Zander beehive
The Zander frame size, popular among German beekeepers, originates from modifications introduced by Dr. Liebig. The hive consists typically of boxes designed for 10 frames, available in varying heights. These hives are expertly crafted from solid wood with a thickness of 20 mm, and the frames conveniently rest on stainless steel rails, ensuring comfortable and easy manipulation. Additionally, hive sets typically include components like wooden parts, assembled frames, beeswax foundation sheets, and other accessories necessary for effective beekeeping.
Zander hive 3 x 220 mm box
Complete beehive Zander with bottom, cover and 3x 220 mm hive box. You can edit your hive adjust according to your needs.
Zander hive 2 x 220 mm box in parts
Complete beehive Zander with bottom, cover and 3x 220 mm hive box. You can edit your hive adjust according to your needs.
Metal cover for Zander hive 530x435x50
Metal cover for Zander hive 530x435x50 mm. Nice metal cover for outdoor use made of galvanized sheet metal.
Bee escape - clearer board 420x520 - Zander - 8 holes
Bee escape in a frame for Zander beehive. The escape frame consists of a wooden perimeter frame (42x52 cm) joined at the corners with tenon joints and glued with waterproof adhesive, with a high-density fiberboard (HDF) inserted into a groove in the perimeter frame.
Low cover for Zander hive Liebig
Low cover for Zander hive in Liebig variant. Size 564 x 467 mm, height 3,5 cm.
Queen excluder Zander
A divider board is used to divide a hive box into 2, 3, or 4 separate compartments.
This is used for making nucleus colonies or queen rearing.
Inner cover with insulation board
Inner cover with insulation board. This cover is compatible with 10 frame hives like Langstroth, Dadant and Zander.
Hardboard inner cover Zander with EPS insulation
Hardboard cover can be used as an inner cover with an inserted EPS insulation board.
Including EPS board for optimal insulation with sliding bars.
Divider board for Zander hives
A division board is used to narrow the hive space. The board can be added as a dummy frame.
Intermediate part Zander
Intermediate part with hole for bee escape or feeder. Intermediate floor can also be used as a honey extraction barrier.
Frame feeder for Zander 223
Plastic frame feeder feeder for one Zander 223 frame. Rough surface of the inner side.
Liebig Zander Super (110 mm) 10 F. - unassembled
For 10 Zander frames with dimensions 477 x 110 mm.
Without frame runners for direct frame support.
Hive box 10er Zander 220 mm with bar
Hive box Zander 220 mm with stainless steel bar 477 x 220 mm for 10 frames.
Shallow super Zander (220 mm) - stainless steel rails
Can be used for up to 5 Zander frames - stainless steel rails. Spruce wood with a thickness of 20 mm or Nordic pine. Half-super - Zander Dr. Liebig has external dimensions of 525 mm x 210 mm and a height of 230 mm. Two half-supers together make a complete super.
Bottom with 3 parts for Zander
Bottom with stainless steel wiremesh is divided into three parts.
Queen excluder - yellow plastic - 478x378 mm
Quality queen excluder in lot of sizes. Molded, not stamped, leaving no rough edges to harm your bees.
Metal queen excluder Zander and DNM 478 x 378 mm in wooden frame - D
Combined metal queen excluder in a solid wooden frame. The excluder is galvanized. The outer dimension of the excluder is 420 x 520 mm, suitable for 10-frame Zander supers and alternatively for 12 DNM (standard German frames).
Bottom for Zander hive Liebig
Bottom with wiremesh for Zander hive in Liebig variant. This bottom has an entrance on longer side.
Frame spacing comb - galvanized Zander 10 frames - 370x28 mm
Frame spacer made of galvanized steel are used to reduce the number of frames in your boxes by accurately spacing your frames.
Stainless steel castellated spacers Zander 10 F. - 370x28 - 1 piece
Frame spacer made of galvanized steel are used to reduce the number of frames in your boxes by accurately spacing your frames.
Stainless steel castellated spacers Zander 9 F. - 373x26 - 1 piece
Frame spacer made of galvanized steel are used to reduce the number of frames in your boxes by accurately spacing your frames.
Feeder for Zander Liebig 8 l
Suitable for hives of Liebig Zander 10 frame and Liebig DNM 12 frame construction. Made of 2 mm thick plastic with an angled cover and aluminum sheet to be placed on the fold of the feeder.
Pad for Varroa bottom Liebig Zander
Suitable for bottom board: product code 1431.
Made of light-colored plastic, UV stable heat-resistant material.
With a 5 x 5 cm grid for convenient monitoring of Varroa mites.
Dimensions approximately 475 x 380 mm, with the possibility of trimming.
The Zander frame size is primarily favored among our beekeeping neighbors in Germany and is commonly utilized in modern hive systems. This hive construction has been significantly improved according to recommendations by Dr. Liebig and comes adapted for holding ten frames per box, with varying available hive-body heights. Crafted from solid wood with a thickness of 20 mm, the frames conveniently rest on stainless steel rails (schienen), facilitating easy and smooth manipulation. The boxes are equipped with ergonomic handles that greatly ease transport and handling. The external dimensions of the boxes measure 52 x 42 cm, making them fully compatible with standard Dr. Liebig Type 12 hives fitted for twelve Normalmaß frames, adapted for warm way positioning.
Our extensive offer includes wooden hive-building components, frames, foundation sheets, queen excluders, feeders, and many additional accessories.
