{"title":"Insulated Bee Hive","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"hive-iq-deep-box-9-frame","title":"HiveIQ Deep Box - 9 Frame","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe HiveIQ Deep Box is the core building block of the HiveIQ insulated hive system. Each box holds 9 standard deep Langstroth frames and ships flat-packed — you assemble it with the included screws and exterior wood glue (not included). The 360-degree plastic protective edge around every box prevents hive tool damage at the corners and seals tightly with the box above and below, eliminating the gaps that let in small hive beetles and wax moths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaint with water-based latex before installing — this protects the EPS from UV degradation. Avoid oil-based paints, which will damage the foam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 x High-density HiveIQ Deep Hive Body (flat-packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e4 x End Profiles (two top, two bottom)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e4 x Side Profiles (two top, two bottom)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e8 x Corner Profiles (two top left\/right, two bottom left\/right)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e8 x 45mm Stainless Steel Screws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrames not included.\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits standard 9-frame deep Langstroth frames.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding recommendation:\u003c\/strong\u003e We recommend the \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/deep-frame-feeder-with-ladder\"\u003eDeep Internal Frame Feeder\u003c\/a\u003e for HiveIQ boxes. It sits inside the box without disrupting the thermal seal — top feeders and entrance feeders don't integrate as cleanly with the insulated design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Insulated EPS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStandard wood hives bleed heat in winter and absorb it in summer, forcing bees to spend energy on temperature regulation instead of brood rearing and foraging. HiveIQ EPS has roughly 6x the insulation value of wood. The interlocking box design seals each joint, so the thermal performance holds as long as the hive is assembled correctly. We've run both setups side by side and the difference in winter cluster size and spring buildup speed is real.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAssembly\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssemble with exterior wood glue in the joints and the included stainless screws. A cordless drill speeds things up but a hand screwdriver works fine. Once assembled and painted, the box is ready to use. No cutting required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWorks With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStandard 9-frame deep Langstroth frames\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/hiveiq-base-lid-kit-w-queen-excluder\"\u003eHiveIQ Base \u0026amp; Lid Kit w\/ Queen Excluder\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/hiveiq-medium-box-9-frame\"\u003eHiveIQ Medium Box — 9 Frame\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/hiveiq-insulated-and-highly-designed-bee-hives\"\u003eAll HiveIQ accessories and expansion boxes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes Not Work With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStandard Langstroth wooden boxes — outside dimensions match, but EPS and wood boxes do not stack or seal together\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e8-frame Langstroth frames\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrame Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9 deep Langstroth frames\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutside Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSame as 10-frame Langstroth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-density EPS with 360° plastic protective edge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardware\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 x 45mm stainless steel screws included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlue Required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes — exterior wood glue, not included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePaint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater-based latex only — oil-based paints will damage EPS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShips\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlat-packed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=J675GZCgKiw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eWatch: HiveIQ Polystyrene Hive Boxes — What's Included and How to Assemble\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/mLbjNkpPKzk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eWatch: How to Paint and Assemble the HiveIQ Kit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/beekeeping-equipment\/beehive-insulation\"\u003eBeehive Insulation — What It Does and Why It Matters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/beekeeping-equipment\/should-i-start-with-all-medium-or-deep-boxes\"\u003eShould I Start With All Medium or Deep Boxes?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/beekeeping-equipment\/honey-supers-and-brood-boxes-explained\"\u003eHoney Supers and Brood Boxes: Explained\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/hiveiq-base-lid-kit-w-queen-excluder\"\u003eHiveIQ Base \u0026amp; Lid Kit w\/ Queen Excluder\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/deep-9-1-8-inch-langstroth-frame-grooved-top-grooved-bottom-with-double-wax-foundation\"\u003eDeep 9 1\/8\" Langstroth Frame with Double Wax Foundation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/deep-frame-feeder-with-ladder\"\u003eDeep Internal Frame Feeder with Ladders\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/hiveiq-double-deep-medium-kit\"\u003eHiveIQ Double Deep + Medium Kit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBrowse More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/hiveiq-insulated-and-highly-designed-bee-hives\"\u003eAll HiveIQ Parts and Kits\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Foxhound Bee Company","offers":[{"title":"1 Pack","offer_id":47288979030268,"sku":"HIVE IQ BEEHIVE BODY 9 FRM-1","price":65.