What types of drums can this equipment handle?

This specific unit is designed for 200-litre drums. However, drum lifts in this category can be configured for various drum sizes and materials, including plastic and steel.

Is this drum lift suitable for liquids, powders, or both?

Units of this design are generally suitable for both liquids and powders, provided the drum itself is sealed appropriately for the material being handled. The tipping action is controlled for smooth discharge.

What are the typical safety features of a drum lift?

Common safety features include 'dead man's handle' controls, automatic safety latches to prevent free fall, and often interlocked guarding (though this unit is described as unguarded). Buyers should always assess specific unit safety provisions.

How is the drum loaded into the lift carriage?

Many drum lifts feature a base carriage designed to accept drums at floor level. Some, like this unit, may include integrated gravity roller tracks to facilitate easy loading and positioning of drums.

What are the maintenance requirements for a drum lift?

Maintenance typically involves regular inspection of the lifting chain, motor gearbox, and electrical components. Lubrication of moving parts and general cleaning, especially for food-grade units, is also essential.

Can the discharge height be adjusted?

Yes, many drum lifts, including this one, offer an adjustable discharge height to suit different receiving vessels or processing lines. Buyers should confirm the specific range for the unit.

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Drum Lift

Name: Drum Lift
SKU: BTM/250/1950-2350/B
Availability: InStock

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Single Pillar Drum Lift for 200 Litre Drums

The Drum Lift is a single pillar 200 Litre drum tipper that is designed to lift and tip at an adjustable discharge height of between 1950mm and 2350mm. The Drum Lift is constructed from Grade 304 stainless steel, is fully TIG welded throughout and operates on a ‘dead mans handle’ principle. Lifting with the Drum Lift is achieved by a ¾” Simplex chain driven by a motor gearbox mounted at the top of the main column. The Drum Lift is designed to be bolted to the floor. The unguarded Drum Lift was fitted with our unique safety latch which engages automatically in the extremely unlikely event of a lift chain failure.

Gravity Roller Track

At the entrance to the Drum Lift there was a stainless steel gravity roller track which was 2000mm long x 700mm wide. There were also rollers in the base of the lift carriage which support the drum as it is lifted. This roller track greatly assists with the loading of the drums into the lift carriage.

Drum Lift Application Story

This Drum Lift was designed to lift and tip a range of 200 Litre Drums of a similar size containing fruit juice at an adjustable tip height.

Blaenau Gwent County Borough, United Kingdom

5,762 km away

Description

Single Pillar Drum Lift

Model No.

BTM/250/1950-2350/B/SL

Capacity

250 Kgs

Tipping Height

Adjustable Between 1950mm & 2350mm

Tipping Angle

130 Degrees

Overall Height

3515mm

Machine Handing

Left or Right Hand Available

Tipping Chute

Optional

Container Description

200 Litre Drum

Base Arrangement

Bolted To The Floor

Control Circuit

24Vac (Standard)

Electrical Rating

IP65

Limit Switches

Adjustable Rod

Motor Detail

0.55kW, 415V, 3 PHASE, 50 CYCLE

Motor Brake

415V Separately Excited

Gearbox Detail

SEW

Output R.P.M

28 R.P.M.

Ratio

50:1

Load/Lift/Tension Chain

¾” Simplex Delta Z

Tensile Strength

3000 Kgs

Lift Speed

6.4 Meters/Minute

Stock Number

BTM/250/1950-2350/B

Machinery Masters View

Typical context for this category of equipment. Always confirm specifics with the seller.

Applications & Use Cases

Transferring ingredients from drums into processing vessels in bakeries and confectionery.
Loading bulk solids or liquids from drums into hoppers or mixers in beverage production.
Elevating and emptying drums of semi-solids or powders in dairy and food ingredient manufacturing.
Feeding raw materials from drums into packaging lines or filling machines.
Handling and dispensing drums of flavourings or additives in pharmaceutical and nutraceutical production.

Typical Specifications

Typical drum capacity: Designed for 200-litre drums; other units in this class can accommodate various drum sizes.
Discharge height: Adjustable discharge heights are common, typically ranging from 1950mm to 2350mm for this type of unit.
Construction material: Grade 304 stainless steel is standard for food processing applications, with full TIG welding for hygiene and durability.
Lifting mechanism: Chain-driven systems, often with a motor gearbox, are commonly used for reliable lifting.
Safety features: Units typically include safety latches or interlocks to prevent uncontrolled descent in case of chain failure.
Operation: Many drum lifts operate on a 'dead man's handle' principle for operator safety.
Installation: Units of this type are commonly designed to be bolted to the floor for stability.
Power supply: Typically 3-phase industrial electrical supply, commonly 400V, 50Hz in the UK.

Frequently Asked Questions

This specific unit is designed for 200-litre drums. However, drum lifts in this category can be configured for various drum sizes and materials, including plastic and steel.

Machinery Masters Intelligence. General guidance for this category of equipment only, not a substitute for the seller's exact specifications. Always confirm details with the seller.