2 Way Pallet Assembly for Beekeeping

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How I assemble 2 way migratory pallets for beekeeping. I salvage scrap lumber to save some money, but obviously new lumber could be used. This video isn't necessarily about how to keep bees on pallets, this is more focused on how to put them together. I think having a jig like this is beneficial and hopefully someone will benefit from this video. #beehive #honeybee #diy

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@DRIECUTHoney 4 ай бұрын

Cut sheet: Plywood: 33 1/4 x 21 (2x4)s you need 3 cut at 23 (1x3)s you need 2 cut at 33 1/4 Back: (1) @ 3/8 x 3/4 x 31 3/4 Sides and front: (3) @ 3/8 x 3/4 x 19 7/8 Middle: (1) @ 3/8 x 2 1/4 x 18 3/8 Optional, remove some wood on both ends for W clip. This is not critical so you can skip this step if you want. 3/8 can be substituted for 3/4 if you prefer more space under your brood chamber. I prefer 3/8. 3/4 will be easier if you don’t have a good table saw.

@lavenderbridges 3 ай бұрын

Would 1x4 work instead of 1x3?

@DRIECUTHoney 3 ай бұрын

@@lavenderbridges yes, absolutely. 1x3 is just cheap and I had some left over from another project. My pallets are built completely out of scrap and recycled materials.

@lavenderbridges 3 ай бұрын

Thanks! Whatevwr the reason, I’m having a hard time finding one by threes in my area. I didn’t know if structurally it would make a difference and I appreciate the quick response.

@DRIECUTHoney 3 ай бұрын

@@lavenderbridges 1x3 are commonly used for furring strips and are not made from select wood. That’s why they are cheap. 1x4 will work just fine.

@robertstwalley3662 3 ай бұрын

Great video, this is why I watch utube, thank you much. Prepping for more packages in a few weeks and considering I need to move beyond SBB and get on board with the 2 way pallet theme. I know that pallets and lids go together and thinking I am gunna make the leap this year, I'll be watching that next. Thanks again.

@DRIECUTHoney 3 ай бұрын

That’s a good idea, in my opinion. I’ll probably keep a stand at the house, but everything else will go on pallets. I even like sitting mating nucs on them. Eventually I’ll make a pro/con video about pallets. You might find my video about the modified hand truck useful if you haven’t seen it. I move pallets with a modified dolly since I don’t have a fork lift. Thanks for watching

@BartnickFarm 5 ай бұрын

Nice pallet salvage building.

@DRIECUTHoney 5 ай бұрын

Thanks, Bartnick. I appreciate you taking the time to leave a comment

@LawsonsCreekApiary 5 ай бұрын

Havent tries pallets, but may give the two ways a try instead of building more stands. Nice video!

@DRIECUTHoney 5 ай бұрын

They are convenient. You can always elevate them on blocks if you want the height of a stand. Easy to move around with modified dolly. My out yard doesn’t have the best access

@keithfaithful3989 Жыл бұрын

👍I like the way they stack and lock. Good design!

@DRIECUTHoney Жыл бұрын

Thanks Keith. A lot of 2 way pallets, and 4 way, are built similar to these. At least I think so. I haven’t seen much on how to actually put them together. So I figured this might help someone who is starting to consider pallets as they expand to multiple yards.

@TexasBeekeeper Жыл бұрын

Nice job William. Quick and to the point. I like the jigs that you made to help streamline the process.

@DRIECUTHoney Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Blaine.

@BohemiaBees 6 ай бұрын

Solid build video

@DRIECUTHoney 6 ай бұрын

Thanks man! Hopefully it saves somebody a little time, or sparks an idea. I appreciate you taking the time to leave a comment.

@KajunHomestead Жыл бұрын

Great video buddy, nice build

@DRIECUTHoney Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I like pallets more then I expected. Started using them when I set up an out yard. I try to keep some extra on hand for flexibility. Thanks for leaving a comment

@ThatBeeMan 9 ай бұрын

Nice pallets. A very familiar design.

