Drum Lifting
In numerous industries and manufacturing contexts, drums are vessels that are widely used for the storage and transportation of liquids or powders.
Often, these substances can be hazardous or otherwise complicated to move and store. Furthermore, the size, weight and shape of these drums can make them difficult – or even in some cases, dangerous – to be handled manually.
Drum lifting equipment is precisely engineered to lift and move these drums, in the most secure and safe way possible. As a result, these specialist solutions are helping businesses across the UK to dramatically improve their operational safety and efficiency.
At H&S Lifting, we are one of the UK’s leading suppliers and installers of commercial lifting solutions, including drum lifting solutions that are tailored to suit a wide range of different applications. We work with businesses of all sizes and contexts, to develop dependable lifting solutions to suit their precise requirements.
Bespoke Drum Lifting Equipment
Drum lifting equipment is a type of specialist lifting equipment, which is specifically engineered to raise, lower, transport and position drums, removing the need for them to be handled manually.
This equipment can lift drums vertically from the top, by gripping them from the side, or by supporting them (using vacuum systems, or a pneumatic or mechanical clamp). This ensures efficient and safe lifting for all drum types and shapes.
Drum Lifter Solutions for all industries
Drum lifting equipment is used across a wide range of sectors and site types, including:
- Chemical processing plants
- Distribution centres
- Warehouses
- Manufacturing facilities
- Food and beverage production
- Pharmaceuticals
- Waste management
These solutions are invaluable in sites where:
- Operators may be exposed to hazardous materials (in the event of spills or leaks)
- Damage to the drum would pose a safety risk
- The drums may be exceedingly heavy
- There is a high frequency of drum lifting or movement required
- Drums are uneven or otherwise difficult to lift
System facts and capabilities
Drum lifting systems can be engineered to accommodate a broad range of weights – with fibre drum lifters able to handle loads of up to 100kg. Then, heavier-duty systems can be designed, which can lift even more than this.
These systems can also be designed to lift drums of all shapes and sizes. Common drum types – which these solutions cater for – include:
- Plastic drums
- Fibre drums (light duty)
- Steel drums (heavy duty)
- Plastic containers
Then, depending on the type of drum and its material, the lifting equipment can be customised to facilitate lifting from the top and/or the side, palletising and/or depalletising, and controlled pouring.
Other key parts of the machine can also be tailored, to suit the operating environment. This includes lift heights, attachment methods and safety features.
Vacuum suctions can also be added, to enable vacuum lifting. Vacuum lifting uses controlled suction to raise and lower drums smoothly and securely, minimising human effort and any risks involved.
The Benefits of Drum Lifting Equipment
Drum lifting equipment unlocks numerous critical benefits, including:
- Protecting your workforce, by significantly reducing the risk of manual handling injuries (e.g. back strain)
- Minimising the likelihood of dropped or damaged drums
- Increasing operational efficiency
- Helping organisations meet legal requirements, especially those regarding health and safety regulations
At H&S Lifting, we design, install and maintain customised drum lifting solutions.
Whatever the nature of your operations, we can work with you to design tailored equipment that is engineered to support your exact drum types, drum weights, site layout and any other unique working conditions.
To learn more about our tailored drum lifting solutions, speak to the H&S Lifting team today.