A foam beehive

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of bee breeding equipment, specifically relates to a foamed honey box, including the box of foamed material and the cover of the cover body on the top of box, be equipped with the stepped window on the lateral wall of box, the stepped window is constituted by outer window, inner window and connecting portion, outer window detachable connection cover plate, the gauze screen component of detachable connection covering inner window is established in the inside of box, still be equipped with the ventilation opening and the honeycomb mouth in the box, the filter screen is established in the inside of ventilation opening, the outside is equipped with the adjusting part of adjustable air volume, the utility model has the advantages of foamed material lightweight, low cost, the good advantage of heat preservation, through the cover plate, gauze and adjusting part of the ventilation opening place setting of stepped window, realize the flexible adjustment of ventilation and heat preservation state, the design of stepped window avoids the weakening of the local structure strength of box due to the window opening, effectively prevent the deformation or damage of window place, improve the durability of honey box, be applicable to the bee breeding, and the practicality is strong.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of beekeeping equipment technology, specifically to a foam beehive. Background Technology

[0002] In beekeeping, the beehive is the core place for bees to live, reproduce, and store honey, and its structural rationality directly affects the bees' living environment and beekeeping efficiency. However, traditional beehives are mostly made of wood, which has problems such as being heavy, inconvenient to move, and having poor heat insulation.

[0003] To address these issues, beehives made of foam material have gradually been adopted, offering advantages such as light weight, good insulation, and low cost. Furthermore, foam waste can be recycled, aligning with environmental protection principles. For example, Chinese utility model patent CN214126545U discloses a beekeeping box comprising a foam-material body and lid. A square frame is fixed to the top edge of the body, and honeycomb openings and ventilation windows are provided on the side walls. Wire mesh is installed inside the ventilation windows. The lid is attached to the square frame via reinforcing rods, and the honeycomb frames are integrated into the slots within the square frame. This solution achieves both lightweight construction and basic insulation functions through the use of foam material, overcoming some of the shortcomings of traditional wooden beehives.

[0004] However, this solution has shortcomings in terms of environmental adaptability: its ventilation windows are fixed structures with wire mesh, allowing only ventilation and not adjustment. In summer, when increased ventilation is needed to lower the hive temperature, the fixed ventilation windows provide limited airflow. In winter, when enhanced insulation is needed to maintain the hive temperature, although the ventilation windows can be temporarily closed with coverings, the operation is cumbersome and the seal is poor, easily leading to heat loss. The inability to adapt ventilation and insulation performance to the environment affects the stability of the hive environment, thus impacting the survival and reproductive efficiency of the bees. Utility Model Content

[0005] In view of the shortcomings of the existing technology, this utility model aims to provide a foam beehive to solve the problem that the ventilation and heat preservation performance is difficult to adjust according to the environment.

[0006] To address the aforementioned problems, the basic solution provided by this utility model is as follows: a foam beehive, comprising a foam body and a cover that fits over the top of the body. The side wall of the body has at least one stepped window, which includes an outer window, an inner window, and a connecting portion. The inner window is located inside the side wall and is smaller than the outer window. The outer window is located outside the side wall. The outer edge of the inner window and the inner edge of the outer window are fixedly connected via the connecting portion. A cover plate is detachably connected to the outer window. A mesh assembly is detachably connected to the inner side wall of the body, covering the inner window. The side wall of the body also has at least one ventilation opening and at least one honeycomb opening. A filter is located inside the ventilation opening, and an adjustable airflow device is located outside the ventilation opening.

[0007] The principle and beneficial effects of this design are as follows: A foam-material beehive and lid form the main frame, utilizing the lightweight and insulating properties of foam to construct the basic habitat. A stepped window is created on the side wall of the beehive, consisting of an outer window, an inner window, and a connecting part. The connecting part securely connects the outer edge of the inner window to the inner edge of the outer window, forming a stepped structure. This design, while meeting ventilation requirements through the window, strengthens the side wall structure around the window through the connecting part, preventing localized weakening of strength due to the window and effectively preventing deformation or damage at the window area, thus improving the structural stability and durability of the beehive.

[0008] The outer window is detachably connected to a cover plate, which can be flexibly removed as needed: when ventilation is required, the cover plate is removed, and the inner window is covered by a detachable mesh assembly, which can ensure air circulation and prevent bee predators from entering; when insulation is required, the cover plate is closed, and the cover plate fits tightly with the inner edge of the outer window, completely covering the inner window and abutting against the end face and connection of the inner window, preventing the cover plate from falling into the box, while also enhancing the box's airtightness and reducing heat loss.

[0009] Ventilation vents and a honeycomb opening are located on the side walls of the hive. A filter inside the vents removes external impurities, dust, and small predators, preventing them from entering the hive and affecting the bees' survival. Adjustable components on the outside of the vents change the airflow by altering the contact area between the vent and the outside environment, allowing for dynamic adjustments based on ambient temperature and humidity to achieve a balance between ventilation and insulation. The honeycomb opening provides a passage for the bees to enter and exit, meeting their basic needs for shelter, reproduction, and nectar collection.

[0010] This solution retains the advantages of foam materials, such as lightweight (easy to transport), low cost (recyclable foam), and basic insulation, solving the problems of bulkiness and poor insulation in traditional wooden beehives. Furthermore, the stepped window and adjustable ventilation design allows for flexible adjustment of ventilation and insulation according to season and temperature, effectively addressing the difficulty of adapting the ventilation and insulation performance of traditional beehives to environmental conditions. The stepped window design also prevents weakening of the hive's local structural strength due to window openings, effectively preventing deformation or damage at the window area and improving the beehive's practicality and durability.

[0011] Furthermore, the adjusting component includes a base coaxially embedded within the vent and a rotating panel rotatably connected to the outer end face of the base. The outer diameter of the base is adapted to the inner diameter of the vent, and the outer end face of the base has a radially extending limiting portion, the outer diameter of which is larger than the inner diameter of the vent. The base has multiple circumferentially arranged ventilation holes. The rotating panel has multiple adjusting holes with the same number and arrangement radius as the ventilation holes. By rotating the rotating panel, the overlapping area of ​​the ventilation holes and adjusting holes changes, thereby adjusting the ventilation volume. The adjusting component uses a base and rotating panel structure. By rotating the panel to change the overlapping area of ​​the ventilation holes and adjusting holes, precise adjustment of the ventilation volume is achieved. Operation is simple and convenient, and it can quickly adapt to ventilation needs in different seasons (e.g., strong ventilation in summer, weak ventilation in winter) or different weather conditions. The limiting portion of the base prevents the entire base with the rotating panel from being accidentally completely embedded in the vent during installation, which would hinder adjustment. The circumferential arrangement of the ventilation holes and adjusting holes ensures uniform and highly controllable airflow adjustment.

[0012] Furthermore, the mesh assembly is detachably connected to the inner side wall of the housing via a sliding connection structure. This sliding connection structure includes two L-shaped protrusions located on the inner side wall of the housing, symmetrically distributed on both sides of the inner window width. A groove is formed between the L-shaped protrusions and the housing side wall. The two sides of the mesh assembly are slidably connected to the groove along the height of the housing. The mesh assembly can be easily installed and removed by sliding along the height of the housing via the groove formed between the symmetrically distributed L-shaped protrusions and the side wall. This method is simple to operate and ensures even force distribution. The limiting function of the groove prevents the mesh from tilting or falling over, ensuring stable coverage of the inner window and preventing it from falling off during use. This ensures the reliability of the enemy-proof function. The installation and removal process is simple, facilitating regular cleaning or replacement of the mesh assembly and preventing mesh blockage that could affect ventilation or breed bacteria.

[0013] Furthermore, two stepped windows are provided on each of the two side walls along the length of the enclosure. The four stepped windows are distributed in pairs on the two side walls along the length of the enclosure, which makes the ventilation on both sides of the enclosure more uniform and avoids insufficient or excessive ventilation in certain areas. Preferably, the two stepped windows on the side walls are spaced apart along the length of the side walls, and the stepped windows on the two side walls are mirror-symmetrical. This further improves the uniformity of airflow inside the enclosure, and the spaced design along the length direction maintains the structural strength of the enclosure.

