Cleaning Frames ?

[guyross]

A friend saw I needed supers. He was downsizing so he gave me nineteen with frames. I am going to put in new foundation after cleaning them up. They have slotted bottom bars that are packed with wax. What is the best way to remove it?

[snl]

I'd put them in hot water just long enough to melt the wax. Could try a heat gun......but be careful as wax burns....

[BeeKeep]

I use the Maxant hive tool and scrape / slice each bar. Most of the wax falls out the rest I was able to push through with the Maxany.

[Ski]

This frame cleaning tool has an end like a straight screw driver but the handle is offset. I find it great for cleaning the frames that have split bottoms. Should work on grooved as well.

http://www.brushymountainbeefarm.com...oductinfo/700/

[johnblagg]

I put mine in the freezer and scrape em while they are cold ...

[whiskers]

keyhole saw?
Bill

[fish_stix]

Frame cleaner from all the suppliers or make your own from 1/8" square key stock from the hardware store.