A three-layer nest base for preventing nest mites

Abstract

This utility model relates to a three-layer foundation for preventing wax moth infestation, comprising a three-layer foundation structure including an upper foundation wax structure, a lower foundation wax structure, and a middle protective structure incorporating a drug that restricts wax moth survival. The upper foundation wax structure is disposed on the upper surface of the middle protective structure, and the lower foundation wax structure is disposed on the lower surface. Both the upper and lower foundation wax structures have concave and densely packed hexagonal honeycomb cells, with the bottom of each hexagonal honeycomb cell forming a Y-shaped structure. This utility model increases the resilience of the honeycomb and simultaneously exerts a certain degree of toxicity and restriction on the reproduction and growth of wax moths.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of foundation technology, and in particular to a three-layer foundation for preventing nesting insects. Background Technology

[0002] The development of honeycomb foundation can be traced back to the introduction of Italian bees to China. Italian bees are raised using a movable-frame system, which requires the use of foundation to accelerate comb building and allow bees to build comb according to the foundation's size specifications, facilitating beekeeper management and colony inspection. The use of foundation also aids in artificial swarming and honey harvesting, and allows the comb to be reused multiple times. However, when Chinese honeybees decline, it is difficult to maintain the hive, leading to the breeding of wax moths, causing mass mortality of bee larvae, hindering reproduction and development, and resulting in absconding and losses. Furthermore, pesticide treatment can directly contaminate the honey. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide a three-layer honeycomb foundation that prevents wax moths from multiplying, thereby increasing the resilience of the honeycomb. This structure can be used during the breeding stage of bees to kill wax moths and limit their reproduction and growth.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a three-layer foundation for preventing wax moths, comprising a three-layer foundation structure, wherein the three-layer foundation structure includes an upper foundation wax structure, a lower foundation wax structure, and a middle protective structure incorporating a drug that restricts the survival of wax moths; the upper surface of the middle protective structure is provided with the upper foundation wax structure, and the lower surface is provided with the lower foundation wax structure; the surfaces of the upper and lower foundation wax structures have concave and densely packed hexagonal honeycomb cells, and the bottom of the hexagonal honeycomb cells has a Y-shaped structure.

[0005] Furthermore, the three-layer foundation structure is rectangular, square, or triangular in shape.

[0006] Furthermore, the materials used for the upper and lower foundation wax structures are beeswax or paraffin wax.

[0007] Furthermore, the intermediate layer is made of paper, cloth, or bamboo fiber.

[0008] Furthermore, the added drugs are Kangkuan, Chaochongjing, Chaochongqingmieling, or chlorantraniliprole.

[0009] Furthermore, the upper foundation wax structure and the lower foundation wax structure are as follows:

[0010] Both sides have concave and dense hexagonal honeycomb cells, and the bottom of the hexagonal honeycomb cells is a Y-shaped structural layer;

[0011] Or it may have concave and dense hexagonal honeycomb cells, with a Y-shaped structure at the bottom and a planar structural layer on the other side;

[0012] Furthermore, the thickness of the three-layer foundation structure is less than 20 mm.

[0013] Furthermore, the area ratio of the middle protective structure to the upper foundation wax structure and the lower foundation wax structure is 100%.

[0014] Furthermore, the amount of drug used in the paper fiber layer containing the drug is twice the normal dosage.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this invention are as follows: When honeycombs made with traditional foundation are infested with wax moths, pesticides are often sprayed, leaving residues on the foundation surface and affecting honey quality. If left unmanaged, this can hinder bee reproduction, reduce honey production, and even cause bees to abscond, resulting in economic losses. This invention, however, uses a three-layer foundation. It utilizes the wax moth's habit of drilling and burrowing within the honeycomb (wax moths tunnel through the honeycomb like a tunnel boring machine to obtain necessary nutrients). This design provides a passive poisoning effect after wax moths infest, as the pesticides within the middle protective layer kill them, reducing their destructive power and making survival impossible. Simultaneously, the middle protective layer increases the honeycomb's thickness and resilience, reducing the risk of broken combs and honeycomb breakage during beekeeping inspections. The middle protective structure contains medicinal ingredients, and the upper and lower foundation wax structures on both sides isolate it from bees and bee larvae, preventing direct contact with bees and bee larvae and minimizing the impact on the development and growth of bee larvae. Compared with traditional foundations, it has the same appearance but has the function of inhibiting wax moth growth, reducing the workload of beekeeping management. At the same time, the middle medicinal ingredients have very little impact on honey, causing much less direct contamination of honey compared to spraying pesticides to control wax moths. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the overall structure of the three-layer foundation structure of this utility model;

