Hello All,
Hello All,


I have read with interest the option of wax dipping and  agree that
wax dipping should work.  But the fire risk would be  great and I
don't have  enough wax or the gear to wax dip.

I cant see Chlorine working too well as the organic matter in the
wood would neutralize it almost immediately or the wood will
protect the spores.

Is there any data on commercial sanitisers such as Quaternery
ammonium compounds, Per Acetic acid, etc.

Some of these have a longer life than chlorine, and can be more
effective against spores.  But what is the effect on the bees if it is
residual?

I know companies like Ecolab, Diversey etc have lists of sanitisers
and their effectiveness against specific bacteria, but I am not in
contact with them much these days.

Any thoughts appreciated.


Andrew