal on 1x12 from New Hampshire. When buying from small mills we always make sure it is kiln dried for best results. HDO is always expensive, even by the unit. Bridge contractors will occasionally have used HDO to give away or sell cheap.
@georgehardee54703 жыл бұрын
Could you tell me where you found the 71 mm hole saw that you use to cut your holes in your lids ? The manufacturer and where you found it would be a huge help. Love your videos! Thanks!!
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
Hi George. The hole saw we use was custom made and very heavy duty. A link for the company that made it is in the video description of Feeding Bees Part 3. You can find 71mm hole saws online through Goggle search. Good luck.
@robweaver93673 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your videos. Very well done. Why don't you use the hdo plywood for the nuc bottom?
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
It works great and we occasionally do but were trying to keep the weight down because we move them a lot.
@robweaver9367
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Makes sense
@shanihenderson44973 жыл бұрын
Fantastic information Bob. Many thanks for putting so much into bringing us these video’s. Could you please tell me the brand of fence you use with the radial arm saw. Such a fast and efficient setup. Cheers John Australia
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
I love this fence. www.mayaposi-stop.com/
@magicman9486
3 жыл бұрын
You can also use 2020 rail. that also works well.
@abergman54 ай бұрын
Bob Where did you get that fence for the radial arm saw with the adjustable stop blocks? Thanks.
@bobbinnie9872
4 ай бұрын
www.mayaposi-stop.com/
@MAQ1234 ай бұрын
Bob, I wonder, wouldn't it be simpler to use HDO plywood for all the parts? I mean the actual box, why would you still go for the lumber?
@bobbinnie9872
4 ай бұрын
In this case the white pine was much cheaper and it is also lighter. If I handle a lot of them even a few extra pounds heavier gets to me by the end of the day.
@MAQ123
4 ай бұрын
@@bobbinnie9872 I see, makes sense. So the factor wasn't anything regarding bee's well-being but more economics/ergonomics :) Thanks for the answer, much appreciated!
@jdeking23 жыл бұрын
I'm a novice when it comes to woodworking. I noticed on the radial arm saw that you are using colasable stops on a rail to determin your cuts, Where can I find stops like that?
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
www.mayaposi-stop.com/
@jdeking2
3 жыл бұрын
@@bobbinnie9872 That was fast! Thank you!
@dennissitter22423 жыл бұрын
Do you shoot any nails or staples in the side boards. Wen making nucs or hive bodies? Great videos thanks for sharing.
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
As long as we use liberal amounts of glue we don't put nails in the side on a rabbit joint.
@brianmoon54783 жыл бұрын
Great video, Do you make your own hive bodies? I'm setting up my woodshop and figuring out how to make finger joints on a large scale or just buy hive bodies. Thanks
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Brian. Although we're not currently making hive bodies for ourselves we have in the past. When we buy them we use finger joints. When we make them we use rabbit joints. They'll last years if you do a good job making them.
@recepdemir710 Жыл бұрын
When it rains can this lid save that nuc from water? Why don't you make its sides covered too?
@bobbinnie9872
Жыл бұрын
Yes, this lid works well. We make it like this to facilitate stacking large numbers.
@JoseGutierrez-pl4ck3 жыл бұрын
Good morning Mr Binnie. I have always done my splits in regular size brood boxes. Is there an advantage to using nuc boxes for the splits instead of the regular brood boxes?
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
There is a slight advantage with thermoregulation in cold weather. Our reasons for using them are easier handling in large numbers and easier to find a queen when used as a queen mating nuc.
@williambates68114 ай бұрын
Is it OK to use pre primed pine boards for hives? I got a real good deal on cull 12 inch primed pine boards cheaper then regular pine boards.
@bobbinnie9872
4 ай бұрын
I think it would be OK. I once purchased some equipment that was painted inside and out and could see no ill effects.
@williambates6811
4 ай бұрын
@@bobbinnie9872 Thanx
@glennrcampbell11933 жыл бұрын
Hi Bob...Great video as always! Your video on making bee hive lids...I can't find it anymore. Have you taken it down from KZread? Glenn Campbell
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Glenn. I have not made a video on lids yet.