[0017] Figure 2 This is a top view of the hexagonal honeycomb cells of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 3 A graph showing the test results for chlorantraniliprole in honey produced using the foundation material described in this application;

[0019] Figure 4 The image shows a test report on 12 aspects of honey produced using the foundation material of this application, including color, taste, odor, and impurities. Detailed Implementation

[0020] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. For better understanding, the orientation of the present invention is described based on the orientation shown in the accompanying drawings and should not be construed as a limitation of this application; the terms "first," "second," etc., are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0021] Please see Figures 1 to 4 This utility model provides an embodiment: a three-layer foundation for preventing wax moth infestation, comprising a three-layer foundation structure, including an upper foundation wax structure, a lower foundation wax structure, and a middle protective structure containing a drug that restricts wax moth survival. The upper surface of the middle protective structure is provided with the upper foundation wax structure, and the lower surface is provided with the lower foundation wax structure. The surfaces of the upper and lower foundation wax structures have concave and densely packed hexagonal honeycomb cells, with the bottom of the hexagonal honeycomb cells having a Y-shaped structure. The middle protective structure, containing a layer of drug that restricts wax moth survival, is sealed between the upper and lower foundation wax structures. The wax can seal the drug to a certain extent, limiting drug volatilization and preventing contact between bees, bee larvae, honey, and the middle protective structure. Furthermore, before a bee larva matures in each honeycomb cell, it sheds a layer of its skin and remains in the honeycomb opening, further isolating bees, bee larvae, honey, and the middle protective structure. Wax moths like to drill holes in the honeycomb. When the wax moths come into contact with the middle protective structure, they are inhibited by drugs and killed.

[0022] Please continue reading. Figures 1 to 4 As shown in one embodiment of the present invention, the three-layer foundation structure is rectangular, square, or triangular in shape.

[0023] Please continue reading. Figures 1 to 4 As shown, in one embodiment of this utility model, the materials used for the upper foundation wax structure and the lower foundation wax structure are beeswax or paraffin wax.

[0024] Please continue reading. Figures 1 to 4 As shown, in one embodiment of this utility model, the material used for the intermediate layer is paper, cloth, or bamboo fiber.

[0025] Please continue reading. Figures 1 to 4As shown, in one embodiment of this invention, the added drug is Kangkuan, Wax Bug Killer, Wax Bug Eliminator, or chlorantraniliprole. Chlorantraniliprole and similar drugs are non-toxic or have low toxicity to bees and do not affect the normal development of bees. The drug component can be Kangkuan, the most commonly used drug for treating wax bugs in Chinese honeybees. Kangkuan kills wax bugs by activating ryanodine receptors in the insect's muscles, causing the unlimited release of internal calcium ions, preventing muscle contraction, and ultimately causing the pest to stop feeding, become paralyzed, lose vitality, and die. It is a highly effective insecticide, with its main modes of action being stomach poison and contact killing. After contact with the drug, the pest will quickly stop feeding, thus protecting the hive. The growth of the pest will also be significantly inhibited, and it usually dies within 3 days. Figure 3 and Figure 4 The CMA quality inspection report indicates that honey was produced using honeycomb foundation treated with wax moths. Chlorantraniliprole, the main ingredient in this product, was not detected. All other indicators met standards, but the possibility of trace residues cannot be ruled out. Therefore, during the winter honeybee decline period, when bees tend to gnaw on old combs, a layer of moderately toxic pesticide can negatively impact bee reproduction. Low-toxicity or low-dose pesticides should be chosen, with chlorantraniliprole being the optimal choice—a specialized bee-specific pesticide for controlling wax moths.

