4Bees Cellular / WiFi - Hive Scale – Keep Your Bees in Sight at All Times

The intelligent hive scale for modern and successful beekeeping.

How is the weight of your bee colony developing? When does the nectar flow begin? How much nectar are your bees bringing in, and when is the right time for your next hive inspection or honey harvest?

With the 4Bees Cellular Hive Scale, you can monitor the development of your colonies at any time, no matter where your apiary is located.

The hive scale automatically measures the weight of your beehive and transmits the readings to the 4Bees data server every hour. You can monitor weight changes at any time using the free 4Bees app for Android and iOS or directly through your web browser at www.4bees.eco.

Precise Weight Measurement – Anytime, Anywhere

The 4Bees hive scale reliably measures hive weights from 0 to 150 kg with an accuracy of ± 50 g.

Measurements are recorded automatically and transmitted to the data server every hour. The 4Bees app displays the data clearly in line and bar charts.

This allows you to identify both short-term changes and long-term trends, including:

• Daily nectar intake and the development of the nectar flow.

• Weight gain during the honey flow.

• Consumption of winter food reserves.

• The development of your bee colonies over longer periods.

• Unusual weight changes that may indicate specific events in the apiary.

Manage and Compare Multiple Apiaries

Managing several colonies or different apiary locations? No problem!

With 4Bees, you can manage multiple hive scales within a single user account. Measurements and weight trends from different colonies can be compared directly in the app.

This allows you to see at a glance which colonies are bringing in the most nectar, how different locations are developing and where nectar flow conditions are most favourable.

Understand Weather Conditions and Nectar Flow Development

A special feature of the 4Bees hive scale is the combination of weight measurements with weather information for each apiary location.

You can save the location of your hive scale in the 4Bees app. Based on this location, the app displays current weather conditions and the weather forecast.

Temperature, precipitation and other weather information help you assess nectar flow development and interpret weight changes in relation to the prevailing weather conditions.

The location of your apiary is also displayed on a map, helping you keep track of all your apiary locations, even when managing several sites.

Self-Sufficient and Weatherproof – Designed for Year-Round Operation

The weighing frame is made of high-quality aluminium, making the hive scale particularly robust, durable and weather-resistant.

Power is supplied by a solar panel combined with an integrated rechargeable battery. The stored energy enables fully autonomous operation and can bridge extended periods of poor weather for up to approximately three weeks.

No external power supply is required, and there is no need for regular battery replacement.

This makes the 4Bees hive scale ideal for remote apiaries and continuous outdoor use throughout the year.

Flexible Internet Connectivity – Mobile Network or Wi-Fi

The 4Bees hive scale offers two options for transmitting measurement data:

Mobile Network Connection

The hive scale features an integrated mobile communication module supporting LTE/4G and 3G. If these networks are unavailable, 2G can be used as a fallback.

A SIM card is already included in the delivery. It simply needs to be activated before the device can be used.

Wi-Fi Connection

Alternatively, you can connect the hive scale to the internet via an existing Wi-Fi network. This gives you greater flexibility when choosing the location of your apiary.

Suitable for Different Hive Systems

The robust aluminium weighing platform is suitable for different hive systems. This makes the 4Bees hive scale a flexible solution for a wide range of beekeeping operations.

With its compact dimensions and a weight of just 4.5 kg, it offers a stable yet easily transportable solution for your apiary.

The 4Bees App – Your Digital Beekeeping Assistant

The 4Bees hive scale is part of the 4Bees system. Recorded measurements are stored on the 4Bees data server and can be accessed at any time through the app or web browser.

The 4Bees app combines weight measurements, weather information and location data in one convenient information platform for your beekeeping operation.

One system – many possibilities:

• Automatic hourly weight measurements.

• Graphical display of measurement data.

• Comparison of multiple hive scales and bee colonies.

• Current weather data and weather forecasts.

• Map display of apiary locations.

• Access via Android, iOS and web browser.

Technical Specifications

4Bees – Know More About Your Bees

The 4Bees Cellular Hive Scale combines precise weight measurement with modern connectivity and intelligent data analysis.

You don't just know the current weight of your beehive – you can also track how your colonies develop and understand how external conditions influence their progress.

Fewer unnecessary trips to the apiary. More information. Better decisions.

With 4Bees, you always have your bees in sight!