@lenturtle79547 ай бұрын
Another question Bob . So you said you use a 3/4 dado for the frame rest on your nucs but not on the supers or hive bodies . We used to use it on all our supers so we had bee space above the frames and out hive cover was a flat 3/4 " board . Why the 5/8 " on the supers ???
@bobbinnie9872
7 ай бұрын
I like to keep everything standard in most cases so equipment from a variety of sources will stack and work together. I do think the bees benefit from the extra 1/8 inch space under a flat lid and I don't ever stack nuc boxes, so I don't worry about being standard in that particular case.
@lenturtle7954
7 ай бұрын
Thanks for the info I find in this area the supers being sold have the frames flush with the top of the super which forces you to use an inner cover . I just deepen the frame rest so I can use my 3/4" ply reversable lids one side has an upper entrance in it for cooling and ventillation during hot spells and drying in large nectar flows and the other is flat to close the entrance off if needed . Turning the inner cover over floods them out thru the feed hole during rains if you want to close off the upper entrance I like the keep it simple too ... one lid for multi purpose .
@menace25843 жыл бұрын
Great info. Have two questions. What thickness HDO plywood? and what size hole saw for the top lid hole? Thanks
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
I use 3/4 in. and the whole is approx. 71 mm or 2.80 in.
@menace2584
3 жыл бұрын
@@bobbinnie9872 Thanks
@cecildean36483 жыл бұрын
What is the ratio of the copper nap & linseed oil ? Do you just soak the hives or do you pressure treat them?
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
Our wood preservative recipe: 1 gallon "Cu-Nap 8%" copper naphthenate concentrate 6 gallons mineral spirits 2 gallons raw linseed oil We soak for 5 seconds and stack to season while still wet.
@RKalos3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the information ! Here in europe we make our hives jointed with clips , joints.The lid and the bottom are connected with them so when we move to another area to hunt the honey flow ,the hive stays in place so are the bees inside.How come your nucs and regural hives stays in place?I mean i see that you tight them with straps but all the other time the hive is ready to open? What if some animals push them (cattle ,hogs)?
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
We rarely have a problem with animals pushing them apart. Bears can be a problem but clips wouldn't help in that instance.
@RKalos
3 жыл бұрын
@@bobbinnie9872 Thank you for the answer!But still dont they dismantle during the transportation?Or when you cary hives when unloading from the truck? Here we drive bees through the mountains in very rough terrain.
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
@@RKalos In the summer we try to wait several days after working the hives before moving so they will have time to stick together well. They can come apart easier in cold weather when the propolis isn't sticky. We do our best to tie them down well and rough mountain roads would definitely make it more difficult. We've moved thousands of colonies thousands of miles and of course have had many problems along the way. I suppose I don't have a perfect answer for you, we just do the best we can and it works. Thanks.
@RKalos
3 жыл бұрын
@@bobbinnie9872 Thank you very much for your good work!
@jorgeclaverie67523 жыл бұрын
Great job! Contrats! Just a question, out of curiosity: do you ever wear protective goggles or use noise-cancelling earmuffs?
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
We use safety glasses and ear plugs.
@bradveltkamp39493 жыл бұрын
Hi Bob! Love your videos! What is the model number of your Grip Rite Nailer in this video? Or if they don’t sell that model anymore, what is the equivalent?
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
I'm not near the shop to look at it right now but I believe it is a GRTCS 250. www.acmetools.com/shop/tools/grip-rite-grtcs250?feeds=shopping&gclid=CjwKCAiAirb_BRBNEiwALHlnD0WnmGyyk6PHX33NccZPiTbv1_vhqeVRDugmYeVRLnu9i201V4HJIRoCLcsQAvD_BwE
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I made three nucs per your instructions and they came out great! Thank you. My nucs came out 1/8" short of the standard 20" box. Is that intentional or should should the side measurements be 19 1/4? Or should I back my dado cut off a 1/16?
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
20 inch is not standard and is a common mistake. A properly made box made from 3/4 inch lumber should be 19-7/8 in. long. Sounds like yours is perfect.
