Drum Storage
Drum handling equipment is specialized machinery designed to handle drums of various sizes and weights safely and efficiently. These tools and equipment offer several benefits in industries where drums store and transport liquids, chemicals, and other materials. In summary, drum handling equipment provides many benefits, including improved safety, increased efficiency, reduced physical strain on workers, and enhanced precision in material handling. It is an essential tool in industries that rely on drums for storage, transportation, and handling various materials.
- Wesco DM-1100-HR Ergonomic Drum Handler High Reach Lift
- Vestil DRUM-HD Heavy Duty Drum Dolly
- Wesco 240155 Scale Model Ergonomic Drum Handler - DM-1100-S)
- Vestil Multi-Purpose Drum Dolly
- Wesco 240156 Power Lift Drum Handler - DM-1100-PL
- Vestil Tilting Drum Dolly
- Wesco 240157 Power Lift–Power Drive Drum Handler with Auto Grip Lock
- Vestil Poly Drum Dolly
- Vestil DRUM-PDD Multi-Level Plastic Drum Dolly
- Vestil Drum Handling Dolly, Vestil Dolly
- Little Giant Industrial Propane Tank Storage Cage – Holds 12 Lift-Truck Cylinders
- Little Giant Gas Cylinder Truck
- Little Giant Gas Cylinder Pallet
- Wesco Ergonomic Drum Handler DM-1100 Standard Model
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What drum sizes do these racks hold?
MECO drum storage racks are built for 30 and 55 gallon drums, which covers the standard sizes most facilities stock. Confirm the drum diameter you actually use against the rack specification before ordering, since drum dimensions vary somewhat by manufacturer and material, and a rack sized for steel drums may fit poly drums differently.
Do drums need to be stored horizontally or upright?
That depends on what is in them and how they are used. Upright storage is the norm for drums in active inventory, since it keeps the bung accessible for pumping and keeps the seal above the liquid. Horizontal storage on a rack suits drums that are dispensed by gravity through a faucet or spigot. The right configuration follows the dispensing method, so decide how the product will come out before selecting the rack.
Can drum racks be combined with spill containment?
Yes, and in many facilities that combination is the requirement rather than an option. Racking organizes the drums while a containment platform underneath catches leaks and drips before they reach the floor. Little Giant offers integrated units that pair a drum rack with a containment sump in one piece of equipment, which removes the question of whether the containment is correctly positioned under the drums.
How much space does a drum rack actually save?
The gain comes from two places. Getting drums off the floor and into defined positions removes the dead space that accumulates around loosely staged drums, since a drum standing alone needs clearance on all sides that a racked drum does not. Back-to-back permanent installations then eliminate the aisle between two rows. Together, those changes convert what was circulation space into storage without expanding the room.
What should I confirm before ordering?
Three things. Measure the floor area including access clearance, since a rack that fits the footprint but leaves no room to load drums creates a daily problem. Confirm the rack capacity against a full drum, remembering that a 55 gallon drum of most liquids weighs several hundred pounds. And decide upfront whether the location is permanent, because a portable 2 or 3 drum rack and a fixed bulk rack are different purchases that are awkward to swap later.
