Frame Grip Tool

The Frame Grip Tool from Hornsby Beekeeping Supplies is designed to make handling hive frames easier during inspections and honey harvesting. Manufactured by Quarti Italy, this frame grip combines a frame-handling function with an incorporated hive tool, giving the beekeeper two useful functions in one compact piece of equipment.

Handling frames can become difficult when they are sealed with propolis, tightly fitted into the hive or heavy with honey. A frame grip provides an additional point of control, allowing the beekeeper to hold and move a frame more confidently.

Brand

Brand: Quarti Italy

Hornsby Beekeeping Supplies is the exclusive Australian stockist of Quarti products and specifically highlights Quarti's quality and longevity.

This makes the tool an appealing choice for beekeepers looking for established European beekeeping equipment.

Material

Construction: Solid galvanised steel

The solid galvanised steel construction provides a durable tool for repeated use around the apiary. The metal construction is suited to the demanding environment of hive inspections, where equipment may come into contact with wax, propolis and honey.

Key Features

The Frame Grip Tool includes:

• Solid galvanised steel construction
• Integrated hive tool
• Frame-gripping function
• Compact design for hive inspections
• Suitable for harvesting work

The incorporated hive tool is particularly convenient because it means the beekeeper does not necessarily need to carry a separate tool for every task.

Size and Quantity

Quantity: 1 Frame Grip Tool
Material: Solid galvanised steel
Brand: Quarti Italy
Format: Frame grip with incorporated hive tool

Uses

The Frame Grip Tool can be used during routine hive inspections when frames need to be removed, repositioned or examined. It can also be useful during honey harvesting, where frames may be heavier and more difficult to handle manually.

The additional grip can be particularly helpful when wearing beekeeping gloves, as gloves can reduce the finger control available when holding a frame directly.

Why Choose a Frame Grip?

A frame grip is a small accessory, but it can make a noticeable difference during regular hive work. Instead of trying to grasp a frame with limited access around the top bar, the beekeeper can use the gripping mechanism to obtain a more secure hold.

Hornsby describes this tool as something that can be a “lifesaver” during inspections and harvesting, highlighting its practical value for regular hive work.

Choose the Frame Grip Tool from Hornsby Beekeeping Supplies for durable Quarti Italy construction, solid galvanised steel and an integrated hive tool.