@saeedsalimbamerdah3594
7 ай бұрын
Which is better for the bottom boards and outer covering, pine wood or plywood?
Amazing to see such a large woodworking shop that is sooooo clean! Hope everyone on your staff has a wonderful new year.
Bob, thank you so much for all of your great videos and your contributions to the bee keeping community.
Thank you so much for posting! I know nothing about woodworking yet, this video was easier for me to understand than all of the others. I wish that I worked for you with your operation!
Bob as a Beekeeper who sometimes cuts and makes my own materials I just love to watched you work, You're a very cool customer. 👍
Just a tip for John when putting on the handle, the gauge block can be made L shaped, hold down tight to the top, hold the handle with your thumb, nail it.
I worked in a custom cabinet shop and your cut off guy comment brought back some memories.
Great video Bob. I'm building hive equipment also. I found in my first few years that getting your equipment and any thing else you need in the spring and summer done in the winter will keep you from scrambling when spring comes.
Please keep your videos coming! They are so great and you are a wealth of knowledge. Hope to make a drive down from just above Knoxville TN to see you some day and me you in person.
Bob words spoken so true . My father use to tell me people does not have time to do things correctly BUT they have time to do it over . You sound like a very smart man also . It it so great to see how good you take in your craftsmanship. THANKS
Don't know if you still check comments on these older videos, but I finally got around to making these nuc boxes and had to offer my thanks for sharing this with everyone! I love how they turned out. I'm looking forward to putting them to use this season.Thanks again, and best wishes!
@bobbinnie9872
3 ай бұрын
Thank you and yes, I do try to check comments on older videos. I hope they serve you well. 👍
Bob, thank you for making great videos and sharing your knowledge. I need to build nuc/deep box jig.
Bob thank you for this awesome video. It's nice to see excellent craftsmanship.
Great Video Bob. I love the fence and flip stop system on your radial arm saw.
Always love to see insights into your operation! Truly magnificent.
Professional work!! Thank you for shearing your great ideas !!!
Love the video Bob! Keep up the good work
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
I like the change of pace with woodworking in the winter.
You can use a framing nailer parallel to your wood, but when using a finish nailer you should go perpendicular. the finish nail has a wedge end and if you don't go perpendicular the nail can curve to the outside and stick out. if you go perpendicular even if the nail bends it will still be inside the wood. Just a tip from a very old cabinet maker. Also if your worried about the boards splitting when using the framing nailer, spray the nails with furniture wax.
Bob, i always stay on Sunday morning while I have my coffee and see the videos of your play list ...It’s a saying in Romania : “every beekeeper must to be a carpenter as well” ....you need to know and have wood working skills otherwise you can’t be a good bee keeper Thanks for your videos !
@bobbinnie9872
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you. We also say we are electricians, plumbers, salesmen and mechanics.
@luci75d76
2 жыл бұрын
@@bobbinnie9872 indeed Mechanical -I also fix the trucks when need for pastoral , also cooking while we camp. Multiple jobs. It’s a must
One suggestion for your nuc assembly jig, if I may. You could place a small strip of wood, that is just small enough to fit into the handle slot of the sides of the nuc, and affix it to your jig sides so that when the nuc sides are in place they still fit snug against the jig sides. If the nuc sides are in place any other way, the small strip of wood will prevent the nuc side from sitting flush against the side of the assembly jig and you’ll instantly know that it’s being installed wrong.
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
Good idea. Fool proof. Thank you.
Very nicely guided video. Thank you for your efforts and sharing it with us.
You guys have such an amazing operation
I like those Nuc boxes. I just started making my own boxes, is not an easy job but give me pride at the end .
The boxes look very well made. Bet they cost a bit more than others BUT they should last longer. Thanks for the visual.
Amazing to see the process of working 🐝
I know you've done the same thing for years & have a process that's been honed thru the years but have you ever considered building out of Hardie Panels? Cement board is virtually indestructible, holds the paint, & the cost can't be anywhere near what you're investing per box. I'd attach a picture but I haven't figured out how! Love your videos. Stay safe in Tennessee...we opted out d/t the pandemic.
