ISI Bee Box (BIS Standard Beehive)

The ISI Bee Box is a standardized wooden beehive manufactured as per BIS (ISI) specifications, designed for scientific beekeeping and effective management of Indian honey bees (Apis cerana). This hive follows nationally recommended dimensions to maintain proper bee space, ensuring smooth movement of bees, healthy brood development, and efficient food storage.

Constructed using seasoned, beekeeping‑grade timber, the ISI bee box is durable, weather‑resistant, and suitable for long‑term use in farms, gardens, plantations, and apiaries. The hive is designed with a movable frame system, allowing easy inspection, colony management, and honey harvesting without damaging the comb.

ISI Bee Boxes are widely used in government programs, agricultural departments, training centres, and cooperative beekeeping projects due to their uniform design and interchangeability of parts.

Key Features

• Manufactured as per ISI / BIS beehive standards
• Designed for Indian honey bees (Apis cerana)
• Maintains correct bee space for colony health
• Movable wooden frames for easy inspection
• Durable wooden construction suitable for Indian conditions

Components

• Floor board with entrance
• Brood chamber with wooden frames
• Super chamber (where applicable)
• Top cover

Suitable For

• Scientific beekeeping and apiary setup
• Government and institutional supply
• Farmer, SHG, and training programs
• Garden and agricultural pollination

Handling & Maintenance

• Requires basic beekeeping knowledge
• Periodic inspection and seasonal management recommended
• Protective gear advised during handling

Important Information

• Bee box supplied without honeybee colony unless specified
• Availability may vary based on production
• Installation should follow standard beekeeping practices