> Maxant Uncapping Plane ... third heating element ... foot control to turn
it off....
Perhaps this is the problem, the constant on/off action (SWAG).  I used to
use an uncapping plang (before my Cowen Silver Queen) and never had a
problem.  I would leave it on constantly, resting in the cappings to avoid
overheating between frames.

> harvested a super of very dark honey.
My guess is Knotweed or Japanese Bamboo (Latinus unknowtous).  Lots in the
archives.  It is an exotic invasive commonly found in damp areas, blooming
right now in upstate NY, produces copious amounts of dark, reddish, pleasant
honey.

Aaron Morris - thinking winter is just around the corner.

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