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Sounds like an interesting idea. I do know it's heavy though.
Great video as usual and the finished boxes looked really nice. My only issue was i couldn’t hear a word you said while the radial arm saw was running. Subtitles would be nice for that part.
Been beekeeping since the 70's. Bought another retiring beekeeper out. Was blessed to have someone like him to fall back on. 35 hives to start out made me dizzy. Yes mentor is number 1.
I wish I had the opportunity to work for you when I was younger. I'm just totally impressed by your organization. It looks like everything you touch is running so smooth. I've done this exact same work from A to Z with very minimal tools and there are so many things I've seen you guys did to facilitate your work and keeping it safe it's amazing to watch. I'm learning a lot as I'm watching you every-single-time. Thank you so much again for sharing what you do. You are a real professional and a great entrepreneur. @11:22, look at those hands, I mean, those are hard working people! All the best for the next season! Merry christmas and happy new year to you Bob and your family and all your great employees! Much love
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you sir and the very same to you.
Amazing craftsmanship as a commercial beekeeper I make my own hives and learned a thing or two
A great video Bob, a lesson in good production methods resulting in a first class product.
@bobbinnie9872
Жыл бұрын
Thanks.
Wow. Very educational video. Thank you for this!
Hey Bob, If you have time in the future would you mind making a video on how you build your 4-way migratory pallets. Thanks for your time!
Well done, love all of your videos. Happy new year from Dubai, peace & love 🌹🌹
Wow, can’t get more helpful than that ty 👍
Hi Bob - I hope you had a Merry Christmas and hope you have a Great New Year !
Awesome video man I enjoy watching your videos keep it up😁
I bet I could ask any of your guys and they all would say that your a great guy to work for. It just shines through everything you show. Thanks for sharing your business process with us.👍👍 good health to you and your family 👍
@bobbinnie9872
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you. 🙂
@houstonsheltonbees814
2 жыл бұрын
@@bobbinnie9872 Thank you sir. For all your doing. Happy holidays 👍
Thanks Bob. I appreciate your videos, experience and especially your transparency. I was surprised to see in the comments that you are not selling these Nucs in your store but instead intend to use them all! I am very interested in knowing more about how you incorporate these into your operation. Splits? Mating Nucs? I have been beekeeping for just long enough to learn a couple of things. 1: I need to make colonies every season if I want to avoid buying bees every spring. 2: I can save a lot of time by paying careful attention to how beekeepers that have got a system that works are doing their beekeeping. Happy New Year! Dennis
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Dennis. We will be using these nucs for both making splits and mating queens. We have had both 5 frame and 3 frame nuc boxes for mating queens and we're replacing the 3 framers with 5 for a couple of reasons. One, you can allow the queen to lay longer before harvest if needed and two, they're more versatile. I know I could sell lots of nuc boxes like these but there is only so much we can do. So funny that we purchase factory made nuc boxes to sell in our store but save these for ourselves. You're right in checking out other successful beekeepers. I've always said that the ones that get good fast are the ones that gather all the "good" info they can before coming up with a plan that works best for them. If you haven't noticed yet you will see that even the most successful beekeepers do it differently than their best friends. Good luck and happy New Year to you.
Nice nuc boxes Bob. I built some a couple of winters ago. They aren't that difficult to build. Just need a good table saw. I'm my opinion they are just to expensive to buy.
You are a Gentleman and an expert, Hello from Ireland
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
Love Ireland!
Great videos keep them coming
Also, how about a video on the copper naph and linseed oil?
A very good video. I build boxes similarly, but I believe that the sides and the back are better when overlap the bottom board. The seam is hidden from the elements. Good lack in 2021.
I am setting my shop using you techniques
Now that's a production line. Henry Ford would be proud!!!!!! Thanks Bob!
Another great video
It will be nice to add a link to your site
Thank you very much for this. The whole process and thinking very informative. PEK.
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
The term PEK hasn't become popular in the US yet, I had to look it up. If it means what I think it does, Thank you very much.
Great job guys👌😎
Bob, thank you for your video and Happy New Year.
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
Same to you!
