"the whole slab of comb and brood could/did break and fall out during inspection, even when well attached at the top.""
Further to this observation, solutions are to use frame hanger that clips to the end of a box to rest removed frames so they hang perpendicular( mann lake #HD650 - havent used this so dont know if it will fit Canadian boxes using 7/8" stock)  2) make a conscious effort to hold the bottom edges of the comb when tilting the frame
Greg Hawkins
Everton, ON
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