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An engineer uses the Counterbalance lifter to move drums on and off pallets with ease
An STS drum lifter being used in a confined area by an engineer
Drums on a pallet, ready to be handled by the drum lifter.

Drum Lifter (Counterbalance)

DTP08-R500

This counterbalanced drum lifter is ideal for narrow spaces. Effortlessly unload drums from pallets, containment bunds, and machinery. The universal drum catch handles steel, plastic, and fibreboard drums ranging from 50 to 220 litres.

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Features

Drawing on decades of industry experience, we have continuously refined our products to incorporate superior features.

Handles a wide range of drums

Industrial drums come in many different shapes and sizes depending on the industry. It is important that drum lifters can handle all the most common drums found in the workplace. Laser-cut from stainless steel, our tried and tested universal drum catch allows you to connect the lifter to a huge range of drum types.

50-220L Drum sizes
The universal drum catch on the drum lifter which can handle a wide variety of drums
  • Prevents injuries
  • Compact design
  • No outrigger legs
  • Fully adjustable
  • Low maintenance
  • 20+ year lifespan
Green steel 205-L drum lifted up off the floor.

Specification

DTP08-R500 Counterbalance Drum Lifter

  • Safe working load (SWL)

    250kg / 350kg

  • Lift stroke (lift clearance)

    500mm (420mm)

  • Drum compatibility

    Handle 50-220 litre drums

    • Steel open-top drums
    • Steel tight-head drums
    • L-Ring plastic drums
    • MAUSER plastic drums
    • Fibreboard drums
  • Unit length

    1250mm / 1500mm

  • Turning circle

    2240mm / 2700mm

  • Unladen weight

    338kg

Counterbalance Drum Lifter (Model: DTP08-R500)
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Technical specification

See the full technical specification for our Drum Lifter (Counterbalance) for details such as weight, dimensions and load capacity.
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Instruction manual

View the instruction manual for our Drum Lifter (Counterbalance), which details how to safely operate and maintain the unit.
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Upgrades

We understand that every application is unique, which is why we offer customisation and upgrades to tailor your machine to your specific requirements.

A clean hygienic solution

We provide stainless steel models for food preparation and clean room environments. Our stainless steel models are made from 304-grade material, with a smooth, clean finish achieved using the latest vibratory polishing techniques.

These versions of our Counterbalance Drum Lifter feature nickel/chrome-plated hydraulic rams for protection against corrosion. The aluminium hydraulic pump is encased in stainless steel and protected by a PVC gaiter to prevent dirt and debris ingress.

Stainless-steel
Blue 205 litre steel drum being transported with a stainless-steel STS lifter.
STS equipment is of exceptional quality and at the forefront of handling innovation – so much so that many other pieces of handling equipment lay abandoned, with operators preferring to use the STS equipment!
The quality of the equipment is exceptional. Since implementing this equipment the risks associated with our site’s manual handling tasks have been greatly reduced and processes have become more efficient.
The product has been a massive success with the employees, and the fact that you allowed us to try before buying was a hit. All in all working with you and your team has been a very good experience.
STS is always the first place I look if I need handling equipment!
It is a refreshing experience to work with a business that is interested in developing its product in line with the customer’s requirements. Be assured, we will always recommend your services to people within our organisation and outside our organisation when the opportunity arises.
We are completely satisfied with the product. It completely removes our manual handling risk from manoeuvring drums and is suitable in our restricted space.

The complete package

Our customers trust us to deliver a complete package, saving your team time and eliminating unnecessary hassles. From shipping to spare parts, find out below.

Global shipping

At STS, we ensure your handling equipment arrives wherever it's needed, whether in the UK or globally. Our streamlined shipping options, both local and international, are designed to offer a hassle-free, reliable experience. Contact us today for a no-obligation shipping quote. If you would prefer to collect your order, that is also something we can accommodate.

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