{"title":"Frames \u0026 Foundations","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"core-frames-deep-plastic-frames","title":"Core Frames Deep Plastic Frames","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA Brand New Plastic Frame\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCore Frames from Core Beekeeping are brand new plastic frames with a patent pending design. The frames are made from food grade virgin ABS, making them both sturdy and light weight. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCore Frame's patented design improves the beekeeping experience by overcoming all the shortcomings of the current wooden and plastic frames. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe size of this frame is (9 1\/8\") Langstroth deep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEasy Foundation Installation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCore Frames are available with or without foundations. Unlike the unibody frames with foundations, you can choose to have the foundation of your favorite supplier, and wax level. The foundations are installed by popping them in like you would in a wooden frame. The patented design enables the foundation to get in easier while making it harder to pop out of the frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNo Hive Beetle Hideout\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost plastic frames in the market have indents in the periphery that are excellent hiding spots for small hive beetles which are devastating the colonies. Core Frames do not have any hiding spots for small hive beetles, so your colony can chase them out easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHigh Speed Extraction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCore Frame design enables the plastic foundation to be held in the frame, even at higher speeds in the extractor. You can spin and extract faster without worrying about foundations popping out. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWax Moth Safe\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWax moths chew through the wooden frames and make cavities for cocoons.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarvae can also bore through the wooden bars of frames.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCore Frame's plastic is safe from damage from wax moths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEasier Handling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sides of Core Frames are designed to have minimum contact between the frames. This enables easier splitting of the frames using a hive tool. Less jerky motion will also not aggravate the bees. The smooth plastic used in CoreFrames also enable the frame to slide easier in the hive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSturdy Construction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCore Frames are engineered to withstand impact. They're overengineered and use the strongest food grade plastic material. You can use your hive tool on them worry free, and they won't break when you drop them, or put them on extractors. You will never be left holding the top bar while the rest of the frame is on the ground :)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLong Lasting \u0026amp; Recycleable\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCore Frames\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ewill outlast\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethe wooden frames. Never have to worry again with rotting. You can use them worry free for many years, and if they ever break, you can remove the foundation, and recycle the frame itself. See the notes on how to extend the life of your Core Frames below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMADE IN USA\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCore Frames are proudly\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003emade in USA\u003c\/strong\u003e. Not only the manufacturing of the frames, but also the design, and the molding are all done here in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhoenix, Arizona\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p-rich_text_section\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-stringify-type=\"bold\"\u003eSuggestions to extend the life of your plastic frames:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-stringify-type=\"unordered-list\" class=\"p-rich_text_list p-rich_text_list__bullet\" data-indent=\"0\" data-border=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-stringify-indent=\"0\" data-stringify-border=\"0\"\u003eDo not store exposing direct sunlight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-stringify-indent=\"0\" data-stringify-border=\"0\"\u003eShould not be used with solar wax melting gadgets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-stringify-indent=\"0\" data-stringify-border=\"0\"\u003eShould not be cleaned using boiling water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-stringify-indent=\"0\" data-stringify-border=\"0\"\u003eDo not wash in dishwasher \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hilltop Hive \u0026 Honey Company, LLC","offers":[{"title":"10 \/ No Foundations","offer_id":47420369174766,"sku":"COREDEEP10NFD","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7 \/ No Foundations","offer_id":47420369240302,"sku":"COREDEEP7NOFD","price":39.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0777\/9067\/5182\/files\/10-Core-Frames_1024x1024_2x_467569de-66cb-4c05-993d-054f2ca030b4.webp?v=1765817483"},{"product_id":"apimaye-plastic-deep-pro-frames","title":"Apimaye Plastic Deep PRO Frames","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlastic PRO Frames\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePRO Plastic frames are the new and improved plastic bee frames for your Apimaye or wooden hives. Designed to improve the productivity and efficiency of the beekeeper. Makes all the usual framing procedures a thing in the past. Easy and fast to use, saving time and money for beekeepers. Made with food grade plastic, sturdy and safe enough to use in all kinds of harvesting tools. