I have 100 hives and let gravity and the sun do the separating, by letting
the cappings fall from the uncapper into a black painted tank that is moved
to the sun. Not as efficient as a spinner but far less costly and adequate
for your 40 hives I would think. The loss of honey is compensated for the
minimal investment in equipment.

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       Rick Green
       8 Hickory Grove Lane
       Ballston Lake, NY 12019
       (518) 384-2539
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