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 Pack","offer_id":47288979063036,"sku":"HIVE IQ BEEHIVE BODY 9 FRM-6","price":376.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0269\/1648\/7234\/files\/Hive-IQ-Deep-Box-9-Frame-1-Pack-Foxhound-Bee-Company.png?v=1751296974"},{"product_id":"hive-iq-top-feeder","title":"HiveIQ Top Feeder","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe HiveIQ Top Feeder is a reliable and efficient feeding solution designed to fit seamlessly inside a medium-sized hive body. It provides a safe and accessible feeding solution for your bees. Its innovative center tower and floating platform help reduce drownings while allowing easy access to \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/feeding-syrup-and-supplements\"\u003esyrup\u003c\/a\u003e and dry feeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you don't already have a \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/hiveiq-medium-box-9-frame\"\u003emedium hive box\u003c\/a\u003e, you'll need one to use this feeder. When feeding isn't needed, simply remove the feeder and use the hive body as a \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/beekeeping-equipment\/what-is-a-super-for-bees\"\u003ehoney super\u003c\/a\u003e. This versatile design ensures your beekeeping setup remains adaptable throughout the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features and Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecure Fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sits snugly inside the medium hive body, preventing spills and minimizing disturbance to the colony.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnti-Drowning Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e The textured tower and floating platform help bees access food safely, reducing loss due to drowning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-Feed Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports syrup feeding through the reservoir while also accommodating patties, fondant, and dry feeds by removing the tower.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemovable \u0026amp; Versatile:\u003c\/strong\u003e When not in use, the feeder can be taken out, allowing the medium hive body to function as a honey super.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Holds up to 4.05 gallons (15.4L), reducing the need for frequent refills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hive Top Feeder is a practical and efficient feeding solution for beekeepers looking to provide consistent nutrition without disturbing their colonies. Made from durable, high-quality plastic, this feeder is designed to withstand the elements while ensuring long-term use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts innovative floating platform prevents bees from drowning by giving them a stable surface to land on while feeding. The textured walls of the center tower further aid navigation, allowing bees to move safely within the feeder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a generous 4.05 gallons (15.4L) capacity, this feeder minimizes the need for frequent refills, making it ideal for both hobbyists and commercial beekeepers. Its removable design allows easy cleaning and conversion of the medium hive body into a honey super when feeding is not required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon't forget to add a \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/hiveiq-medium-box-9-frame\"\u003emedium-sized hive box\u003c\/a\u003e if you don't already have one!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for more beekeeping essentials? Check out our \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/hiveiq-insulated-and-highly-designed-bee-hives\"\u003eHiveIQ Components\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/feeding-tools\"\u003eFeeding Tools\u003c\/a\u003e for complementary products!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee our entire collection of \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/additional-supplies\"\u003eBeekeeping Supplies\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Foxhound Bee Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47288985518332,"sku":"HIVE IQ Top Feeder","price":54.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0269\/1648\/7234\/files\/Hive_IQ_Top_Feeder_1.png?v=1751297036"},{"product_id":"hive-iq-pollen-trap","title":"HiveIQ Pollen Trap","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe HiveIQ Pollen Trap is designed specifically for the HiveIQ hive base. It mounts at the bottom of the hive using the existing varroa board slot — no modifications required. A handle on the outside of the hive lets you open and close the trap without opening the hive, so you can start and stop collection on your schedule without disturbing the colony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe collection tray slides out from the base for easy harvesting. Pollen collection is seasonal and opportunistic — run the trap only when bees are bringing in strong surplus pollen. Running it continuously or during low-flow periods stresses the colony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForaging bees returning to the hive pass through a mesh screen that brushes pollen pellets off their corbiculae (pollen baskets) as they enter. The pellets fall into the collection tray below. The handle lets you switch the screen in or out without a full inspection. When you have enough pollen, slide out the tray and harvest. The bees are not harmed in the process — they still get through, just without the collected pellets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pollen trap replaces the blanking plate in the HiveIQ hive base. The blanking plate is included with every \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/hiveiq-double-deep-medium-kit\"\u003eHiveIQ Double Deep + Medium Kit\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/hiveiq-base-lid-kit-w-queen-excluder\"\u003eBase \u0026amp; Lid Kit\u003c\/a\u003e specifically to cover this slot when you're not running a trap. Remove the blanking plate and slot the pollen trap in its place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWorks With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/hiveiq-base-lid-kit-w-queen-excluder\"\u003eHiveIQ Base \u0026amp; Lid Kit w\/ Queen Excluder\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/hiveiq-double-deep-medium-kit\"\u003eHiveIQ Double Deep + Medium Kit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAll HiveIQ hive bases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes Not Work With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStandard Langstroth wooden bottom boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAny non-HiveIQ base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen to Use It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRun the trap during strong pollen flows when your colony is actively foraging and building up stores. Spring buildup is the most productive window. Don't run it continuously — bees need pollen protein for brood rearing, and restricting collection during low-flow periods or when a colony is building up can stress it. A good rule: if you're seeing heavy pollen being carried in, you can collect some of the surplus. If foraging is light, close the trap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible Base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHiveIQ hive base only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstallation Slot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReplaces blanking plate in hive base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExternal handle — open\/close without opening hive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTray\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall collection tray included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/beekeeping-equipment\/beehive-insulation\"\u003eBeehive Insulation — What It Does and Why It Matters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/beekeeping-equipment\/parts-of-a-beehive-the-basic-components\"\u003eParts of a Beehive — The Basic Components\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/hiveiq-base-lid-kit-w-queen-excluder\"\u003eHiveIQ Base \u0026amp; Lid Kit w\/ Queen Excluder\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/hiveiq-beehive-body-9-frame\"\u003eHiveIQ Deep Box — 9 Frame\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/hiveiq-medium-box-9-frame\"\u003eHiveIQ Medium Box — 9 Frame\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/hiveiq-double-deep-medium-kit\"\u003eHiveIQ Double Deep + Medium Kit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBrowse More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/hiveiq-insulated-and-highly-designed-bee-hives\"\u003eAll HiveIQ Parts and Kits\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Foxhound Bee Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47288985846012,"sku":"HIVE IQ Pollen Small","price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0269\/1648\/7234\/files\/Hive_IQ_Pollen_Trap.png?v=1751297047"},{"product_id":"hive-iq-queen-excluder","title":"HiveIQ Queen Excluder","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe HiveIQ Queen Excluder is a galvanized metal excluder sized for the HiveIQ 9-frame system. Place it between the brood boxes and honey supers to keep the queen out of the honey crop. Worker bees pass through freely; the queen and drones can't.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's the same excluder included in the \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/hiveiq-double-deep-medium-kit\"\u003eHiveIQ Double Deep + Medium Kit\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/hiveiq-base-lid-kit-w-queen-excluder\"\u003eBase \u0026amp; Lid Kit\u003c\/a\u003e, sold separately here for replacements or additional hives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGalvanized metal construction — rust-resistant, built for long-term use\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSized for the HiveIQ 9-frame system — fits all HiveIQ deep and medium boxes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTight mesh keeps the queen confined to the brood area while workers move freely\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEasy to remove, clean, and reinstall during inspections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGalvanized metal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.7 x 18.9 x 0.2 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.2 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHiveIQ 9-frame boxes only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the excluder above your top brood box and below the first honey super. The queen stays in the brood nest below; honey supers above stay brood-free. During inspections, lift the excluder straight up — it cleans up easily with a hive tool if propolis builds up on the mesh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/beekeeping-equipment\/honey-supers-and-brood-boxes-explained\"\u003eHoney Supers and Brood Boxes: Explained\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/beekeeping-equipment\/beehive-insulation\"\u003eBeehive Insulation — What It Does and Why It Matters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/hiveiq-beehive-body-9-frame\"\u003eHiveIQ Deep Box — 9 Frame\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/hiveiq-medium-box-9-frame\"\u003eHiveIQ Medium Box — 9 Frame\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/hiveiq-double-deep-medium-kit\"\u003eHiveIQ Double Deep + Medium Kit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/hiveiq-base-lid-kit-w-queen-excluder\"\u003eHiveIQ Base \u0026amp; Lid Kit w\/ Queen Excluder\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBrowse More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/hiveiq-insulated-and-highly-designed-bee-hives\"\u003eAll HiveIQ Parts and Kits\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Foxhound Bee Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47288985944316,"sku":"Hive IQ QE","price":20.