LINGMAN 10% BTMAC Solution - Beehive Disinfection and Cleaning

LINGMAN 10% BTMAC Solution (Benzyltrimethylammonium Chloride Solution) focuses on beekeeping hygiene and disinfection. Setting up a regular cleaning and sterilization schedule can be extremely helpful. Regular cleaning and sterilization can also prevent the buildup of pathogens.

Originally used in livestock facilities, this upgraded formula has been tested and adapted for apiary use. Beekeepers typically begin by removing debris from all nooks and crannies of the hive. Then, they use heat sterilization methods such as torching or boiling. Our BTMAC is a chemical method that further disinfects the hive.

How LINGMAN BTMAC Works?

BTMAC is a cationic surfactant. It can swiftly break down biofilms on the surfaces of microorganisms so as to kill pathogenic organisms. As a disinfectant, BTMAC eliminates bacteria, fungus, and parasites. Regular use of BTMAC in beekeeping improves hive hygiene and guards against foresight bee disease. It is the ideal expert working on bee farms without leaving harmful residues.

Suggested Uses in Beekeeping

1. Sterilize Bee Equipment and Clean Beekeeping Tools.

● This entails cleaning the equipment, bee frames, hive boxes, smokers, etc..

● Dilution: Mix 2 ml of BTMAC solution with 200–300 ml of water.

● Method: To get rid of viruses and germs, fully submerge dismantled hive parts, honey processing tools, and bee frames.

2. Bee Colony & Apiary Environment Disinfection

● Dilution: Mix 2 ml of BTMAC solution with 500–600 ml of water.

● Method: For three days in a row, softly spray the bodies of the bees and the surfaces of the hive once a day.

● Coverage: Each cycle treats approximately 40–50 frames of bees.

3. Sanitizing Bee Feed to Prevent Hidden Pathogens

● Mix 2 ml of BTMAC solution with 4 kg of pollen or honey before you feed the bees.

● The process aids in feed disinfection and honey bee illness prevention from pathogens.

Standard Disinfection of Livestock and Poultry Houses

● Livestock Houses: spray at a dilution of 1:30.

● Immersion of equipment: 1:100–150 dilution.
We don't usually set any time limit for withdrawals for this.

Important Notes & Safety Precautions

● Do not mix with soap, phenols, phosphates, acids, or iodides.

● Avoid direct contact with honey bees when applying concentrated solutions.

● Use protective gloves and masks when you handle it.

● Store in a cool, dry area, away from direct sunlight.

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