On Sat, 7 Dec 1996, Allen Dick wrote:
>
> Using these pillows, I have been experimenting with having an upper
> entrance for wintering right in the front of the telescoping lid.
> 3/4" X 3/4" wood strips are nailed around the outside of the inner
> surface of telescoping lids. A 2" gap is left in the centre at the
> front.
>
> The idea of this ledge is that this supports the weight of the lid
> (plus rocks, or other hives during moves, etc,) so that the
> insulation is not compressed much in the centre. It assures a good
> fit at the edges, and allows for placing pollen patties, grease
> patties, sticks, etc. on the top bars without having the lid teeter
> around.
Very interesting article, Allen. But I am having some trouble visualising
the 3/4 X 3/4 inch strips....and their function. Maybe you could explain
it a bit further...:)
Thanks....:)
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