- Typical capacity
- For this class of equipment, drum capacities typically range from 50 kg to 250 kg, or 100 litres to 400 litres.
- Tipping height
- Units of this type commonly offer tipping heights between 1500 mm and 3000 mm, suitable for various receiving vessels.
- Power supply
- Pharmaceutical drum tippers typically operate on a 3-phase electrical supply, commonly 400V, 50Hz, with pneumatic actuation also being prevalent.
- Construction material
- Equipment for pharmaceutical use is typically constructed from 304 or 316L stainless steel for contact parts and framework, ensuring hygiene and corrosion resistance.
- Footprint
- The footprint for a drum tipper of this nature commonly requires an area of approximately 1.5m x 1.5m, plus operational clearance.
- Safety features
- Commonly found safety features include interlocked guarding, emergency stop buttons, and controlled lowering mechanisms.
- Drum types accepted
- Units are typically designed to handle standard drums, often with interchangeable cradles for different diameters or heights.