Beehive made of diffusion-open soft fiberboard
The fiberboard beehive addresses insulation and humidity issues in traditional wooden and polystyrene hives by creating an optimal microclimate, enhancing thermal insulation and honey production while being environmentally friendly.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- DE · DE
- Patent Type
- Utility models
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-03
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-16
AI Technical Summary
Traditional wooden beehives suffer from poor insulation and temperature fluctuations, while polystyrene hives fail to regulate humidity, and both materials are not sustainable.
A beehive made of diffusion-open soft fiberboard with impact-resistant materials and breathable finishes, designed to mimic a natural habitat, providing optimal microclimate regulation and using eco-friendly materials.
The fiberboard beehive offers superior thermal insulation, reduced feed consumption, faster honey drying, and higher honey yields, with improved climate control and resource efficiency.
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Abstract
Description
The invention relates to a beehive made of diffusion-open soft fiberboard
[0001] The dwelling for honeybees is called a hive, and the entire hive, including the bee colony, is referred to as a beehive. Beehives have traditionally been made of wood, and still are today. However, beehives made of polystyrene are also available. A problem with wooden hives is their poor insulation, and they are susceptible to significant temperature fluctuations. While polystyrene hives mitigate these disadvantages, they do not regulate humidity inside the hive. Furthermore, this material is not sustainable.
[0002] The invention is therefore based on the objective of developing a beehive that most closely resembles a natural habitat, creates an optimal microclimate to buffer temperature fluctuations, reduces feed consumption in winter, and fosters very strong colonies in spring without major intervention, resulting in very high honey yields due to these positive characteristics. Furthermore, resource-conserving materials are used that do not end up as hazardous waste at the end of their lifespan.
[0003] To solve this task, diffusion-open soft fiberboard is used.
[0004] The hive boxes (frames) are made from soft fiberboard. The corner joints can be glued, dowelled, or made from a single piece, or any other joining method is applicable.
[0005] The frame supports and the underside of the hive body (where it meets the bottom board) are made of an impact-resistant material such as wood, plastic, or metal. They can also be manufactured from hardened fiberboard. This allows the new hives or frames to be combined with all systems. To protect the fiberboard from weathering and bee damage, the inside and outside are finished with a breathable paint or plaster. Cladding is also possible, preferably with clay plaster on the inside and a lime-quark-skimmed milk-linseed oil mixture on the outside. The fiberboard can also be glued together with the lime-quark mixture. This fully utilizes all the advantages, including the ecological ones. Corner protectors can be attached. The innovative hive wall design can be used with all hive systems, regardless of hive size or construction. Advantages - Diffusion-open - no moldy honeycombs, no moisture in winter - Honey drying is faster - Very good hive climate - Thermal insulation is 3 times better than with wooden hives; it is approximately a U-value of 3 for wooden hives, and approximately a U-value of 1.03 for 35mm soft fiberboard. - Reduced feed consumption in winter protects bees and resources - No significant heating of the interior spaces in summer - Water collectors gather nectar, therefore higher yields - Very good start in spring, large brood nests - no thermal bridges - It can be overwintered over a large area, saving interventions in the spring. - For example, interior clay plaster can be cleaned with a torch. Clay plaster ensures a good indoor climate, humidity and temperature. - no warping, no cracking or splitting - Good sound transmission, e.g., during winter maintenance - Beekeeping can be carried out over large areas, partially eliminating the need for splitting hives.
[0006] Material properties of soft fiberboards: - Bulk density: 270 kg m³ 3 - Compressive strength: 200 kP
[0007] The values may vary depending on the plate thickness and the manufacturer. Explanation for the 3rd drawing Cross-section of hive wall All dimensions and shapes are variable. Reference symbol list 1 frame holder 2 Soft fiberboard 3 Exterior plaster 4. Interior plaster 5 substructure sample hives material: 1 spruce wood 38 mm 2 soft fiberboards 35 mm 3 Lime-quark-linseed oil - skimmed milk paint (plaster) 1.5 mm soaks into the board 4 Clay plaster 5 spruce wood 38 mm