Rolling resistance is determined by the types and qualities of the wheels used. We use castors made from premium polyurethane tyres with aluminium hubs. All the castors utilise precision bearings to further reduce rolling resistance.
To keep a loaded drum dolly in a static position when not in use all four castors are fitted with foot-operated park brakes as standard. If your company requires a bespoke wheel specification for a particular project then please get in touch.
Industrial environments are tough on equipment due to constant use and heavy handling. We design and manufacture equipment so that it lasts decades and not just a few years. Our team of experienced welder fabricators manufacture equipment making use of industry best practices. Upon completion of a batch of welded products, a second welder inspects all welds to ensure quality, conformity and zero defects.
This oil drum dolly can be loaded using one of our Drum Tippers or Drum Lifting Trolleys. Alternately another safe piece of drum handling equipment can be used to place the drum onto the dolly. It is important the dolly is only used on flat and level ground to prevent accidental roll-away which could cause injury. For other tips on drum handling safety view our latest safety guidance.
A fully-certificated ATEX / UKEX oil drum dolly can be supplied for use in flammable/explosive areas. The 'Ex' rated model is suitable for zones 1, 2, 21 and 22 - gas and dust classified spaces, where explosive or potentially explosive atmospheres exist. An ATEX / UKEX model makes use of anti-static wheels and earthing chains.
Each ATEX / UKEX oil drum dolly we manufacture is checked to ensure a path to ground is always present. A manufacturer’s Declaration of Conformity is supplied which demonstrates compliance with the directives and relevant British and ISO Standards.
350kg
Steel and plastic drums from 160 to 220 litres in volume (450-600mm in diameter)
Less than 20kg
Mild steel, grit blasted
Primer and polyester powder coated
RAL 5010 (blue)
Four braked swivel castors
Aluminium-centred wheels with polyurethane tyres and precision bearings
EC Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC
350kg
Steel and plastic drums from 160 to 220 litres in volume (450-600mm in diameter)
Less than 20kg
Mild steel, grit blasted
Primer and polyester powder coated
RAL 5010 (blue)
Four braked swivel castors
Aluminium-centred wheels with anti-static rubber tyres and precision bearings
EC Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC
ATEX Directive 2014/34/EU
Zones 1, 2, 21 and 22 CE Ex II 2 G D
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.
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.
Do you have a question for us? Take a look at our FAQ page for answers to common customer queries.