What are those little measurement things called on your cut off saw? I need those in my life.
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
www.mayaposi-stop.com/
I love the way how you make the handles. It's so easy. Unfortunately, such saw blades (dado set) are not approved by the employer's liability insurance coverage in Germany.😪
@lenturtle7954
7 ай бұрын
What do you use then a router ??
@jimix323
7 ай бұрын
@@lenturtle7954 yes.
You have more fun than anyone. Lol great boxes. One question, do you think if I didn’t cut in the handle slot it would be missed? I feel I would use the the ones in front and back more.
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
You probably wouldn't miss it at all.
Bob where did you get your board stop on the radial arm saw that is slick ???? what brand is that THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR SHARING YOUR KNOWLEDGE.
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
www.mayaposi-stop.com/swing-st...
@ThatBeeMan
3 жыл бұрын
I noticed that too, what an asset! I might be looking into this, and that auto-feeder, for my shop. www.mayaposi-stop.com/swing-stop-system.asp
Can you confirm the taller box design is to accommodate a pollen pattie up top without having to add a raised ring to the lids? If so is that simply to save material and time or possibly other benefits?
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
We use a 10 inch box instead of 9-5/8 because there aren't any strips below the box on the bottom board which in our case would be 3/8 in. The bottom board is flat. If you are referring to the frame rest being 3/4 instead of 5/8 that's just to provide a true 3/8 in. bee space between the top bars and the flat lid.
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
@@LaraLovesBees We use extra shims on our nucs when feeding patties to keep the hive beetle problems to a minimum. The bees need to police as much surface area as possible on the patty.
thank you..
The disposable mentality and Time-Is-Money has ruined the current workforce producing substandard materials. You cannot buy decent products anymore due to cheep materials and huge profits from retailers.. Your finished product looks amazing, your guys do a great job building your woodware.
@brianchrisman4331
Жыл бұрын
Agreed, after trashing a bunch of nuc boxes that barely lasted 5 yrs. It really makes me want to build something that'll last 15-20 yrs
Bob,спасибо большое!!
عمل جميل ورائع
amazing
Awesome
nice work
Hi again Bob, I was just doing some calculating on the lf cost of 3/4 in HDO (32 lf at $50/sheet = $1.56 lf) whereas 1x12 lf for pine is over double that at Lows. I realize I could find a lumber broker and likely get the cost down for a unit of 1/12 pine but my questions is, is there any reason, when considering bee health, or other factor I may not be considering, that it might not be good to use HDO for the entire nuc? I live in WA, Bellingham to be exact, so long wet winters. I have been using Inter lux 1026, a marine grade sealer to seal my exposed end cuts before priming and painting. Thanks in advance for any advice. I love your operation and wisdom, invaluable!!
@bobbinnie9872
2 ай бұрын
HDO is heavier than the white pine we use per board ft. It's not a big deal if you are making a limited amount but when you're moving dozens or more that extra weight may be a consideration. Also, the price in our area ranges between $90.00 and $95.00 per sheet for HDO. Besides that I think it would good and probably hold up better.
On the holes for the lids, are you putting a lid in the hole with no holes in it? Also, I notice when you feed, you don't put an outer shell around the bucket. Is that ever a problem? We use 1 gallon buckets to feed with. Thanks for the video. Good one.
@bobbinnie9872
4 ай бұрын
If we aren't feeding we do put in a cap without holes. The only potential problem with buckets is the wind could blow them off once they are empty. If we're worried about that we put a small brick or rock on top.
@chadcutkomp6780
4 ай бұрын
Ok. Thank you.
You mentioned putting putting handles wrong . I'm so glad I'm not he only one does that sometimes lol
Hi Bob i noticed you placed the glue on the end grain of the HDO rather than the side grain @13:30 then you drove the nails through the end grain. is there any reason for applying the glue to the end grain rather than the side or does it not matter likewise with the nails im an ametuer woodworker and was taught to put nails and screws through the side grain rather than end grain to prevent splitting. again is there a reason or does it not matter with HDO. Thanks for making this video and any advice is greatly appreciated. :-D
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Wayne. Good catch that most people miss. In most instances you would be correct. However, this plywood is so tough it's a little harder to shoot a small staple through three outer resin layers and because of the way it's manufactured it's very strong sideways. It never splits or separates.
