Abstract: A beekeeping apparatus includes a bottom side having an arcuate groove defined therein, the arcuate groove being sized and dimensioned to correspond to the rim of a repository; and a top side including a recessed area defined therein, the recessed area being sized and dimensioned to correspond to a beekeeping frame, and a plurality of generally rectangular openings defined through the recessed area, the rectangular openings each being sized and dimensioned to receive and retain a portion of a beekeeping frame, and collectively being sized and dimensioned to receive and retain portions of different sizes of beekeeping frames.

Abstract: A polymeric frame enclosing a rectangular aperture sized to receive in conforming fit a rectangular foundation panel on which a bee honeycomb is formed. The frame is formed by injection molding as an integral unitary piece with the interior volumes thereof foamed in the course of the molding process so that the exterior surfaces thereof remain smooth and impervious, allowing for easy cleaning and re-use. A plurality of alternatively sloped wedge projections are formed in spaced rows on each interior surface of the foundation panel receiving aperture between which the edges of the panel are captured by flexure relief.

Abstract: A bee cabinet houses a plurality of removable foundation frames in a predetermined space within the cabinet upon which honey bees produce honey comb. By constructing thicker, grooved side bars and a grooved bottom bar, along with a slotted. wedged top bar, the beeswax foundation can be more easily installed. This construction saves the bee keeper a significant amount of time as well as making it more economically viable to provide the bees their preferred substrate on which to build.

Abstract: A foldable beehive foundation frame presented in the form of a book, where hinges achieve the folding together of adjacent frameworks. The foundation is placed between the frameworks and, importantly, when such are closed, the foundation is secured and/or positioned along all four side edges under tension and/or pressure. Corresponding pins-recesses on the frameworks serve to prevent unwanted slipping between the closed frameworks. Spring wire type latches assure the maintenance of the foundation within the frame, where the foundation (sheet) remains straight and secure, and is prevented from warping and/or distortion, as when replacing the foundation, and, also, due to weather conditions. No tools, jigs or the like are required to replace foundation sheets.