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCleaning can easily be done with 140-160 degrees Fahrenheit  (60-70 C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be used multiple times\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with all hives (Both Apimaye hives and old school wooden hives)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use Plastic PRO Bee Frames\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur plastic PRO bee frames split open from the middle and snap back on securely. Just open the frame from the center, place the beeswax or plastic foundation in the center and then snap it back on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePRO frames are also excellent for locating a new collected swarm into a hive. Just split open the frames, put the combs in between and snap it back again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggestions to extend the life of your plastic frames:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not store exposing direct sunlight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShould not be used with solar wax melting gadgets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShould not be cleaned using boiling water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Hilltop Hive \u0026 Honey Company, LLC","offers":[{"title":"No Foundations \/ 10","offer_id":47420831105262,"sku":"PROFRAMD10NFD","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"No Foundations \/ 7","offer_id":47420831170798,"sku":"PROFRAMED7NF","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0777\/9067\/5182\/files\/2fbee425-1d2f-4851-9c3e-cbe58240db82_1024x1024_2x_17a4e8bb-9080-4069-86dc-19ef092abcb0.webp?v=1765820134"},{"product_id":"core-frames-medium-plastic-frames","title":"Core Frames Medium Plastic Frames","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA Brand New Plastic Frame\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCore Frames from Core Beekeeping are brand new plastic frames with a patent pending design. The frames are made from food grade virgin ABS, making them both sturdy and light weight. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCore Frame's patented design improves the beekeeping experience by overcoming all the shortcomings of the current wooden and plastic frames. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe size of this frame is (9 1\/8\") Langstroth deep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEasy Foundation Installation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCore Frames are available with or without foundations. Unlike the unibody frames with foundations, you can choose to have the foundation of your favorite supplier, and wax level. The foundations are installed by popping them in like you would in a wooden frame. The patented design enables the foundation to get in easier while making it harder to pop out of the frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNo Hive Beetle Hideout\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost plastic frames in the market have indents in the periphery that are excellent hiding spots for small hive beetles which are devastating the colonies. Core Frames do not have any hiding spots for small hive beetles, so your colony can chase them out easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHigh Speed Extraction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCore Frame design enables the plastic foundation to be held in the frame, even at higher speeds in the extractor. You can spin and extract faster without worrying about foundations popping out. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWax Moth Safe\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWax moths chew through the wooden frames and make cavities for cocoons.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarvae can also bore through the wooden bars of frames.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCore Frame's plastic is safe from damage from wax moths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEasier Handling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sides of Core Frames are designed to have minimum contact between the frames. This enables easier splitting of the frames using a hive tool. Less jerky motion will also not aggravate the bees. The smooth plastic used in CoreFrames also enable the frame to slide easier in the hive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSturdy Construction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCore Frames are engineered to withstand impact. They're overengineered and use the strongest food grade plastic material. You can use your hive tool on them worry free, and they won't break when you drop them, or put them on extractors. You will never be left holding the top bar while the rest of the frame is on the ground :)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLong Lasting \u0026amp; Recycleable\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCore Frames\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ewill outlast\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethe wooden frames. Never have to worry again with rotting. You can use them worry free for many years, and if they ever break, you can remove the foundation, and recycle the frame itself. See the notes on how to extend the life of your Core Frames below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMADE IN USA\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCore Frames are proudly\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003emade in USA\u003c\/strong\u003e. Not only the manufacturing of the frames, but also the design, and the molding are all done here in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhoenix, Arizona\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p-rich_text_section\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-stringify-type=\"bold\"\u003eSuggestions to extend the life of your plastic frames:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-stringify-type=\"unordered-list\" class=\"p-rich_text_list p-rich_text_list__bullet\" data-indent=\"0\" data-border=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-stringify-indent=\"0\" data-stringify-border=\"0\"\u003eDo not store exposing direct sunlight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-stringify-indent=\"0\" data-stringify-border=\"0\"\u003eShould not be used with solar wax melting gadgets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-stringify-indent=\"0\" data-stringify-border=\"0\"\u003eShould not be cleaned using boiling water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-stringify-indent=\"0\" data-stringify-border=\"0\"\u003eDo not wash in dishwasher \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hilltop Hive \u0026 Honey Company, LLC","offers":[{"title":"10 \/ No Foundations","offer_id":47420957032686,"sku":"COREMED10NOFD","price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7 \/ No Foundations","offer_id":47420957098222,"sku":"COREMED7NOFD","price":38.