The original Zander hive, invented by beekeeper Enoch Zander around 1900 and bearing his name, consists of multi-box wooden structures configurable into honey supers (upper boxes) and brood chambers (lower boxes). This hive style became especially notable for its lower height combined with significant frame depth compared with conventional hives of the era. The uniform size between brood chambers and honey boxes enhances hive temperature stability, promoting quicker heat buildup in cooler periods and increased efficiency and rapid comb building activity by bees during spring and summer seasons. To ensure the queen remains isolated within the brood chamber, a queen excluder is placed between brood and honey supers, significantly enhancing colony organization. Thus, Zander hives effectively offer modern, efficient, easy-to-maintain solutions, optimizing overall hive conditions.
Zander Beehive according to Dr. Liebig
If you are passionate about beekeeping and seek an efficient, proven hive design, choosing Dr. Liebig's Zander hive is ideal. Adapted specifically for ten Zander frames and manufactured from premium-grade Weymouth Pine, these hives assure longevity and dependable quality.
Key Advantages of the Zander Hive System
Precision Craftsmanship and Stability
Our Zander hives, refined in collaboration with Dr. Gerhard Liebig—combining his years of scientific research and practical beekeeping experience—represent one of the most sophisticated and stable hive designs available internationally. Hive boxes are made from 20 mm knot-free solid wood whose joints are securely glued and assembled using precise stainless-steel screws. Falced edges and strong stainless-steel rails ensure robustness and easy frame-handling, while an additional pair of lower rails contribute superior stability by preventing unintended shifting of boxes. Durable handles, strategically placed on front and rear hive box walls, assure safe lifting and superior maneuverability.
Compatibility and Flexibility
The D. Liebig hive design supports various beekeeping methods through flexible adaptation, merging advantages of both falced and non-falced boxes for easier handling and transportation. These Zander hives are also conveniently compatible with standard twelve-frame Normalmaß hive adjustments and allow usage of the larger ZaDant brood-box variant for specialized configurations.
Sustainable Maintenance and Care
Protective Treatment
All our parts and hive structures come untreated without protective coating. Therefore, we recommend applying suitable paints, oils, or varnishes to extend durability and maximize resistance against weather conditions. Remember to lightly sand surfaces between coatings for optimal wood protection.
Prevention of Interior Humidity
Once colonized by bees, hives naturally create an internal microclimate differing significantly from their external environment, occasionally resulting in moisture condensation under hive lids that may encourage mold or wood cracking. We suggest placing hives slightly elevated using stands and removing lower sealing boards seasonally to stimulate ideal air circulation and moisture control especially after Varroa control measures.
Recommended Literature and Further Information
To further understand hive management concepts and methods recommended by Dr. Gerhard Liebig, the book "Einfach Imkern" offers valuable beekeeping knowledge and practical advice specifically tailored toward efficient use of these hives.
Experience the many advantages of Zander hive systems, significantly improving the efficiency and enjoyment of your beekeeping endeavors with innovative, expert-designed solutions.
Hive Bottom Board Design
Our bottom boards feature removable Varroa control trays and entrance reducers with double openings to maintain bee colony safety, deterring pests such as field mice, and facilitating necessary natural airflow moderation.
Low-design Bottom Boards
Flat bottom boards include stainless steel screens (about 2.6 mm spacing) efficient for effective Varroa mite drop management. Suitable for hobby and professional apiarists alike, these enhance bee climate regulation, especially beneficial in colder conditions.
High-design Bottom Boards
In contrast, tall bottom boards omit crosswise rails and do not support flight boards, occasionally resulting in uncontrolled comb constructions beneath frames. These boards are best for short-term mite control treatments, particularly when applying formic acid.
Importance of Landing Boards
Our extended landing boards facilitate accessible entry even for clipped-wing queens and significantly reduce bee losses especially during unexpected adverse weather conditions.
Box Materials and Construction
Box constructions predominantly feature quality woods, including Weymouth pine or spruce, meticulously joined together using high-grade steel screws.
Honey and Brood Boxes (Zander Dadant)
Our stock includes two specialized box heights: the lightweight, honey-super boxes (166 mm height) for comfortable hive maintenance, and deeper Zander Dadant brood boxes (292 mm height) optimal for queen-rearing practices.
Partition Boards with Queen Excluder Grid (Zander)
Our innovative queen-restricted partition boards ensure the queen remains safely contained within desired brood areas. Solid wooden frames paired with robust metal grids provide reliable and efficient management within bee colonies.
Highlights:
- Quality Materials: Durable wooden frame with robust metal queen-excluder grid.
- Safe Segregation: Prevents queen access while allowing worker bees easy movement.
- Universal Usage: Compatible with both 10-frame and 12-frame hive setups for maximum hive versatility.
Partition boards assist in easily managing and optimizing brood chamber organization.
Bee Escapes
Bee escapes streamline harvesting honey supers, significantly reducing disruption and potential harm to your bees.
Various Feeding Solutions
Our feeders accommodate diverse hive requirements, providing optimal nourishment for bee colonies throughout the year.
Metal Roof Covers
Roofs crafted with stainless steel or galvanized sheet metal effectively shed rainwater and improve hive ventilation, maximizing protection against harsh climatic conditions, and stabilizing internal hive environments.
Advanced Beekeeping Technology
This comprehensive beekeeping system offers modern, adaptable, and versatile solutions suitable for varying bees and climatic zones. For more insights on using advanced technologies in hive management, consult Dr. Liebig's “Einfach Imkern” book.
Wood Care
Consistent protective maintenance coating prolongs your hive’s structural integrity, extending its usable lifespan beyond 20 years. Explore our modern Zander hive collection according to Dr. Liebig’s perspectives and enhance your beekeeping success through well-established and innovative technology.