[0014] Furthermore, each of the two side walls along the width of the hive is provided with a ventilation opening and a honeycomb opening. Preferably, the ventilation openings and honeycomb openings on the two side walls are mirror-symmetrical. The symmetrical arrangement of the ventilation openings can create convection, improving ventilation efficiency. Combined with the screens on the two side walls along the length of the hive, good ventilation effect can be achieved, meeting the needs of various ventilation conditions. The symmetrical distribution of the honeycomb openings facilitates the entry and exit of bees and does not interfere with the layout of the ventilation openings, optimizing the functional zoning of the beehive, avoiding direct impact of ventilation airflow on the honeycomb openings and affecting the entry and exit of bees, and improving the convenience of beekeeping.

[0015] Furthermore, the cover plate is detachably snapped onto the inner edge of the outer window. When the cover plate is snapped onto the outer window, it fits snugly against the connecting part and the end face of the inner window. The cover plate is directly snapped onto the inner edge of the outer window, and installation and removal require no tools, making operation convenient. The snug fit design between the cover plate and the connecting part and the end face of the inner window enhances the sealing performance, reducing heat loss from the box or intrusion of cold air when the cover plate is closed, thus improving the insulation effect. At the same time, the structure is stable after snapping, effectively preventing the cover plate from falling off during transportation or use.

[0016] Furthermore, a spherical channel opening is provided at the honeycomb opening; the spherical channel opening includes a fixed component and a movable ball, the fixed component being fixedly connected to the edge of the honeycomb opening; the movable ball is rotatably connected to the fixed component, and a cylindrical channel is formed in the middle of the movable ball; when the cylindrical channel is aligned with the honeycomb opening, the honeycomb opening is in the open state; when the cylindrical channel is misaligned with the honeycomb opening, the honeycomb opening is in the closed state. The opening and closing of the honeycomb opening is controlled by the rotation of the movable ball: when the cylindrical channel is aligned with the honeycomb opening, bees can enter and exit normally; when misaligned, the honeycomb opening is completely closed, providing good sealing and effectively preventing external predators from entering the hive or bees from flying out, while also reducing heat loss in low-temperature environments. The rotatable connection structure between the movable ball and the fixed component is simple, flexible in operation, and allows for quick switching of the honeycomb opening state according to breeding needs.

[0017] Furthermore, the upper edges of both sidewalls in the width direction of the hive are provided with multiple upper grooves spaced apart, and the lower edges of both sidewalls in the width direction of the hive are provided with multiple lower protrusions spaced apart, forming lower insertion gaps between adjacent lower protrusions. The upper grooves and lower insertion gaps correspond in position on the horizontal projection plane. The upper grooves and lower insertion gaps are used to install hive frames. The upper ends of the hive frames are provided with positioning protrusions on both sides. The positioning protrusions are engaged in the upper grooves, and the lower ends of the hive frames are engaged in the lower insertion gaps. The upper grooves on the upper edges of the hive sidewalls correspond in position to the lower insertion gaps on the lower edges. The hive frames are engaged in the upper grooves by the upper positioning protrusions and in the lower insertion gaps by the lower ends, achieving stable installation of the hive frames and preventing shaking or tilting during use, thus ensuring the stability of bees building nests and storing honey. The design of multiple upper grooves and lower insertion gaps allows for flexible adjustment of the number of hive frames according to the scale of beekeeping, adapting to the needs of different bee colony sizes. The process of installing and removing hive frames is simple and convenient for inspection or honey harvesting.

[0018] Furthermore, a crossbar is provided in the middle of the bottom surface of the hive. This crossbar is perpendicular to the two side walls along the length of the hive, forming a passageway for bees to move between multiple frames. This passageway provides space for bees to move between different frames. The crossbar's perpendicularity to the two side walls along the length of the hive allows it to adapt to the internal space layout, improving space utilization and ensuring smooth bee movement within the hive.

[0019] Furthermore, symmetrical grip grooves are provided on the lower edges of the outer sides of the two side walls in the width direction of the beehive. These grip grooves are rectangular recesses. The grip grooves on the lower edges of the outer sides of the side walls in the width direction provide convenient leverage points for handling the beehive, conform to hand grip habits, and improve stability and comfort during handling. The grip grooves prevent slippage during handling, facilitating single or double-person collaborative handling, solving the problem of inconvenient handling of traditional beehives, and improving the practicality of the beehive. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of Embodiment 1 of the present utility model;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a top view of the screen window during installation in Embodiment 1 of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 3 This is a front view of Embodiment 1 of the present invention when a screen window is installed but the cover plate is not installed;

