Live Hive Equipment Swap - How to Change Out Old Boxes - Video

This video highlights the process of maintaining beekeeping equipment by replacing a damaged hive box while the box is in use. In this video Blake Shook shows the steps involved, including selecting a warm day, using smoke to calm the bees, and carefully transferring frames to a new box while keeping their original order to minimize disruption. If salvageable, the old box can then be repaired and stored as a spare for future use. This routine ensures the beekeeping equipment remains in good condition and the bees are not overly disturbed during the process.