> about 9 hours before emergence.  It is easiest to get into the cell if
> you use wax queen cups.  With a sharp knife, I nearly circumscribe the cell
 
JayZee BeeZee plastic cells are easy to open, even without a knife.  A
slight twist will separate them where the wax meets the plastic cup.
 
A slight twisting pressure will also re-assemble them afterwards.
 
W. Allen
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