Have you got a cost per unit figured? Those are very nice boxes.
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Approx. $26.00 includes labor, pine, HDO, screws glue, etc., but not paint and treatment.
@russellkoopman3004
3 жыл бұрын
@@bobbinnie9872 That's not bad. It also allows you to keep your full timers employed. If they make the boxes they aren't going to abuse them either.
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
@@russellkoopman3004 Exactly.
I like that smaller entrance on the nuc and of course your whole process. What a nice bunch of boxes. How many weeks do you keep the crew busy making all the wooden ware? Have a great New Years Bob and the crew.
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Russell. We have about a 2 month window.
Hi Bob, do you sell the wood Nuc boxes you make to customers when they buy nucs and if so, would you mind sharing what are you able to fetch for a price for just the box? We are considering offering our HDO boxes next year when we sell nucs. Other than labor, our raw material cost is about 16/box and I was thinking about selling them for $40. Wondering if the market will bare that cost??
@bobbinnie9872
2 ай бұрын
We don't sell this style nuc box with nucs but we could. I'm sure there are some folks that would take them but I'm just trying to keep it simple for us with one choice.
@dandahlberg4452
2 ай бұрын
@@bobbinnie9872 I see. Thanks for your reply.
Good morning Bob, happy holidays. You may have said in the video, but where did the spring-loaded chop saw stops you have come from? Thanks for the timely video.
@bobbinnie9872
8 ай бұрын
www.mayaposi-stop.com/
Please give us plans of your RAS base and stands or do another video of how it was built
@bobbinnie9872
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Roger. Excuse my ignorance but what does RAS stand for.
@rsavain
2 жыл бұрын
Radial Arm Saw, your table and dust collector look great. Thought you started in woodworking. I try to understand the spacing under what seems to be a 3/4” plywood. Hope you did plans or more pics
I wish there was a way to just plug my brain into yours and just download all that expertise!
What is the measurements of board you get from the mill before you cut them down to nuc sizes?
@bobbinnie9872
7 ай бұрын
3/4 inch thick x 11-3/8 inch wide.
Hi, Thank you very much for showing. Whats the value of the side handles since there are glued massive handles in front and back? Best regards, Jan
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
Sometimes when we're loading trucks it's nice to have another angle to pick up from. Thanks.
Maybe save time by not putting handles on the sides. I myself would never see a need for them because i always pick up from the ends. Very nice nucs Bob Thanks for sharing!
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. We do occasionally use them if the entrance is covered with bees.
Those look like high quality Nuc boxes!
Great video once again. Please keep up good work. Do you ever make swarm traps to put at your yards to catch any boxes that swarm? If so what lure and box do you use? I use a router table for mating nucs I made. Why dado over routing table?
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you. We don't put out swarm traps but if I did I would probably use lemongrass oil in a single deep box with an old comb or two in it, about ten feet off the ground where we could stand on a truck bed and get it. A router table would certainly work well, and would make cleaner cuts too. We used a large industrial router in the shop I worked at in Oregon for many things but the dado blades held up better and did a good enough job for grinding out thousands of rabbit joints for bee boxes. Also makes it easier to use the automatic feed.
do you not make this style nuc box anymore? with the rounded entrance and dadal cut faces? this was a really good looking box and was looking forward to getting some.
@bobbinnie9872
Жыл бұрын
I think we we will be making more next winter.
My dad say: every beekeeper should be a carpenter too !
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
Your dad sounds like a smart man. It's also helpful to be a plumber, a truck driver, an electrician and more.
@luci75d76
3 жыл бұрын
@@bobbinnie9872 yes Mr.Bob you are very right!
Thx Bob for all your great videos. I am working my way up to a sideliner, and these videos provide a wealth of knowledge. I live in Massachusetts/Maine and am wondering why 5 frame nuc boxes; I am a big fan of Michael Palmer's double-nuc resource hives and would like to simplify to 10-frame and 4-frame (nuc) boxes. Do you foresee any stumbling blocks? Besides, when do I sell nucs to people. (Or should I just have a 12-frame bottom box? hahahahah) The bees love 4-frame boxes and build up like a chimney fire.
