Product Details
The Galvanised Bee Smoker is an indispensable piece of equipment for any beekeeper. It is intended to produce smoke from the smouldering of various fuels, which is then used to calm honey bees when working with beehives. The smoker is an essential piece of equipment in your hive care toolbox because it allows you to quickly and safely remove bees from areas of the hive where you want to operate.
Salient Features
The Galvanised Bee Smoker is composed of high-quality stainless steel, making it long-lasting and sturdy. It is shaped like a cylinder with a lid that narrows to a half-inch gap. Another small opening towards the base of the cylinder leads to a bellow nozzle. Pumping the bellows forces air through the bottom hole, producing smoke. The smoker has been galvanised, which means it has been coated with a layer of zinc to prevent rust and corrosion. As a result, it is suitable for usage in all weather circumstances.
What it can do for you
The Galvanised Bee Smoker offers multiple benefits, making it an indispensable tool for beekeepers. For starters, it calms the bees, making it easier to work with them. The smoke from the bee smoker also conceals your pheromones from the bees and their pheromones from each other, making them less aggressive. Second, it keeps the bees busy eating honey, making them less likely to sting you. Third, it prevents bees from communicating, lowering their likelihood of swarming.
How to Use it
It is simple to use the Galvanised Bee Smoker. Fill the fire chamber halfway with flammable material, such as wood shavings, dried grass, or pine needles. Allow the substance to smoulder for a few minutes after lighting it. Squeeze the bellow to get a blast of smoke from the nozzle once the smoker produces smoke. The bellow attached to the fire chamber lets you restrict the flow of oxygen, allowing you to keep your smoker lit for an extended period while controlling the smoke.
Invest in your safety during beekeeping.
It is critical to take safety precautions when using the Galvanised Bee Smoker. Wear protective clothing such as a bee suit, gloves, and a veil at all times. Ensure the smoker is not too close to the hive, which can result in a fire. Also, ensure the smoker is not too hot, as this might harm the bees. Finally, ensure the smoker isn’t producing too much smoke, which might suffocate the bees.
It is intended to produce smoke from the smouldering of various fuels, which is then used to calm honey bees when working with beehives. The smoker is composed of high-quality stainless steel, which makes it long-lasting and sturdy. It’s galvanised, which means it’s been zinc-coated to keep rust and corrosion at bay. The Galvanised Bee Smoker is simple to use and has various advantages, making it an indispensable piece of equipment for beekeepers. Following safety precautions when utilising the smoker is critical to keep both you and the bees safe.