The Stainless Steel Smoker is a premium bee smoker used by commercial beekeepers in Kenya to calm bees and reduce defensive behaviour during hive inspections and honey harvesting. The stainless steel body is more resistant to rust and corrosion than galvanized alternatives, making it the preferred choice for beekeepers who use their smoker daily or operate in humid coastal and high-rainfall regions of Kenya.
What Is the Stainless Steel Smoker?
A bee smoker is a hand-held device that burns fuel to produce cool smoke, which is directed into a beehive before and during inspections. When bees detect smoke, they interpret it as a fire threat and begin feeding on honey in preparation to evacuate ā reducing defensive behaviour and the likelihood of stings. The Stainless Steel Smoker features a durable stainless steel fire chamber and outer body, leather bellows for controlled smoke delivery, and a wire guard that protects the bellows from direct flame contact. Compared to the Galvanized Bee Smoker at KSh 1,800, the stainless steel model offers superior rust resistance and a longer working lifespan under heavy commercial use. It is compatible with all hive types used across Kenya, including Langstroth Hives and Kenya Top Bar Bee Hives.
What Is the Price of the Stainless Steel Smoker in Kenya?
The Stainless Steel Smoker is priced at KSh 2,400 at Urban Beekeepers in Nairobi. In stock ā no lead time. Same-day delivery within Nairobi. Nationwide delivery available to all major towns. Urban Beekeepers accepts M-Pesa, card, cash and bank transfer payments. Bulk orders available for NGOs and county governments. Call 0797 764 747 or message via WhatsApp.
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Key Features and Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Body Material | Stainless steel ā rust-resistant and heat-tolerant |
| Bellows Material | Leather bellows with wire guard |
| Smoke Output | Cool, controlled smoke. Safe for bees and beekeeper. |
| Hive Compatibility | Langstroth, Kenya Top Bar, and log hives |
| Fuel Type | Dry grass, wood chips, sisal, burlap, cotton rags |
| Wire Guard | Included. Protects bellows from direct flame. |
| Best For | Commercial daily use, coastal regions, humid climates |
| Price | KSh 2,400 |
Who Needs the Stainless Steel Smoker?
- Commercial Farmers: Beekeepers opening hives daily who need a smoker that withstands intensive use without rusting or degrading over time.
- Coastal and High-Humidity Beekeepers: In humid coastal regions of Kenya, galvanized smokers are prone to rust. The stainless steel model resists corrosion and maintains performance in high-moisture environments.
- CBOs and Cooperatives: Shared community equipment needs to be durable. The stainless steel smoker’s longer lifespan makes it a better long-term investment for groups sharing equipment across multiple members.
- NGOs and Development Organisations: A preferred choice for field distribution in coastal and lakeshore regions where humidity accelerates rust on galvanized equipment.
How to Use the Stainless Steel Smoker
- Load the fuel. Pack the smoker loosely with dry fuel ā dry grass, wood chips, or sisal work well. Avoid wet or resinous materials that produce acrid smoke.
- Light the fuel. Light the fuel at the base using a match or lighter. Fan gently with the bellows until the fuel catches and smoke flows steadily from the nozzle.
- Smoke the hive entrance. Direct 2 to 3 puffs of smoke into the hive entrance 1 to 2 minutes before opening to allow bees to begin the feeding response.
- Smoke under the lid. Puff smoke under the lid before fully lifting. Continue applying smoke across the top bars during the inspection as needed.
- Clean after use. Allow the smoker to cool completely before storing. Remove ash from the fire chamber after each use. The stainless steel body can be rinsed with water without risk of rusting.
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 the difference between a stainless steel and galvanized bee smoker?
The key difference is durability and rust resistance. The Stainless Steel Smoker at KSh 2,400 is more resistant to rust and corrosion, making it better for frequent daily use and for beekeepers in humid or coastal regions of Kenya. The Galvanized Bee Smoker at KSh 1,800 is more affordable and suitable for hobbyist or lower-frequency use. Both produce effective smoke for calming bees.
What fuel should I use in a bee smoker in Kenya?
Common and effective smoker fuels in Kenya include dry grass, wood chips, sisal fibre, burlap, dried cow dung, and cotton rags. Avoid wet or green vegetation and never use synthetic materials that produce chemical-smelling smoke, as this can harm your bees.
Is the stainless steel smoker suitable for African honey bees?
Yes. The Stainless Steel Smoker produces cool, controlled smoke effective for calming Apis mellifera scutellata, the African honey bee species found across Kenya. African honey bees are more defensive than European breeds, so consistent smoke application throughout inspections is important.
Does Urban Beekeepers deliver the Stainless Steel Smoker 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.