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0777\/9067\/5182\/files\/10-Core-Frames_1024x1024_2x_897e6e89-b46a-4bd2-a3a1-24189cc8a000.webp?v=1765821976"},{"product_id":"deep-9-1-8-grooved-top-bar-frames-with-single-coated-yellow-plasticell-commercial-assembled","title":"Deep 9 1\/8\" Grooved Top Bar Frames with Single Coated Yellow Plasticell Commercial Assembled","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn assembled 9 1\/8 inch Groove Top Bar Frame with Coated Plasticell Foundation. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep 9 1\/8\" grooved top bar frames with coated plasticell commercial grade wood that is already assembled and ready for your hive\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSingle coated beeswax.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose between yellow and black plasticell.  The black color helps beekeepers see the eggs in the cells, allowing them to watch the brood laying pattern of the queen\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hilltop Hive \u0026 Honey Company, LLC","offers":[{"title":"Yellow \/ 10 PACK","offer_id":47698489475310,"sku":"DDC75201SYA","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ 10 PACK","offer_id":47698489508078,"sku":"DDC75201SbA","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0777\/9067\/5182\/files\/c75201SINGLDEEP.jpg?v=1772133324"},{"product_id":"medium-6-1-4-grooved-top-bar-grooved-bottom-bar-frames-with-single-coated-yellow-plasticell-commercial-assembled","title":"Medium 6 1\/4\" Grooved Top Bar Grooved Bottom Bar Frames with Single Coated Yellow Plasticell Commercial Assembled","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page-title-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"page-title\" id=\"page-title-heading\" aria-labelledby=\"page-title-heading toolbar-amount\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"base\" data-ui-id=\"page-title-wrapper\"\u003eMedium Frames (6 1\/4 Inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page messages\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-placeholder=\"messages\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-bind=\"scope: 'messages'\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-atomic=\"true\" role=\"alert\" class=\"messages\" data-bind=\"foreach: {\n        data: messages().messages, as: 'message'\n    }, afterRender: purgeMessages\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"category-sub-categories\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"category-view\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"category-description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"html\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\" data-decoded=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn assembled 6 1\/4 inch groove top bar frame with beeswax single coated yellow plasticell foundation installed. Commercial grade wood already assembled. Please order in multiples of 10 frames, Frames provide the structural support for the honeycomb that the honey bees utilize for egg and food storage. The frames and beeswax foundation are assembled together and placed in the hive body or super. The hive frame is a key part in a beehive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrames in the super can be taken off the beehive to have the honey extracted for the consumer.After the honey has been extracted, the frames can be placed back on the beehive for the honey bees to store more honey to be extracted. The frame is made of one top bar, two side bars, and one bottom bar. A typical hive holds eight to ten frames and is made of wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrames come in  \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.dadant.com\/catalog\/hives\/frames\/medium-frames-6-1-4-inch\"\u003eMedium\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (6 1\/4 inches).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium frames support \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.dadant.com\/catalog\/hives\/foundation\/medium-foundation-5-5-8-inch\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003emedium foundation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e (5 5\/8 inches) and fit into \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.dadant.com\/catalog\/hives\/10-frame\/supers\/medium\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003emedium suppers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e (6 5\/8 inches).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hilltop Hive \u0026 Honey Company, LLC","offers":[{"title":"Yellow \/ 10 PACK","offer_id":47704788893934,"sku":"DD76201YSWAS","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0777\/9067\/5182\/files\/c76201ASSY.jpg?v=1772134025"},{"product_id":"beehive-frame-deep-assembled-wired-grooved-top-and-bottom-not-wedge-9-1-8","title":"BEEHIVE FRAME DEEP  ASSEMBLED WIRED GROOVED TOP AND BOTTOM (NOT WEDGE) 9 1\/8\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eBEEHIVE FRAME  ASSEMBLED WIRED GROOVED TOP AND BOTTOM (NOT WEDGE) STAINLESS STEEL WIRE AND EYELETS.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBEEHIVE FRAME ASSEMBLED, WIRED 9 1\/8\" NEW ZEALAND PINE. 4 WIRE\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hilltop Hive \u0026 Honey Company, LLC","offers":[{"title":"10 PACK","offer_id":47720479817966,"sku":"FRMWASWIRED4GTGM","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0777\/9067\/5182\/files\/600x600DEEPWIREDFRAM.jpg?v=1772554116"},{"product_id":"beehive-frame-medium-assembled-wired-grooved-top-and-bottom-not-wedge-6-1-4","title":"BEEHIVE FRAME MEDIUM  ASSEMBLED WIRED GROOVED TOP AND BOTTOM (NOT WEDGE) 6 1\/4\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eBEEHIVE FRAME  ASSEMBLED WIRED GROOVED TOP AND BOTTOM (NOT WEDGE) STAINLESS STEEL WIRE AND EYELETS.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBEEHIVE FRAME ASSEMBLED, WIRED 6 1\/4\" NEW ZEALAND PINE. 2 WIRE\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hilltop Hive \u0026 Honey Company, LLC","offers":[{"title":"10 PACK","offer_id":47720499183854,"sku":"FRMMEDWASWIRED4GTGM","price":36.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0777\/9067\/5182\/files\/FRASGTGB2W.jpg?v=1772554973"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0777\/9067\/5182\/collections\/10-Core-Frames_540x_384effe3-5a95-4036-99a7-8136cbbfbd31.png?v=1769966818","url":"https:\/\/hilltophiveco.com\/collections\/frames-foundations.oembed","provider":"HILLTOP HIVE \u0026 HONEY COMPANY LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}