[0023] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the adjusting component in Embodiment 1 of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the spherical channel opening in Embodiment 1 of this utility model;

[0025] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the nest frame structure of Embodiment 1 of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of Embodiment 2 of the present invention;

[0027] Figure 8 This is a top view of the screen window during installation in Embodiment 2 of this utility model;

[0028] The reference numerals in the accompanying drawings include: box body 1, cover body 2, stepped window 3, outer window 31, inner window 32, connecting part 33, cover plate 4, mesh assembly 5, vent 6, honeycomb opening 7, filter screen 8, adjusting part 9, base body 91, rotating panel 92, limiting part 93, ventilation hole 94, adjusting hole 95, L-shaped protrusion 10, spherical channel opening 11, fixing part 111, movable ball 112, cylindrical channel 113, upper groove 12, lower protrusion 13, honeycomb frame 14, positioning protrusion 15, crossbar 16, grip groove 17, first side wall 18, second side wall 19, third side wall 20, and fourth side wall 21. Detailed Implementation

[0029] The following detailed description illustrates the specific implementation method:

[0030] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that terms such as "above", "below", "front end", "rear end", "left side", and "right side" are used to indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. Relational terms such as "first" and "second" are only used to distinguish one entity or operation from another entity or operation, and do not necessarily require or imply that such an actual relationship or order must exist between these entities or operations.

[0031] Example 1 is basically as shown in the appendix. Figure 1 As shown, a foam beehive includes a foam body 1 and a cover 2 that fits on the top of the body 1. The body 1 is made of recycled foam injection molding and has a rectangular structure, which is lightweight, low-cost and has good thermal insulation performance.

[0032] The side wall of the enclosure 1 is provided with stepped windows 3. There are four stepped windows 3, two of which are distributed along the length direction on the first side wall 18 of the enclosure 1, and the other two are symmetrically distributed on the second side wall 19 of the enclosure 1 opposite to the first side wall 18. The first side wall 18 and the second side wall 19 are two side walls along the length direction of the enclosure 1. Each stepped window 3 includes an outer window 31, an inner window 32, and a connecting part 33. The inner window 32 is located on the inner side of the side wall of the enclosure 1, and the outer window 31 is located on the outer side of the side wall of the enclosure 1. The size of the inner window 32 is smaller than that of the outer window 31. The outer edge of the inner window 32 is fixedly connected to the inner edge of the outer window 31 by the connecting part 33. The connecting part 33 is integrally formed with the side wall of the enclosure 1, which can enhance the structural strength at the window and prevent local deformation of the enclosure 1.

[0033] The outer window 31 is detachably connected to a cover plate 4. The cover plate 4 is made of foam and its size is adapted to the outer window 31. The cover plate 4 is detachably snapped onto the inner edge of the outer window 31. When the cover plate 4 is snapped onto the outer window 31, the inner side of the cover plate 4 is tightly fitted with the outer end face of the connecting part 33 and the outer end face of the inner window 32 to achieve heat preservation inside the box.

[0034] As attached Figure 2 and attached Figure 3 As shown, a mesh assembly 5 is detachably connected to the inner side wall of the box 1, and the mesh assembly 5 covers the inner window 32. Two L-shaped protrusions 10 are symmetrically provided on both sides of each inner window 32 in the width direction on the inner side wall of the box 1. The L-shaped protrusions 10 are integrally formed with the side wall of the box 1, and a sliding groove is formed between the L-shaped protrusions 10 and the side wall of the box 1. The mesh assembly 5 is composed of a frame and a stainless steel mesh fixed in the frame. The two sides of the mesh assembly 5 are embedded in the sliding groove, and it can slide along the height direction of the box 1 to achieve a detachable connection. Each mesh assembly 5 can completely cover the corresponding inner window 32, which has the functions of ventilation, blocking predators, and preventing bees from flying out.