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0269\/1648\/7234\/files\/Hive-IQ-Queen-Excluder-Foxhound-Bee-Company.png?v=1751297049"},{"product_id":"hive-iq-medium-box-9-frame","title":"HiveIQ Medium Box - 9 Frame","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe HiveIQ Medium Box is a 9-frame honey super built from the same high-density EPS as the rest of the HiveIQ system. It ships flat-packed and assembles with the included stainless screws and exterior wood glue (not included). The 360-degree plastic protective edge interlocks with boxes above and below, sealing the thermal break and keeping pests out at the joints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaint with water-based latex before use to protect the EPS from UV. Avoid oil-based paints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 x High-density HiveIQ Medium Hive Body (flat-packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e4 x End Profiles (two top, two bottom)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e4 x Side Profiles (two top, two bottom)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e8 x Corner Profiles (two top left\/right, two bottom left\/right)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e8 x 45mm Stainless Steel Screws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrames not included.\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits standard 9-frame medium Langstroth frames.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding recommendation:\u003c\/strong\u003e We recommend the \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/medium-frame-feeder-with-ladder\"\u003eMedium Internal Frame Feeder\u003c\/a\u003e when using this box for feeding. It sits inside the box without disrupting the thermal seal, which top feeders and entrance feeders can't match on an insulated setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Insulated EPS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe medium box is most beekeepers' first honey super — and in an insulated hive, it's also the first box where you see the real difference. Bees build comb faster and cap honey sooner when they're not fighting temperature swings. The HiveIQ system holds warmth in the brood nest below while the medium fills up above. We've found honey production is meaningfully better in insulated setups, especially in variable spring and fall conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAssembly\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame as the deep box: glue the joints, drive the included screws, paint with latex, done. No cutting required. Plan on 15–20 minutes per box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWorks With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStandard 9-frame medium Langstroth frames\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/hiveiq-beehive-body-9-frame\"\u003eHiveIQ Deep Box — 9 Frame\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/hiveiq-base-lid-kit-w-queen-excluder\"\u003eHiveIQ Base \u0026amp; Lid Kit w\/ Queen Excluder\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/hiveiq-insulated-and-highly-designed-bee-hives\"\u003eAll HiveIQ accessories and expansion boxes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes Not Work With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStandard Langstroth wooden boxes — outside dimensions match, but EPS and wood boxes do not stack or seal together\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e8-frame Langstroth frames\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrame Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9 medium Langstroth frames\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutside Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSame as 10-frame Langstroth medium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-density EPS with 360° plastic protective edge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardware\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 x 45mm stainless steel screws included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlue Required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes — exterior wood glue, not included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePaint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater-based latex only — oil-based paints will damage EPS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShips\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlat-packed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=J675GZCgKiw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eWatch: HiveIQ Polystyrene Hive Boxes — What's Included and How to Assemble\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/mLbjNkpPKzk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eWatch: How to Paint and Assemble the HiveIQ Kit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/beekeeping-equipment\/beehive-insulation\"\u003eBeehive Insulation — What It Does and Why It Matters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/beekeeping-equipment\/should-i-start-with-all-medium-or-deep-boxes\"\u003eShould I Start With All Medium or Deep Boxes?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/beekeeping-equipment\/honey-supers-and-brood-boxes-explained\"\u003eHoney Supers and Brood Boxes: Explained\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/hiveiq-beehive-body-9-frame\"\u003eHiveIQ Deep Box — 9 Frame\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/medium-6-1-4-inch-frame-grooved-top-grooved-bottom-with-double-wax-foundation\"\u003eMedium 6 1\/4\" Frame with Double Wax Foundation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/medium-frame-feeder-with-ladder\"\u003eMedium Internal Frame Feeder with Ladders\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/hiveiq-double-deep-medium-kit\"\u003eHiveIQ Double Deep + Medium Kit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBrowse More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/hiveiq-insulated-and-highly-designed-bee-hives\"\u003eAll HiveIQ Parts and Kits\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Foxhound Bee Company","offers":[{"title":"1 Pack","offer_id":47288986370300,"sku":"Hive IQ- Med Box-1","price":60.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"9 Pack","offer_id":47288986403068,"sku":"Hive IQ- Med Box-9","price":517.