Stainless Steel Honey Tank with Honey Gate

Store, settle, and dispense honey with confidence using the Stainless Steel Honey Storage Tank with Honey Gate from OZBee Beekeeping. Crafted from food-grade stainless steel and equipped with a reliable honey gate valve, this tank is built for beekeepers who demand both hygiene and efficiency. Whether you're harvesting, filtering, or bottling honey, this tank makes the process clean, organized, and professional.

Key Features & Specifications

Detailed Benefits

• Hygienic Storage: Stainless steel ensures that no unwanted tastes or bacteria are transferred—unlike some plastic or untreated metal.

• Effortless Dispensing: The honey gate valve gives you control over flow; perfect for filling jars, bottling tanks, or transferring between containers.

• Preserves Quality: Sealed lid reduces exposure to air & moisture; storing honey properly helps retain its enzymes, aroma, and natural color.

• Reduced Loss & Waste: Smooth interior reduces honey sticking to walls; honey gate avoids overrun or dripping.

• Long-Term Investment: Durable materials and solid construction mean fewer replacements, lower maintenance.

• Scalable Use: Sizes for small extractors to large apiaries—just choose capacity that matches your harvest volume.

How to Use & Care Instructions

1. Clean Before First Use – Wash with warm water, food-safe soap; rinse thoroughly.

2. Filter & Settle – After extraction, pour honey into tank; allow wax/propolis or air bubbles to settle before bottling.

3. Use the Honey Gate for Dispensing – Ensure gate is seated well; use either bucket beneath or direct into jars.

4. Maintain Seal & Lid – Keep lid closed when not in use to avoid bees, insects or dust.

5. Regular Cleaning – After each batch, remove lid, rinse interior with warm water, use non-abrasive tools; dry fully to avoid water condensation.

6. Inspect Valve & Seals – Ensure gate valve gasket remains in good condition; replace if worn to avoid leakages.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Is the stainless steel used food grade and safe for honey storage?
Yes, these tanks are made of food-grade stainless steel (usually 304 or similar), which is non-reactive with honey, acids, or sugars—keeping the product safe and pure.

Q2: Can I leave the tank outside, under sunlight or in hot conditions?
While stainless steel resists heat and weather, it’s best to store in shaded or cool locations. Prolonged sun exposure may cause external heating and risk moisture condensation inside.

Q3: What capacity options are available?
There are typically several size options—smaller tanks (e.g. ~15-20 L) for hobbyist beekeepers, larger ones (50-100 L or more) for medium or commercial use. Choose based on how much honey you harvest per season.

Q4: How does the honey gate valve work, and is it easy to clean?
The honey gate valve (usually plastic or stainless seal) allows controlled release of honey. The valve can be opened/closed easily, and can be disassembled (on many models) for cleaning to prevent clogging.

Q5: Does this tank help with settling / clarifying honey?
Yes. After filtering and pouring honey into the tank, allow some time for air bubbles, wax, or particles to rise. Some models also allow use of settling/inserts to trap solids.

Q6: What about maintenance and durability?
With proper cleaning, sealing, and use, these tanks typically last many seasons. Inspect valves, seals, and hinges or lid joints periodically. Avoid harsh chemicals that could degrade stainless steel or gaskets.