E8 Honey Extractor - 8 Frame Motorized
E8 Honey Extractor - 8 Frame Motorized
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Estimated restocking date is approximately the 1st week of October
We've drastically improved our E8 series with this new 2nd generation model! Featuring improved construction and a BOTTOM DRIVE design, the new E8 stands head and shoulders above any other extractor in its class!
We're turning honey extracting "upside down" with this updated machine! Instead of mounting the motor and drive system up on top, we've moved it down underneath. This design brings major benefits: lower center of gravity for BETTER BALANCE, way easier loading/unloading of frames thanks to wider lids and a narrower top bar, and a cleaner overall look.
The E8 also boasts our very popular Ez-Drain tank design that sets HillCo extractors apart from the rest! The tank floor slopes toward the honey gate, moving the honey towards the drain, and the drain itself is mounted flush with the tank floor, for easy, effortless draining of the honey into your bucket. No mess, no fuss, the way it should be!
Design and final assembly in USA by HillCo!
Other specs and features:
- Extracts 8 medium frames radially, or 4 deeps tangentially
- 22 Gauge, type 304 food-grade stainless steel tank and components
- Proven HillCo PowerMax drive system: an industrial grade motor, gearbox, and controller that are bottom mounted for smooth, quiet and reliability. It's a great combination of simplicity and refinement.
- 3 year, no hassle, top to bottom warranty: every part of this machine is backed by HillCo and guaranteed to last. We'll back it 100% for 3 years, the best warranty in this industry!
- Greaseable upper bearing
- 5 gallon bucket fits below the honey gate
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Approximate assembled dimensions:
- Height 39.5"
- Tank width 20.5"
- Footprint 26" wide (outside of feet)
- Approximate assembled weight: 56 pounds
*The Small size Spring Feet Kit will work with this extractor (sold separately)*
Manual:
E8 BOTTOM DRIVE MANUAL
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This is a very bougie upgrade for me, much better than my hand crank for frame extractor. I added the shock absorbing feet and it’s super easy to use and doesn’t bounce around at all. Highly recommend. It’s also super quiet and makes extracting super easy
I love it for extracting super frames. It's wonderful. However, I can't seem to extract deep frames. They are plastic foundation deep frames. I start off slow. Still, it blows out the deep frames every time.
I bought this extractor at the 2026 summer NCBA conference with the feet springs. Best investment yet. Very quiet, quick, and the springs keep it in place. I am very pleased with this product!
Very happy with this product.
The Hillco E8 motorized extractor has earned a permanent place in my apiary, and honestly, it’s become the piece of equipment everyone in my beekeeping circle envies. Hillco took an already solid design and made smart, meaningful updates that genuinely improve the extraction experience.
The standout upgrade is the motor placement. By shifting the motor off the top and giving the extractor a clean, open frame-loading area, Hillco solved one of the most persistent annoyances in hobbyist and small‑scale commercial extraction. The extra space makes it effortless to drop frames in without angling, bumping, or worrying about knocking into the motor housing. It’s a small change with a big impact, and it makes the extractor feel more premium and more thoughtfully engineered.
The canted bottom is another win. Instead of honey pooling flat and forcing you to tilt or scrape, the angled base naturally funnels honey toward the gate. It speeds up bottling, reduces waste, and keeps the workflow smooth. You can tell this was designed by someone who actually extracts honey and understands the rhythm of the process.
And then there are the springy feet—an accessory I didn’t know I needed until I had them. They absorb vibration, keep the extractor stable, and add a touch of clever engineering that makes the whole setup feel refined. They’ve become such a talking point that my apiary is now the most admired in my beekeeping community. People notice them immediately, and they’re always impressed.
Finally, Hillco’s customer service deserves real praise. The owner is easy to reach, quick to respond, and genuinely forthcoming with information. Whether it’s clarifying a detail, offering guidance, or simply checking in, the communication feels personal and invested. It’s rare to find a company where you feel like you’re talking to someone who cares about your success as a beekeeper.
