{"product_id":"hive-iq-base-lid-kit-w-queen-excluder","title":"HiveIQ Base \u0026 Lid Kit w\/ Queen Excluder","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHiveIQ Base and Lid Kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis kit is part of the HiveIQ system and includes the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/products\/hive-iq-bottom-board?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=43a7a6ed8\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003ebottom board or base\u003c\/a\u003e, queen excluder, and\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/products\/products-hive-iq-beehive-top-9-frame?_pos=3\u0026amp;_sid=43a7a6ed8\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003e lid or cover\u003c\/a\u003e. You can also add \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/hive-iq-insulated-and-highly-designed-bee-hives\/products\/hive-iq-beehive-body-9-frame\"\u003edeep\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/hive-iq-insulated-and-highly-designed-bee-hives\/products\/hive-iq-medium-box-9-frame\"\u003emedium boxes\u003c\/a\u003e that will fit these pieces perfectly. These high-density EPS pieces are extremely well made and designed to give your colony excellent insulation in the summer and the winter and allow you to utilize the entire \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/hive-iq-insulated-and-highly-designed-bee-hives\"\u003eHiveIQ system\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe external dimensions of the equipment are the same as those of Langstroth equipment, but it is not compatible with Langstroth boxes but is designed to use Langstroth frames.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/products\/medium-6-1-4-inch-frame-grooved-top-grooved-bottom-with-foundation?_pos=11\u0026amp;_sid=03a862e2c\u0026amp;_ss=r\u0026amp;variant=39320626790537\"\u003e Medium frames\u003c\/a\u003e will fit the HiveIQ medium boxes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/products\/deep-9-1-8-inch-langsroth-frame-grooved-top-grooved-bottom-with-foundation?_pos=3\u0026amp;_sid=03a862e2c\u0026amp;_ss=r\u0026amp;variant=39320620531849\"\u003eDeep frames\u003c\/a\u003e will fit the HiveIQ deep boxes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe kit includes all the pieces necessary to assemble the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/hive-iq-insulated-and-highly-designed-bee-hives\/products\/hive-iq-bottom-board\"\u003ebottom board\u003c\/a\u003e as well as the top, and the only tools needed are a handheld screwdriver or a cordless drill. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe love this system of insulated equipment for its durability and general design as it is bee-friendly and beekeeper friendly. For more information on insulated hives, read our blog about \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/beehive-insulation\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eModern Insulated Beehives.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBenefits of an Insulated Hive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eExperience the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/products\/hive-iq-bottom-board\"\u003eHiveIQ Beehive Bottom Board\u003c\/a\u003e, an innovative, lightweight, yet durable base for your hive. Crafted from high-density EPS, it not only ensures stability and safety for your bees but also facilitates easy hive transportation. The standout feature is its superior insulation, mirroring the thermal performance of all \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/hive-iq-insulated-and-highly-designed-bee-hives\"\u003eHiveIQ products\u003c\/a\u003e. This insulation mimics the natural conditions bees thrive in, keeping the hive warm in winter and cool in summer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis optimal environment boosts bee health and productivity, leading to improved survival rates, faster brood rearing, and increased honey production. Compatible with various \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/hive-iq-insulated-and-highly-designed-bee-hives\"\u003eHiveIQ enhancements,\u003c\/a\u003e it offers a versatile solution for your beekeeping needs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSee more of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/hive-iq-insulated-and-highly-designed-bee-hives\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHiveIQ Parts and Kits\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWatch our video on the \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Hive IQ Polystyrene Bee Hive Bottom Board: What is included and how to assemble it.\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=YfzwItCB3Vo\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHive IQ Polystyrene Bee Hive Bottom Board to see what’s included and how to assemble it\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Foxhound Bee Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47288986927356,"sku":"Hive IQ Base Ex Lid Kit","price":117.99,"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","url":"https:\/\/proudlibertarian.com\/products\/hive-iq-base-lid-kit-w-queen-excluder","provider":"Proud Libertarian","version":"1.0","type":"link"}