Drum Handling Equipment: Enhancing Safety and Efficiency Across Industries
Efficient and safe drum handling is essential in industries where heavy or hazardous materials are stored and transported in drums. At Liftruck UK, we offer a comprehensive range of drum handling equipment tailored to diverse needs, ensuring operational efficiency and workplace safety.
Industries That Benefit from Drum Handling Equipment
- Chemical Industry: Safely handle hazardous and corrosive materials stored in steel or plastic drums, minimising spillage and operator risk.
- Food and Beverage Industry: Transport liquid ingredients, oils, or syrups with hygiene-compliant drum handling solutions.
- Pharmaceutical Industry: Ensure secure handling of sensitive or hazardous pharmaceutical ingredients stored in drums.
- Oil and Gas Sector: Move and dispense fuel, lubricants, or chemicals used in production and maintenance processes.
- Manufacturing and Warehousing: Streamline production lines by efficiently moving raw materials or waste stored in drums.
- Recycling and Waste Management: Safely handle and transport waste drums or recyclable materials for processing.
Key Drum Handling Products and Features
- Forklift Drum Grab (LTFDH-1): Automatically grips drums for secure transportation, reducing manual handling risks. Ideal for high-volume drum handling operations.
- Hydraulic Drum Truck (LTFDHDT250): Effortlessly picks up 210-litre steel drums with hydraulic lift, featuring oversized rollers for easy manoeuvrability.
- Grab-O-Matic Base Gripper (LT1-DLR-BG): Designed specifically for handling open-top or egg-shaped drums, ensuring a secure grip for safe transport.
- Grab-O-Matic Drum Rotator (LTSC10): Provides controlled dispensing of drum contents with a hand-operated gearbox for precision, ensuring no spillage during operations.
- Universal Drum Grab (LTFDH-1): Handles both steel and plastic drums, making it a versatile solution across multiple applications.
Advantages of Using Drum Handling Equipment
- Enhanced Safety: Reduces manual handling, lowering the risk of injuries and accidents. Features such as secure clamps, automatic grips, and controlled rotation mechanisms ensure safe operation.
- Increased Efficiency: Streamlines workflows, allowing operators to lift, transport, and dispense drums quickly and accurately, leading to improved productivity and time savings.
- Versatility: Designed to handle various drum types, including steel, plastic, and Mauser drums, catering to diverse operational needs.
- Durability and Reliability: Constructed from high-quality materials, these attachments are built for long-term use in demanding environments.
- Compliance with Regulations: Tested and certified to meet Health & Safety Regulations, ensuring peace of mind for operators and employers.
- Cost-Effective Solutions: Investing in durable, multi-functional attachments can reduce labor costs, minimise downtime, and extend equipment lifespan.
Why Choose Liftruck UK for Drum Handling Equipment?
With decades of expertise in material handling equipment, Liftruck UK offers a comprehensive range of drum handling solutions designed for safety, efficiency, and reliability. Our products cater to various industries, ensuring that every drum is transported, lifted, and dispensed with precision and ease.
Explore our full range of drum handling equipment on our Drum Handling Equipment page.
Contact Us
For personalised recommendations or inquiries, contact us at info@liftruck.co.uk or call 0800 458 8025.