@DRIECUTHoney 9 ай бұрын

Ripped off aspects from a handful of different designs. Pallets are a handy tool

@shawnboutersebouterseurban387 Жыл бұрын

Just subscrbed. Surprised I wasn't already

@DRIECUTHoney Жыл бұрын

Awesome! A appreciate your sub!

@jamesdavis3600 4 ай бұрын

How far on the back and front of your pallets do the 2x4’s extend out from the plywood to create the gap? Thanks.

@DRIECUTHoney 4 ай бұрын

I use 1.25” past on the back side. To be honest I can’t remember why I chose that. If I had a reason I can’t remember. The point is to let air pass through so they don’t overheat in on road. Now I just keep using the same spacing so they are all the same. Sorry I don’t have a more insightful answer lol

@lavenderbridges 4 ай бұрын

@Driecut Honey ... great video for a "not woodworker" like me. Thanks! Do you have a cut list/supply list for this project, by chance?

@DRIECUTHoney 4 ай бұрын

I’ll see if I can make one later today. Thanks for watching

@DRIECUTHoney 4 ай бұрын

I put a cut sheet in the comments, it should be pined at the top. Also check out this video for tips on cutting the plywood portion. Beekeeping hack nobody uses | Stop measuring and start using templates kzfaq.info/get/bejne/r69yiquFlqi2XWw.html

@robertstwalley3662 3 ай бұрын

@@DRIECUTHoney accuracy is good, repeatability is Great. If you are stacking, repeatability is better than accuracy every day IMO. = jigs and stopblocks.

@AngryBearHomestead Ай бұрын

How do you make 3/8" thick strips? I assume rip down wood?

@DRIECUTHoney Ай бұрын

Yes, I run it through my table saw. If you only have a circular saw, you can make a table saw like jig, should be plenty of info online about hacks like that. But a table saw is what I use

@AngryBearHomestead Ай бұрын

What type of wood do you use for those?

@MinnesotaBeekeeper Жыл бұрын

Here is a question. Have you ever seen a double screen board pallet?

@DRIECUTHoney Жыл бұрын

Can’t say I have. Seen screened bottom board pallets. Thinking of stacking smaller colonies for heat?

@MinnesotaBeekeeper Жыл бұрын

@@DRIECUTHoney holy smokes my mistake. I meant screened bottom board pallets not double.

@DRIECUTHoney Жыл бұрын

@@MinnesotaBeekeeper okay, lol yeah I’ve seen pictures, but I prefer solid BB. A lot of my pallets have holes in the because it’s used concrete forms, and I staple #8 over the holes. Bees will close em up. I thought you had a difficult challenge for me. Lol. I actually think I know how I could do it.

@dcsblessedbees Жыл бұрын

Nice and simple, what about one of those mini pallets set up got nucs🤨a 4 in 2, not sure that made sense.🤔And if you ran 4 nucs in a row would you want venting in the bottom so they would have less chance of over heating?

@DRIECUTHoney Жыл бұрын

I believe Ian runs pallets special built nucs. I think they hold 3 nucs and he calls the “nuc batteries” if I’m not mistaken. The are pretty nifty. Each nuc is slanted slightly for drainage since the middle nuc is facing the opposite direction to limit drift. I can do some research and build one if that would help you out. Personally I don’t use screened BB in my area. Some people do.

@dcsblessedbees Жыл бұрын

@@DRIECUTHoney ya that sounds like what I'm thinking, not screened bottom just venting I was thinking if you had 4 the center ones might get hot was all. More or less just bouncing ideas. 🙂

@DRIECUTHoney Жыл бұрын

@@dcsblessedbees they would probably be okay. Some guys will stick coins under the lids to let a little heat escape. I’ve played around with just sticking a twig under the corner of a lid. I just wonder if sometimes it might not be what they need? Now days I’m more inclined to just let them regulate the space best they can. Maybe dark paint wouldn’t be ideal. However dark is better early season when they need heat. Always trade offs lol

@dcsblessedbees Жыл бұрын

@@DRIECUTHoney ya it's all ways a balance. Have a good night.