Wooden Wax Cappings Press (30cm)

Technical Features:
• Press basket: 30 cm in diameter, ideal for processing cappings and complete combs.
• Materials: Solid and durable construction to withstand regular beekeeping use.
• Weight: Approximately 43 kg, providing stability and firmness during use.

Possible Uses in Beekeeping:
• Complete Separation of Honey from Cappings: After uncapping, the cappings contain a significant amount of residual honey. This press facilitates the recovery of that honey, maximizing yield and minimizing waste. It also helps dry and clean the cappings, making them ready for further processing.
• Extraction in Warré, Kenyan, and Straw Hives: Ideal for hives without wired frames, such as Warré, Kenyan, or traditional straw hives. Since these combs cannot be extracted using honey extractors, the press enables efficient and careful extraction of all the honey contained within them.
• Multi-Purpose Use: Although designed with beekeeping in mind, this press can also be used to press olives and grapes, adding value through its versatile applications in other artisanal processes.

Educational Process: For those new to beekeeping, it’s essential to understand that cappings—the wax layer that seals the honey cells in the comb—contain a significant amount of residual honey after uncapping. Using a press allows for efficient recovery of that honey while separating wax residues. Once the honey has been extracted, these cappings can be melted in a wax melter to produce blocks of pure beeswax, ready for other beekeeping or artisanal uses. The pressed honey is then ready for consumption or various applications.

In summary, this manual press is a practical and versatile investment for any beekeeper committed to efficient resource use in honey extraction.