>>no real difference between brood boxes and honey supers. Also, it cuts down on the number of boxes/combs to extract; although it does increase weight per box. I cant imagine having to extract shallows. It would be almost twice the work. Ian :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: -- Visit www.honeybeeworld.com/BEE-L for rules, FAQ and other info --- ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::