This device was developed by Albert Knight to enable two
Apidea polystyrene hives to be fitted together so that a larger number
of frames could be utilised.
The dimensions that I have quoted in the drawing have been
taken from an actual example that Albert made.
The rim pieces that are marked with a * should be pared
down to fit the boxes concerned as both wear and dimensional variance
between batches of Apideas will alter the 'fit'.
The example that Albert made was left untreated... I
personally would be inclined to use petroleum jelly on the contacting
surfaces and to treat all the other surfaces with linseed oil.
Originated... 28 January 2003,
Additions... 03 February 2003,
