Protective round cage or roller for queens that fits into the dome holder. It is used to prevent fights between queens when they are born in a hive or incubator. They are sold individually, the price is per unit.
The round queen cage, also known as a "rulo", is an essential component in the breeding and management of queen bees, designed by the prestigious French company Nicotplast. This innovative device is made of high-quality transparent plastic, allowing beekeepers a clear and direct observation of the queen. Its design integrates a plug equipped with a honey reservoir, ensuring that the queen is well fed during transport, introduction into new hives or hatching.
Features of the Curl:
· Manufacturing: The roller is manufactured by Nicotplast in France, in compliance with the strictest European quality standards. This non-porous plastic makes it easy to clean, and can be easily sanitized by scraping and using high-pressure water (60 °C), and is suitable for disinfection with bleach, allowing it to be reused.
· Compatibility: For the hatching function in the queen rearing hive or incubator use, this roller fits perfectly with the NICOT® Dome Support Block reference CNE2/100 or the Natural Queen Cell Block CNE7 (reference CNE7/100), mounting on the NICOT® Block/Frame Support reference CNE1/100 for a secure and stable fit.
· Functionality: Ideal for hatching queens directly in the queen rearing hive or in an incubator, adding a drop of honey to the plug compartment to nourish them. For transport or introduction of queens, mount the roller on the CNE7 Natural Queen Block, fill it with candy and secure the plug for the journey. Upon arrival at the destination, remove the plug, allowing the queen to exit freely through the passage in the block.
Advantages of the Queen's Curl:
· Easy Observation: Its transparent material allows constant monitoring of the queen's status and activity.
· Versatility: It is useful both for the introduction of queens into orphaned hives, avoiding confrontations, and for their safe transport and controlled hatching.
· Ease of Use: Its intuitive design and easy cleaning make the roller a practical and efficient tool for both novice and experienced beekeepers.
Important Note: For those queen rearing frames with limited space between slats, there is an alternative, shorter model, the NICOT® Special Queen Cage for Incubators with reference CNE4/100. This 19mm model offers a solution adapted to specific needs, guaranteeing versatility and efficiency in queen management.
This "rulo" queen cage is, without a doubt, an indispensable tool for modern beekeeping, providing safety, comfort and efficiency to the process of breeding and handling queens.
