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Overhead Drum Rotator (Universal Band)

DRU02

The unique Overhead Drum Rotator uses our trademark variable band, accommodating drums from as small as 50 litres right up to 220 litres, whether steel, plastic or fibre. Our rim-locking device provides a second securing method, eliminating any risk of the drum slipping while being decanted.

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Crane hoist drum tipper decanting 50-220 litre drums Image of the overhead drum tipper hanging from a overhead crane Overhead crane tipper decanting a 200 litre steel barrel Front facing image of the overhead drum rotator

DRU02

The unique Overhead Drum Rotator uses our trademark variable band, accommodating drums from as small as 50 litres right up to 220 litres, whether steel, plastic or fibre. Our rim-locking device provides a second securing method, eliminating any risk of the drum slipping while being decanted.

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Key product features

Universal drum band

Image over the crane overhead drum tipper handling 50 litre and 200 litre MAUSER drums

Universal drum band

Our drum band is unique in the drum handling industry. With our stainless-steel band, you can handle steel, plastic or fibre drums from 50- to 220-litres. Simply adjust the variable band to the size of the drum and secure the drum with the ratchet and polyester strap.

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Rim-clamp securing system

Image of a 200 litre MAUSER drum decanting with extra security of a rim clamp

Rim-clamp securing system

The drum rotator comes with a rim-locking device, which attaches to the lip of the drum to add a second level of security. This allows you to safely handle a vast range of drums, some of which cannot be handled by other equipment on the market.

Self-locking gearbox

Close up of a manual gearbox on the crane hoist drum rotator

Self-locking gearbox

All of our drum rotator models include a high-quality self-locking rotational gearbox. This makes sure that when you’re handling drums they always remain under control and never self-rotate. The base model is operated by hand but we can also provide units with power rotation.

Sliding pivot

Image of the sliding stainless steel pivot of the overhead drum tipper allowing you to use 50-200 litre drums

Sliding pivot

The clamping band comes with a sliding pivot, allowing you to quickly adjust the diameter of the band to fit various drum sizes. This is especially useful if you work with a variety of drums in your process.

Large lifting pin and fork pockets

Drum tipper attatchment for forklift emptying a 200 litre plastic drum

Large lifting pin and fork pockets

With multiple pick-up points, the DRU02 is a great choice if you need a versatile drum rotator.  When you’re using an overhead crane the large lifting pin provides a secure fixing point, while fork pockets allow you to mount the unit on a forklift truck.

Drum suitability

Varying sizes of drums that can be accommodated by this ATEX forklift drum tipper attachment

Drum suitability

Our Overhead Drum Rotator is suitable for a wide range of drum types, sizes and materials. For a detailed list of compatible drum types, see the drum suitability document below.

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ATEX / UKEX-certified for gas and dust zones 1, 2, 21 and 22 (optional)

Stainless Steel ATEX crane drum tipper decanting a steel 200 litre drum

ATEX / UKEX-certified for gas and dust zones 1, 2, 21 and 22 (optional)

We can provide a fully-certified 'Ex' rated overhead drum tipper for use in hazardous zoned areas. Our DRU02-SS-Ex is constructed from 304-grade stainless steel, this eliminates any thermic-strike risk. This model is suitable for gas and dust areas: Zone 1, 2, 21 and 22. All our ATEX / UKEX drum handling equipment is supplied with a manufacturer’s Declaration of Conformity which demonstrates compliance with the directives and relevant British and ISO Standards

Specification

DRU02 Overhead Drum Rotator (Universal Band)

  • Safe working load (SWL)

    350kg

  • Drum compatibility

    Steel and plastic drums, 50-220 litres (incl. MAUSER drums)

  • Band assembly

    Segmented adjustable/universal band with 50mm stainless steel ratchet and polyester strap

  • Additional drum securing

    Rim clamp included which grips the top edge of the drum preventing slippage

  • Rotation gearbox

    Worm-wheel, self-locking with  120:1 ratio and manual handle

  • Construction

    Mild steel chassis, stainless steel rotator band assembly

  • Metal preparation

    Grit blasted mild steel, aqua blasted and vibro-polished stainless steel parts

  • Surface finish

    Primer and polyester powder coated mild steel, stainless steel is smooth and clean 

  • Powder coat colour

    RAL 5010 (blue)

  • Compatible with forklift truck

    Yes, fork pockets included

  • Compatible with overhead crane

    Yes, large lifting pin

  • Compliance

    CE / UKCA 

DRU02-SS-Ex ATEX / UKEX Overhead Drum Rotator (Universal Band)

  • Safe working load (SWL)

    350kg

  • Drum compatibility

    Steel and plastic drums, 50-220 litres (incl. MAUSER drums)

  • Band assembly

    Segmented adjustable/universal band with 50mm stainless steel ratchet and polyester strap

  • Additional drum securing

    Rim clamp included which grips the top edge of the drum preventing slippage

  • Rotation gearbox

    Worm-wheel, self-locking with  120:1 ratio and manual handle

  • Construction

    Stainless steel chassis and rotator band assembly 

  • Metal preparation

    Aqua blasted and vibro-polished stainless steel parts

  • Surface finish

    Smooth clean stainless steel finish

  • Powder coat colour

    N/A

  • Compatible with forklift truck

    Yes, fork pockets included

  • Compatible with overhead crane

    Yes, large lifting pin

  • Compliance

    CE / UKCA

    ATEX / UKEX (zones 1, 2, 21, 22)

Optional features

ATEX / UKEX option

We can offer an ATEX / UKEX version of this drum rotator model, suitable for use in zone 1, 2, 21 and 22 environments.

Stainless-steel model

We can offer a range of stainless finishes on this unit to make it suitable for clean rooms as well as good manufacturing practice (GMP) areas.

Fixed-size drum band

If you’re only handling 200- to 220-litre steel and plastic drums, our fixed over-centre drum band makes securing and handling drums quicker.

Load cell weighing system

We are able to offer an Overhead Drum Rotator with an integrated load-cell. Weigh drums at the same time as you decant from them using the unique system.

Sale or return

In the UK we can supply certain equipment on a sale-or-return basis, meaning you can use a unit on-site for seven days with no obligation to buy it once the trial period is up. Find out more here.

Overhead Drum Rotator (Model: DRU02) - Universal Band
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Technical specification

See the full technical specification for our Overhead Drum Rotator (Universal Band) for details such as weight, dimensions and load capacity.

Instruction manual

View the instruction manual for our Overhead Drum Rotator (Universal Band), which details how to safely operate and maintain the unit.

Contact Us

Do you have a manual handling issue we could solve? We’d be happy to discuss any handling concerns and advise on the most suitable STS equipment. You can talk to us via telephone, email and social media.

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