I have tried many different hive stands over the years.  Be evolution, and
with the help of others on this list, I now use pressure treated 4 X 4 on
the ground, with plain pine 2 X 12's (stringers) above.  The 2 X 12's are
spaced 16" apart, and are 48" long.  They are held together with one spacer
at each end.  The spacers are fastened to the stringers with 3" coated deck
screws.  The total height is just about 14".  Add 12" or so for a bottom
board and deep, and most of the time a beekeeper is working at 26" or
higher...a good height.

I don't often move my bees so the above is fine.  If I were to move my bees
often I would fasten the 4 X 4's to the 2 X 12's and the spacers to the
stringers with galvanized or stainless lag bolts.

Hope this helps.
Lloyd
Lloyd Spear, Owner of Ross Rounds, manufacturer of comb honey equipment
for beekeepers and Sundance pollen traps.
http://www.rossrounds.com
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