'Sting-proof' suit for beekeepers developed

[Still Waters]

A Welsh farmer and beekeeper is to launch a bee suit for honey producers that he claims is “virtually sting proof”.

Ian Roberts was spurred into action when a beekeeper friend developed a life-threatening allergic reaction after being stung.

He hopes his Sentinel Pro 3D Bee Suit will end the “nervousness” that many beekeepers get even when fully kitted up.

“Bees can sense when you are nervous and having a suit which is virtually sting proof is a confidence builder.”

https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/local-news/welsh-farmer-develops-sting-proof-14433142

[Dark_Grey]

"Virtually" sting-proof. I feel sorry for the guy who had to test the prototypes

[Still Waters]

29 minutes ago, Dark_Grey said:

"Virtually" sting-proof. I feel sorry for the guy who had to test the prototypes

They're already in use.

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The suit is being used by horticulture students at the National Botanic Garden of Wales in Carmarthenshire.

Traditional beekeeping suits do not claim to be sting-proof, but when worn with other layers, offer a degree of protection.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-south-west-wales-43488461