[0035] Ventilation openings 6 are also provided on the side walls of the housing 1. There are two ventilation openings 6, symmetrically located on the third side wall 20 and the fourth side wall 21 of the housing 1. The third side wall 20 and the fourth side wall 21 are the two side walls in the width direction of the housing 1. The ventilation openings 6 are circular holes, located in the middle of the corresponding side walls. A filter screen 8 is fixed to the inside of the ventilation opening 6 with glue, capable of filtering external impurities and small predators. An adjustment component 9 is provided on the outside of each ventilation opening 6, as shown in the attached figure. Figure 4As shown, the adjusting component 9 includes a base 91 coaxially embedded in the vent 6 and a rotating panel 92 rotatably connected to the outer end face of the base 91. The base 91 is a cylindrical structure with an outer diameter adapted to the inner diameter of the vent 6. A radially extending limiting portion 93 is integrally formed on the outer end face of the base 91. The limiting portion 93 is annular, preventing the base 91 from being completely embedded in the vent 6. Five circumferentially evenly arranged ventilation holes 94 are provided on the base 91. The rotating panel 92 has the same diameter as the base 91 and five adjusting holes 95 with the same number and arrangement radius as the ventilation holes 94. By rotating the rotating panel 92, the overlapping area of ​​the ventilation holes 94 and adjusting holes 95 changes, thereby adjusting the ventilation volume. When they are completely offset (i.e., the overlapping area is 0), the vent is completely closed, resulting in the minimum ventilation volume; when they are completely overlapped, the ventilation volume is the maximum. The symmetrical distribution of the two vents 6 can create convection, improving ventilation efficiency. Optionally, an airflow regulating plug structure can also be used to achieve airflow regulation. The airflow regulating plug has a cylindrical structure, the outer diameter of which is adapted to the inner diameter of the vent. A through hole is opened at the axial position of the airflow regulating plug, and the diameter of the through hole can be set to various specifications. In use, the airflow regulating plug is coaxially embedded in the vent 6. By selecting airflow regulating plugs with different through hole diameters, the ventilation volume can be adjusted in stages.

[0036] The side wall of the housing 1 is also provided with honeycomb openings 7. There are two honeycomb openings 7, which are symmetrically distributed on the third side wall 20 and the fourth side wall 21 of the housing 1. The honeycomb opening 7 on each side wall is located to the lower right of the corresponding ventilation opening 6. Each honeycomb opening 7 is provided with a spherical channel opening 11, as shown in the attached figure. Figure 5 As shown, the spherical channel opening 11 includes a fixing member 111 and a movable ball 112. The fixing member 111 is a cylindrical plastic part with an annular limiting structure. The cylindrical part of the fixing member 111 is embedded in the honeycomb opening 7, and the annular limiting structure abuts against the outer side wall of the box body 1. The movable ball 112 is a plastic ball rotatably connected to the fixing member 111, and a cylindrical channel 113 is opened in the middle of the movable ball 112. When the cylindrical channel 113 is aligned with the honeycomb opening 7, the honeycomb opening 7 is open, and bees can enter and exit normally. When the movable ball 112 is rotated to displace the cylindrical channel 113 from the honeycomb opening 7, the honeycomb opening 7 is closed. The two honeycomb openings 7 are symmetrically distributed, which facilitates the entry and exit of bees and does not interfere with the layout of the ventilation openings 6.

[0037] The upper edges of the third sidewall 20 and the fourth sidewall 21 of the housing 1 are each provided with a plurality of upper grooves 12 spaced apart; the lower edges of the third sidewall 20 and the fourth sidewall 21 are each provided with a plurality of lower protrusions 13 spaced apart, and lower interlocking gaps are formed between adjacent lower protrusions 13. The lower interlocking gaps correspond to the positions of the upper grooves 12 on the horizontal projection plane. The upper grooves 12 and the lower interlocking gaps are used to place the nest frame 14, as shown in the attached figure. Figure 6As shown, the upper end of the nest frame 14 is provided with positioning protrusions 15 on both sides that are adapted to the upper groove 12. The positioning protrusions 15 are engaged in the upper groove 12, and the lower end of the nest frame 14 is engaged in the lower insertion gap to fix the nest frame 14.

[0038] A crossbar 16 is provided in the middle of the bottom surface of the box 1. The crossbar 16 is a foam crossbar 16 integrally formed with the bottom surface of the box 1. The crossbar 16 is perpendicular to the first side wall 18 and the second side wall 19 of the box 1. The crossbar 16 forms a bee movement channel between the bottom of multiple hive frames 14, which facilitates the movement of bees between different hive frames 14.

[0039] Symmetrical grip grooves 17 are provided on the lower outer edges of the third side wall 20 and the fourth side wall 21 of the box body 1. The grip grooves 17 are rectangular groove structures, which are convenient for manual handling.