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0269\/1648\/7234\/files\/Hive-IQ-Medium-Box-9-Frame-1-Pack-Foxhound-Bee-Company.png?v=1751297049"},{"product_id":"hive-iq-base-lid-kit-w-queen-excluder","title":"HiveIQ Base \u0026 Lid Kit w\/ Queen Excluder","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe HiveIQ Base \u0026amp; Lid Kit gives you everything needed to cap and floor a HiveIQ hive — the bottom board, top cover with metal strong-back, varroa\/winter board, and metal queen excluder. Buy your deep and medium boxes separately and configure however many stories you need. This is the kit to add when you're expanding an existing HiveIQ setup or building a second colony from individual boxes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe base includes a three-stage hive entrance for robbing control and a blanking plate that covers the optional pollen trap opening if you're not running a trap. The components ship flat-packed and assemble with a screwdriver and the included screws. Apply a bead of silicone between the metal lid and the foam top to prevent movement and reduce gaps from thermal expansion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 x HiveIQ Bottom Board, featuring:\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e2 x NFC tags\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e1 x Stamped vented floor\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e1 x Three-stage hive entrance\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e1 x Blanking plate (covers optional pollen trap space)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 x Top Cover with metal strong-back\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 x Metal Queen Excluder\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 x Varroa \/ Winter Board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWorks With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/hiveiq-beehive-body-9-frame\"\u003eHiveIQ Deep Box — 9 Frame\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/hiveiq-medium-box-9-frame\"\u003eHiveIQ Medium Box — 9 Frame\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStandard 9-frame Langstroth deep and medium frames\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/hiveiq-insulated-and-highly-designed-bee-hives\"\u003eAll HiveIQ accessories\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes Not Work With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStandard Langstroth wooden boxes — dimensions match but EPS and wood do not seal together\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/deep-frame-feeder-with-ladder\"\u003eDeep Internal Frame Feeder\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/medium-frame-feeder-with-ladder\"\u003eMedium Internal Frame Feeder\u003c\/a\u003e inside the boxes. Internal feeders sit within the insulated stack without breaking the thermal seal. Top feeders are not compatible with this lid design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNFC Tags\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 included — compatible with HiveIQ smart dashboard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEntrance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThree-stage hive entrance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQueen Excluder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGalvanized metal, 9-frame\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSilicone Required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes — for lid seal, not included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutside Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSame as 10-frame Langstroth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=YfzwItCB3Vo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eWatch: HiveIQ Bottom Board — What's Included and How to Assemble\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/mLbjNkpPKzk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eWatch: How to Paint and Assemble the HiveIQ Kit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/beekeeping-equipment\/beehive-insulation\"\u003eBeehive Insulation — What It Does and Why It Matters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/beekeeping-equipment\/parts-of-a-beehive-the-basic-components\"\u003eParts of a Beehive — The Basic Components\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/hiveiq-beehive-body-9-frame\"\u003eHiveIQ Deep Box — 9 Frame\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/hiveiq-medium-box-9-frame\"\u003eHiveIQ Medium Box — 9 Frame\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/hiveiq-double-deep-medium-kit\"\u003eHiveIQ Double Deep + Medium Kit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/deep-frame-feeder-with-ladder\"\u003eDeep Internal Frame Feeder with Ladders\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBrowse More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/hiveiq-insulated-and-highly-designed-bee-hives\"\u003eAll HiveIQ Parts and Kits\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Foxhound Bee Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47288986927356,"sku":"Hive IQ Base Ex Lid Kit","price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0269\/1648\/7234\/files\/Hive-IQ-Base-Lid-Kit-w-Queen-Excluder-Foxhound-Bee-Company_c8ff3a40-fa85-4233-9bb5-cc8d7077b321.png?v=1751297052"},{"product_id":"hive-iq-double-deep-medium-kit","title":"HiveIQ Double Deep + Medium Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe HiveIQ Double Deep + Medium Kit gives you everything to run a full Langstroth-compatible colony in a high-density EPS insulated hive — except frames. If you need frames, we have both \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/deep-9-1-8-inch-langstroth-frame-grooved-top-grooved-bottom-with-double-wax-foundation\"\u003edeep\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/medium-6-1-4-inch-frame-grooved-top-grooved-bottom-with-double-wax-foundation\"\u003emedium\u003c\/a\u003e Langstroth frames sold separately. Add them to your cart before you check out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2 x 9-Frame Full Depth Beehive Bodies (deep boxes)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 x 9-Frame Medium Beehive Body\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 x 9-Frame Bottom Board — includes 2 NFC tags, stamped floor vent, three-stage hive entrance, and blanking plate (covers space for optional pollen trap)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 x 9-Frame Top Cover with yellow metal roof\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 x Metal Queen Excluder\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 x Varroa \/ Winter Board\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 x Instruction Manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrames not included.