The 3-Frame Honey Extractor Machine is a centrifugal extraction tool used to remove honey from Langstroth frames without crushing the comb. It is essential processing equipment for commercial honey farmers, cooperatives, and NGO-supported beekeeping projects in Kenya processing more than 5 hives per harvest. The food-grade stainless steel construction ensures honey purity and compliance with commercial food safety standards.
What Is the 3-Frame Honey Extractor Machine?
The 3-Frame Honey Extractor Machine is a centrifugal honey processing tool used at the extraction stage of commercial beekeeping. It works by spinning uncapped Langstroth frames at speed, using centrifugal force to draw honey out of the cells and collect it at the base of the drum without damaging the comb. Comb-safe extraction means bees spend less energy rebuilding and more time producing honey, significantly improving yield across consecutive harvests. For larger operations managing 20 or more hives per harvest, see the 6-Frame Honey Extractor Machine.
What Is the Price of the 3-Frame Honey Extractor Machine in Kenya?
The 3-Frame Honey Extractor Machine is priced at KSh 35,000 at Urban Beekeepers in Nairobi. In stock ā no lead time. Same-day delivery within Nairobi. Nationwide delivery available. Urban Beekeepers accepts M-Pesa, card, cash and bank transfer payments. Bulk and institutional pricing is available for county governments, NGOs, and cooperatives. Call 0797 764 747 or message via WhatsApp to discuss.
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Key Features and Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Material | Food-grade stainless steel drum and components |
| Frame Capacity | 3 Langstroth frames per extraction cycle |
| Compatible Hive Type | Langstroth hive (standard frame dimensions) |
| Operation Type | Manual (hand-cranked). No electricity required. |
| Honey Gate | Stainless steel honey gate included at base |
| Suitable Scale | 5 to 20 hives per harvest cycle |
| Food Grade | Yes. Meets commercial food processing standards. |
| Price | KSh 35,000 |
Who Needs the 3-Frame Honey Extractor Machine?
- Commercial Farmers: Honey farmers managing 5 to 20 Langstroth hives who need a reliable, food-grade extractor capable of handling multiple harvest cycles per season without requiring electricity.
- CBOs and Cooperatives: Community-based organisations running income-generating beekeeping projects. The manual operation and durable build make it accessible to groups without consistent power access.
- NGOs and Development Organisations: Organisations distributing processing equipment to smallholder beneficiaries across Kenya. Right-sized for individual farm-scale operations.
- County Governments: County agricultural departments equipping farmer groups and demonstration apiaries with standardised commercial extraction equipment.
How to Use the 3-Frame Honey Extractor Machine
- Uncap your frames. Use an Uncapping Tray and uncapping knife to remove wax cappings from both sides of each frame before loading.
- Load the extractor. Place up to 3 uncapped Langstroth frames into the basket, distributing weight evenly to prevent wobbling during spinning.
- Crank and extract. Turn the hand crank steadily ā start slowly for the first 30 seconds, then increase speed. Honey collects at the base of the drum.
- Reverse and complete. Reverse the frames and repeat on the other side. Full extraction takes approximately 5 to 10 minutes per load.
- Drain into a settling tank. Open the honey gate and drain honey into a Settling Tank through a Honey Sieve. Rinse the drum with warm water after use.
Why Buy From Urban Beekeepers?
- Kenya’s best beekeeping equipment shop ā stocking high-quality and genuine beekeeping equipment
- In stock ā same-day delivery within Nairobi
- Nationwide delivery to all major towns across Kenya
- Call or WhatsApp: 0797 764 747
- Trusted by commercial farmers, CBOs, and NGOs across Kenya
- Urban Beekeepers accepts M-Pesa, card, cash and bank transfer payments
Shipping and Delivery
Urban Beekeepers delivers countrywide to Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret, Machakos, Kitengela, Kitui, and all major towns across Kenya. Same-day delivery within Nairobi. Call 0797 764 747 to confirm delivery timelines for your location.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a 3-frame honey extractor used for in Kenya?
A 3-frame honey extractor is used to remove honey from Langstroth frames using centrifugal force without destroying the comb. This allows bees to refill cells faster and increases yield per season. It is the standard extraction method for commercial beekeeping operations in Kenya managing 5 to 20 hives per harvest.
What is the difference between a 3-frame and 6-frame honey extractor?
Processing capacity. A 3-frame extractor processes 3 Langstroth frames per cycle and suits operations managing 5 to 20 hives. A 6-frame extractor doubles capacity per cycle and suits larger operations managing 20 or more hives. Urban Beekeepers stocks both ā the 6-frame model is priced at KSh 65,000.
Does the 3-frame extractor require electricity?
No. The 3-Frame Honey Extractor Machine is manually operated via a hand crank, making it suitable for off-grid rural locations across Kenya where power supply is unreliable.
Is this extractor suitable for a CBO or community beekeeping project?
Yes. It is easy to operate without technical training, durable enough for shared use, and correctly sized for community-scale honey production. It is widely used by NGO-supported beekeeping projects and county agricultural programmes across Kenya.
Does Urban Beekeepers deliver the 3-Frame Honey Extractor Machine outside Nairobi?
Urban Beekeepers delivers countrywide to Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret, Machakos, Kitengela, Kitui, and all major towns across Kenya. Same-day delivery within Nairobi. Call 0797 764 747 to confirm delivery timelines for your location.