[0026] Foundation can also be used according to market demand. When beekeepers need to produce honeycomb, they can appropriately reduce the number of wax moth-proof three-layer foundations without affecting the quality of the honey. For example, wax moth-proof three-layer foundations containing medicated paper fiber layers can be installed at the bottom of the honeycomb for the queen bee to lay eggs and hatch larvae. Traditional foundations can be used on top of the honeycomb to produce honeycomb. Alternatively, wax moth-proof foundations can be used throughout the beehive to allow bees to build honeycomb and reproduce. A super can be added to the beehive, and honeycomb made of traditional foundations can be used in the super to produce honeycomb, ensuring the quality of honey production.

[0027] Please continue reading. Figures 1 to 4 As shown, in one embodiment of this utility model, the upper foundation wax structure and the lower foundation wax structure are as follows:

[0028] Both sides have concave and dense hexagonal honeycomb cells, and the bottom of the hexagonal honeycomb cells is a Y-shaped structural layer;

[0029] Or it may have concave and dense hexagonal honeycomb cells, with a Y-shaped structure at the bottom and a planar structural layer on the other side;

[0030] Please continue reading. Figures 1 to 4 As shown, in one embodiment of this utility model, the thickness of the three-layer foundation structure is less than 20mm.

[0031] Please continue reading. Figures 1 to 4As shown, in one embodiment of this utility model, the area ratio of the middle protective structure to the upper foundation wax structure and the lower foundation wax structure is 100%.

[0032] Please continue reading. Figures 1 to 4 As shown, in one embodiment of this utility model, the amount of drug used in the paper fiber layer containing the drug is twice the normal amount. For example, taking the bee-specific drug Kangkuan Nest Insect Cleaner as an example, 15 ml can normally be mixed with 1800 ml of water, which can spray about 500 frames of bees, or about 500 foundation sheets. The first method is to halve the amount of water and spray it on 250 sheets of the paper fiber protective layer in the middle. The second method is to spray it on 250 sheets of the paper fiber protective layer in the middle at the original ratio.

[0033] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and should not be construed as a limitation of this application. All equivalent changes and modifications made within the scope of the patent application of the present utility model should be included in the scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A three-layer nest base for deterring nest mites, characterized by: The nest includes a three-layer foundation structure, comprising an upper foundation wax structure, a lower foundation wax structure, and a middle protective structure containing a drug that restricts the survival of wax moths. The upper foundation wax structure is disposed on the upper surface of the middle protective structure, and the lower foundation wax structure is disposed on the lower surface. The surfaces of the upper and lower foundation wax structures have concave and densely packed hexagonal honeycomb cells, and the bottom of the hexagonal honeycomb cells has a Y-shaped structure.

2. A three-layer nest base for deterring nest robbers according to claim 1, characterized in that: The three-layer foundation structure is rectangular, square, or triangular in shape.

3. The three-layer nest base of claim 1, wherein: The materials used for the upper and lower foundation wax structures are beeswax or paraffin wax.

4. The three-layer nest base of claim 1, wherein: The materials used for the middle protective structure are paper, cloth, or bamboo fiber.

5. The three-layer nest base of claim 1, wherein: The added drugs are Kangkuan, Chaochongjing, Chaochongqingmieling or chlorantraniliprole.

6. The three-layer nest foundation of claim 1, wherein The upper foundation wax structure and the lower foundation wax structure are as follows: Both sides have concave and dense hexagonal honeycomb cells, and the bottom of the hexagonal honeycomb cells is a Y-shaped structural layer; It may have concave and dense hexagonal honeycomb cells, with a Y-shaped structure at the bottom and a planar structural layer on the other side.

7. The three-layer nest foundation of claim 1, wherein: The thickness of the three-layer foundation structure is less than 20mm.

8. The three-layer nest foundation of claim 1, wherein: The area ratio of the middle protective structure to the upper foundation wax structure and the lower foundation wax structure is 100%.

9. The three-layer nest foundation of claim 1, wherein: The amount of drug used in the paper fiber layer containing the drug is twice the normal amount.

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