\u003c\/strong\u003e Each box holds 9 standard Langstroth frames. Outside dimensions match a 10-frame Langstroth hive — deep frames fit the deep boxes, medium frames fit the medium box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding recommendation:\u003c\/strong\u003e We recommend internal frame feeders for HiveIQ boxes rather than top feeders or entrance feeders. The insulated design makes frame feeders the most compatible option — they sit inside the box without disrupting the thermal seal. Use the \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/deep-frame-feeder-with-ladder\"\u003eDeep Internal Frame Feeder\u003c\/a\u003e in the deep boxes and the \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/medium-frame-feeder-with-ladder\"\u003eMedium Internal Frame Feeder\u003c\/a\u003e in the medium box. Each replaces one or two frames depending on the size you choose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy an Insulated Hive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStandard wood hives make bees do a lot of extra work. In summer, the colony fans constantly to keep the brood nest cool. In winter, they burn through stores keeping the cluster warm. EPS insulation cuts that workload significantly. We've seen better winter survival, faster spring buildup, and stronger foraging in insulated setups compared to our cypress hives — it's not subtle. The HiveIQ material has roughly 6x the insulation value of standard wood (R-7.9 versus approximately R-1.21 for a standard wood hive), and the interlocking box design eliminates the drafts and gaps that wood hives develop over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NFC tags in the bottom board connect to the HiveIQ monitoring system, letting you track weight, temperature, and hive activity without opening the hive. That's genuinely useful data, especially through winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAssembly\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlan on 45–60 minutes for the full kit. The boxes use mortise and tenon joints — they fit together cleanly and lock solid with exterior wood glue (not included, any weatherproof PVA or polyurethane glue works). The bottom board and lid attach with the included screws using a standard screwdriver or cordless drill. One additional step: apply a bead of silicone between the metal roof and the foam lid to prevent movement and reduce thermal expansion gaps. The boxes can be painted with water-based latex paint for a custom look or UV protection — just avoid oil-based paints, which can damage EPS. The assembly is straightforward — no cutting required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWorks With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStandard 9-frame Langstroth deep frames\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStandard 9-frame Langstroth medium frames\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/hiveiq-insulated-and-highly-designed-bee-hives\"\u003eAll HiveIQ accessories and expansion boxes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes Not Work With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStandard Langstroth wooden boxes — outside dimensions match, but EPS boxes and wood boxes do not stack or seal together\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e8-frame Langstroth frames\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFlow Hive supers and components — Flow Hive's proprietary design does not fit HiveIQ boxes, and there is no adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBox Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9 Langstroth frames per box\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutside Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSame as 10-frame Langstroth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInsulation Value\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eR-7.9 (compared to approximately R-1.21 for a standard wood hive)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-density EPS (expanded polystyrene)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMonitoring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNFC tags included — compatible with HiveIQ smart dashboard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrames Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — sold separately\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlue Required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes — exterior wood glue, not included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSilicone Required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes — for lid, not included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePaint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater-based latex only — oil-based paints will damage EPS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=J675GZCgKiw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eWatch: HiveIQ Polystyrene Hive Boxes — What's Included and How to Assemble\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/mLbjNkpPKzk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eWatch: How to Paint and Assemble the HiveIQ Kit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/beekeeping-equipment\/beehive-insulation\"\u003eBeehive Insulation — What It Does and Why It Matters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/beekeeping-equipment\/should-i-start-with-all-medium-or-deep-boxes\"\u003eShould I Start With All Medium or Deep Boxes?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/beekeeping-equipment\/honey-supers-and-brood-boxes-explained\"\u003eHoney Supers and Brood Boxes: Explained\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/deep-9-1-8-inch-langstroth-frame-grooved-top-grooved-bottom-with-double-wax-foundation\"\u003eDeep 9 1\/8\" Langstroth Frame with Double Wax Foundation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/medium-6-1-4-inch-frame-grooved-top-grooved-bottom-with-double-wax-foundation\"\u003eMedium 6 1\/4\" Frame with Double Wax Foundation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/deep-frame-feeder-with-ladder\"\u003eDeep Internal Frame Feeder with Ladders\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/medium-frame-feeder-with-ladder\"\u003eMedium Internal Frame Feeder with Ladders\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBrowse More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/hiveiq-insulated-and-highly-designed-bee-hives\"\u003eAll HiveIQ Parts and Kits\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Foxhound Bee Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47288987058428,"sku":"HIVE IQ 2D 1M 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