@bobbinnie9872
Жыл бұрын
Four frame nucs work fine when overwintered in the manor that Michael uses. We like the five because we actually will occasionally overwinter them on their own if they're strong enough (full 5 frames) and they're more forgiving in the spring when we're making and selling nucs. Four frame might be better for simple queen mating nucs. Both sizes have their pros and cons.
I watch these videos and haven't any idea where to start sourcing the quantity of wood necessary to make a shop like this work. In particular, the 1x material which doesn't leave so much waste. I have also have very marginal luck finding MDO or HDO stock, and frankly none which is truly affordable. Ideas on how to get started?
@bobbinnie9872
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Byron. We're lucky that in our area there are several small mills that we can purchase from. Every once in a while our local lumber yard can give us a good deal on 1x12 from New Hampshire. When buying from small mills we always make sure it is kiln dried for best results. HDO is always expensive, even by the unit. Bridge contractors will occasionally have used HDO to give away or sell cheap.
Could you tell me where you found the 71 mm hole saw that you use to cut your holes in your lids ? The manufacturer and where you found it would be a huge help. Love your videos! Thanks!!
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
Hi George. The hole saw we use was custom made and very heavy duty. A link for the company that made it is in the video description of Feeding Bees Part 3. You can find 71mm hole saws online through Goggle search. Good luck.
Thanks for your videos. Very well done. Why don't you use the hdo plywood for the nuc bottom?
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
It works great and we occasionally do but were trying to keep the weight down because we move them a lot.
@robweaver9367
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Makes sense
Fantastic information Bob. Many thanks for putting so much into bringing us these video’s. Could you please tell me the brand of fence you use with the radial arm saw. Such a fast and efficient setup. Cheers John Australia
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
I love this fence. www.mayaposi-stop.com/
@magicman9486
3 жыл бұрын
You can also use 2020 rail. that also works well.
Bob Where did you get that fence for the radial arm saw with the adjustable stop blocks? Thanks.
@bobbinnie9872
4 ай бұрын
www.mayaposi-stop.com/
Bob, I wonder, wouldn't it be simpler to use HDO plywood for all the parts? I mean the actual box, why would you still go for the lumber?
@bobbinnie9872
4 ай бұрын
In this case the white pine was much cheaper and it is also lighter. If I handle a lot of them even a few extra pounds heavier gets to me by the end of the day.
@MAQ123
4 ай бұрын
@@bobbinnie9872 I see, makes sense. So the factor wasn't anything regarding bee's well-being but more economics/ergonomics :) Thanks for the answer, much appreciated!
I'm a novice when it comes to woodworking. I noticed on the radial arm saw that you are using colasable stops on a rail to determin your cuts, Where can I find stops like that?
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
www.mayaposi-stop.com/
@jdeking2
3 жыл бұрын
@@bobbinnie9872 That was fast! Thank you!
Do you shoot any nails or staples in the side boards. Wen making nucs or hive bodies? Great videos thanks for sharing.
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
As long as we use liberal amounts of glue we don't put nails in the side on a rabbit joint.
Great video, Do you make your own hive bodies? I'm setting up my woodshop and figuring out how to make finger joints on a large scale or just buy hive bodies. Thanks
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Brian. Although we're not currently making hive bodies for ourselves we have in the past. When we buy them we use finger joints. When we make them we use rabbit joints. They'll last years if you do a good job making them.
When it rains can this lid save that nuc from water? Why don't you make its sides covered too?
@bobbinnie9872
Жыл бұрын
Yes, this lid works well. We make it like this to facilitate stacking large numbers.
Good morning Mr Binnie. I have always done my splits in regular size brood boxes. Is there an advantage to using nuc boxes for the splits instead of the regular brood boxes?
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
There is a slight advantage with thermoregulation in cold weather. Our reasons for using them are easier handling in large numbers and easier to find a queen when used as a queen mating nuc.