[0040] Example 2 is basically as shown in the appendix. Figure 7 As shown, the difference between Embodiment 2 and Embodiment 1 is that: only one stepped window 3 is provided on the side wall of the box 1, and only one ventilation opening 6 and one honeycomb opening 7 are opened on the side wall of the box 1.

[0041] A stepped window 3 is provided in the middle of the first side wall 18 along the length direction of the box body 1. The stepped window 3 includes an outer window 31 and an inner window 32. The inner window 32 is located inside the side wall of the box body 1, and the outer window 31 is located outside the side wall of the box body 1. The size of the inner window 32 is smaller than that of the outer window 31. The outer edge of the inner window 32 and the inner edge of the outer window 31 are fixedly connected by a connecting part 33. The connecting part 33 is integrally formed with the side wall of the box body 1, which can enhance the structural strength at the window and avoid local deformation of the box body 1.

[0042] The outer window 31 is detachably connected to a cover plate 4. The size of the cover plate 4 is adapted to the outer window 31. The cover plate 4 is detachably snapped onto the inner edge of the outer window 31. When the cover plate 4 is snapped onto the outer window 31, the inner side of the cover plate 4 is tightly fitted with the outer end face of the connecting part 33 and the outer end face of the inner window 32 to achieve a seal.

[0043] As attached Figure 8 As shown, two L-shaped protrusions 10 are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the inner window 32 in the width direction of the first side wall 18 of the box body 1. The L-shaped protrusions 10 are integrally formed with the side wall of the box body 1, and a sliding groove is formed between the L-shaped protrusions 10 and the box body 1. The mesh assembly 5 is composed of a frame and a stainless steel mesh fixed in the frame. The two sides of the mesh assembly 5 are embedded in the sliding groove, and can slide along the height direction of the box body 1 to achieve detachable connection. The mesh assembly 5 can completely cover the inner window 32, and has the functions of ventilation, blocking natural enemies and preventing bees from flying out.

[0044] A ventilation opening 6 is provided on the third side wall 20 of the box body 1. The ventilation opening 6 is a circular hole located in the middle of the third side wall 20. A honeycomb opening 7 is provided to the lower right of the ventilation opening 6 on the third side wall 20 of the box body 1. The parts not described in this example are the same as those in Embodiment 1.

[0045] Taking Example 1 as an example, the specific implementation process is described as follows:

[0046] In summer, when strong ventilation is needed, remove all cover plates 4, install all screen assemblies 5, and rotate the rotating panel 92 so that the ventilation holes 94 and adjustment holes 95 are completely aligned. At this time, both the screen assembly 5 and the vent 6 of the stepped window 3 reach maximum ventilation, forming a double air inlet. In spring and autumn, depending on temperature changes, retain 2 or 3 cover plates 4, and rotate the adjusting component 9 so that the ventilation holes 94 and adjustment holes 95 partially overlap to balance ventilation and heat preservation. In winter or when heat preservation is needed, install all cover plates 4, and rotate the rotating panel 92 until the ventilation holes 94 and adjustment holes 95 only partially overlap to maintain basic ventilation and reduce heat loss. When not in use, rotate the adjusting component 9 so that the ventilation holes 94 and adjustment holes 95 are completely offset, and install all cover plates 4 to form a completely sealed space to prevent dust and impurities from entering.

[0047] In daily beekeeping, the following methods are used to control bee entry and exit: Rotate the movable ball 112 to fully align the cylindrical channel 113 with the hive entrance 7, ensuring bees can freely enter and exit; rotate the movable ball 112 until the channel is completely misaligned to temporarily close the hive entrance 7. When it is necessary to inspect the comb or collect honey, open the cover 2, lift the frame 14 upwards along the upper groove 12, disengaging its lower end from the lower insertion gap, and then remove the frame 14; when putting it back, align the upper groove with the lower insertion gap to ensure the frame 14 is vertical and stable.

