The Crimp-Wired Wax Foundation is secured with vertical wires for increased strength and support.Wax is delicate so we cannot be responsible for wax breakage during shipping. We are happy to ship frames assembled with wax as carefully as possible at your request and risk. THIS IS FOR AN ASSEMBLED DEEP SIZE FRAME OR BROOD BOX.THESE FRAMES ARE GLUED, STAPLED, AND WIRED!WE BUILD THESE RIGHT IN OUR WORKSHOP.PRICING IS FOR 10 ASSEMBLED FRAMES.Contact us if you need assistance. Please provide positive feedback. We are A family owned Business. If there are any issues, please advise us so we can make it right for you! Don’t Tell others before you talk to us because we aim to make it right. We Take Pride in our 100% Rating. Thank You BEE HAPPY