Is it OK to use pre primed pine boards for hives? I got a real good deal on cull 12 inch primed pine boards cheaper then regular pine boards.
@bobbinnie9872
4 ай бұрын
I think it would be OK. I once purchased some equipment that was painted inside and out and could see no ill effects.
@williambates6811
4 ай бұрын
@@bobbinnie9872 Thanx
Hi Bob...Great video as always! Your video on making bee hive lids...I can't find it anymore. Have you taken it down from KZread? Glenn Campbell
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Glenn. I have not made a video on lids yet.
Another question Bob . So you said you use a 3/4 dado for the frame rest on your nucs but not on the supers or hive bodies . We used to use it on all our supers so we had bee space above the frames and out hive cover was a flat 3/4 " board . Why the 5/8 " on the supers ???
@bobbinnie9872
7 ай бұрын
I like to keep everything standard in most cases so equipment from a variety of sources will stack and work together. I do think the bees benefit from the extra 1/8 inch space under a flat lid and I don't ever stack nuc boxes, so I don't worry about being standard in that particular case.
@lenturtle7954
7 ай бұрын
Thanks for the info I find in this area the supers being sold have the frames flush with the top of the super which forces you to use an inner cover . I just deepen the frame rest so I can use my 3/4" ply reversable lids one side has an upper entrance in it for cooling and ventillation during hot spells and drying in large nectar flows and the other is flat to close the entrance off if needed . Turning the inner cover over floods them out thru the feed hole during rains if you want to close off the upper entrance I like the keep it simple too ... one lid for multi purpose .
Great info. Have two questions. What thickness HDO plywood? and what size hole saw for the top lid hole? Thanks
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
I use 3/4 in. and the whole is approx. 71 mm or 2.80 in.
@menace2584
3 жыл бұрын
@@bobbinnie9872 Thanks
What is the ratio of the copper nap & linseed oil ? Do you just soak the hives or do you pressure treat them?
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
Our wood preservative recipe: 1 gallon "Cu-Nap 8%" copper naphthenate concentrate 6 gallons mineral spirits 2 gallons raw linseed oil We soak for 5 seconds and stack to season while still wet.
Thanks for the information ! Here in europe we make our hives jointed with clips , joints.The lid and the bottom are connected with them so when we move to another area to hunt the honey flow ,the hive stays in place so are the bees inside.How come your nucs and regural hives stays in place?I mean i see that you tight them with straps but all the other time the hive is ready to open? What if some animals push them (cattle ,hogs)?
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
We rarely have a problem with animals pushing them apart. Bears can be a problem but clips wouldn't help in that instance.
@RKalos
3 жыл бұрын
@@bobbinnie9872 Thank you for the answer!But still dont they dismantle during the transportation?Or when you cary hives when unloading from the truck? Here we drive bees through the mountains in very rough terrain.
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
@@RKalos In the summer we try to wait several days after working the hives before moving so they will have time to stick together well. They can come apart easier in cold weather when the propolis isn't sticky. We do our best to tie them down well and rough mountain roads would definitely make it more difficult. We've moved thousands of colonies thousands of miles and of course have had many problems along the way. I suppose I don't have a perfect answer for you, we just do the best we can and it works. Thanks.
@RKalos
3 жыл бұрын
@@bobbinnie9872 Thank you very much for your good work!
Great job! Contrats! Just a question, out of curiosity: do you ever wear protective goggles or use noise-cancelling earmuffs?
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
We use safety glasses and ear plugs.
Hi Bob! Love your videos! What is the model number of your Grip Rite Nailer in this video? Or if they don’t sell that model anymore, what is the equivalent?
@bobbinnie9872
3 жыл бұрын
I'm not near the shop to look at it right now but I believe it is a GRTCS 250. www.acmetools.com/shop/tools/grip-rite-grtcs250?feeds=shopping&gclid=CjwKCAiAirb_BRBNEiwALHlnD0WnmGyyk6PHX33NccZPiTbv1_vhqeVRDugmYeVRLnu9i201V4HJIRoCLcsQAvD_BwE