A modification of the Stewarton boxes was proposed by Mr. Tegetmeier,
who adopted the square forms instead of the octagonal, and which
certainly has this advantage over its prototype, that the moveable
bars will fit any place in any box. The Stewarton may be described as
consisting of two or more storifying-boxes, each furnished with seven
loose bars to which the combs are attached. These are kept in their
places by eight slides, which, when in position, render the loose
bars perfect fixtures, so that the boxes may be inverted without the
bars or slides losing their position. The size of Mr. Tegetmeier's
boxes was originally 11-3/4 inches square inside, and of two sizes in
depth--viz., 7 inches and 5 inches, but now he recommends them to be
13-1/2 inches square inside by 11 inches deep, each containing eight
frames.
The plan of working the Stewarton and Tegetmeier boxes is the same. A
very strong swarm, or two weak ones, are placed in two boxes, and when
these are well filled, as may be seen by looking through the window
behind, a honey box or glass is placed over, and communication made by
withdrawing the slides.