Our local ---keepers Association is considering purchasing a steam wax extractor to be used by the members. Initial investigations show that there are two basic designs:
1.) a large stainless steel drum into-which frames are placed to be melted;
2.) A steam-generator which is connected by a hose to a hive-roof which is then placed over the brood-box while a metal tray is placed below the brood-box to collect the melted wax.
There appears to be no significant difference in cost between the two designs, and I can see advantages and disadvantages to both. Is there anybody who has experience of using either type that could please advise us which is the better design?
Many thanks.
1.) a large stainless steel drum into-which frames are placed to be melted;
2.) A steam-generator which is connected by a hose to a hive-roof which is then placed over the brood-box while a metal tray is placed below the brood-box to collect the melted wax.
There appears to be no significant difference in cost between the two designs, and I can see advantages and disadvantages to both. Is there anybody who has experience of using either type that could please advise us which is the better design?
Many thanks.