[0048] The above are merely embodiments of this utility model. This utility model is not limited to the field covered by this embodiment. Commonly known structures and characteristics in the solution are not described in detail here. Those skilled in the art are aware of all common technical knowledge in the field prior to the application date or priority date, are able to access all existing technologies in that field, and have the ability to apply conventional experimental methods prior to that date. Those skilled in the art can, under the guidance of this application, improve and implement this solution in combination with their own capabilities. Some typical known structures or methods should not be obstacles for those skilled in the art to implement this application. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make several modifications and improvements without departing from the structure of this utility model. These should also be considered within the scope of protection of this utility model, and will not affect the effectiveness of the implementation of this utility model or the practicality of the patent. The scope of protection claimed in this application should be determined by the content of its claims. The specific embodiments described in the specification can be used to interpret the content of the claims.

Claims

1. A foam beehive, comprising a foam body and a cover that fits over the top of the body, characterized in that: The side wall of the enclosure is provided with at least one stepped window, which includes an outer window, an inner window, and a connecting part. The inner window is located inside the side wall and its size is smaller than that of the outer window. The outer window is located outside the side wall. The outer edge of the inner window and the inner edge of the outer window are fixedly connected by the connecting part. The outer window is detachably connected to a cover plate. A mesh assembly is detachably connected to the inner side of the enclosure side wall, and the mesh assembly covers the inner window. The side wall of the enclosure is also provided with at least one ventilation opening and at least one honeycomb opening. A filter screen is provided inside the ventilation opening, and an adjustable airflow device is provided outside the ventilation opening.

2. The foam beehive according to claim 1, characterized in that: The adjusting component includes a base coaxially embedded in the vent and a rotating panel rotatably connected to the outer end face of the base; the outer diameter of the base is adapted to the inner diameter of the vent, and the outer end face of the base is provided with a radially extending limiting part, the outer diameter of which is larger than the inner diameter of the vent; the base has a plurality of circumferentially arranged ventilation holes; the rotating panel has a plurality of adjusting holes with the same number and arrangement radius as the ventilation holes; by rotating the rotating panel, the overlapping area of ​​the ventilation holes and the adjusting holes changes, thereby adjusting the ventilation volume.

3. The foam beehive according to claim 1, characterized in that: The mesh assembly is detachably connected to the inner side wall of the box via a sliding connection structure. The sliding connection structure includes two L-shaped protrusions located on the inner side wall of the box. The two L-shaped protrusions are symmetrically distributed on both sides of the width direction of the inner window. A groove is formed between the L-shaped protrusions and the side wall of the box. The two sides of the mesh assembly are slidably connected to the groove along the height direction of the box.

4. The foam beehive according to claim 1, characterized in that: Two stepped windows are provided on each of the two side walls along the length of the box.

5. The foam beehive according to claim 1, characterized in that: Each of the two side walls along the width of the housing is provided with a ventilation opening and a honeycomb opening.

6. The foam beehive according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cover plate is detachably snapped onto the inner edge of the outer window. When the cover plate is snapped onto the outer window, the cover plate fits against the connecting part and the end face of the inner window.

7. The foam beehive according to claim 1, characterized in that: The honeycomb opening is provided with a spherical channel opening; the spherical channel opening includes a fixed component and a movable ball, the fixed component is fixedly connected to the edge of the honeycomb opening; the movable ball is rotatably connected to the fixed component, and a cylindrical channel is opened in the middle of the movable ball; when the cylindrical channel is aligned with the honeycomb opening, the honeycomb opening is in an open state; when the cylindrical channel is misaligned with the honeycomb opening, the honeycomb opening is in a closed state.

8. The foam beehive according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper edges of the two side walls in the width direction of the box are provided with multiple upper grooves at intervals, and the lower edges of the two side walls in the width direction of the box are provided with multiple lower protrusions at intervals. Adjacent lower protrusions form lower insertion gaps. The upper grooves and lower insertion gaps are positioned correspondingly on the horizontal projection plane. The upper grooves and lower insertion gaps are used to install nest frames. The upper ends of the nest frames are provided with positioning protrusions on both sides. The positioning protrusions are engaged in the upper grooves, and the lower end of the nest frames is engaged in the lower insertion gaps.

9. The foam beehive according to claim 8, characterized in that: A crossbar is provided in the middle of the bottom surface of the box. The crossbar is perpendicular to the two side walls along the length of the box, and a bee movement channel is formed between the crossbar and the bottom of multiple hive frames.

10. The foam beehive according to claim 1, characterized in that: Symmetrical grip grooves are provided on the lower edges of the outer sides of the two side walls in the width direction of the box. The grip grooves are rectangular groove structures.

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