Drums

Drum Handling Equipment

Discover premium drum handling solutions from Packline, a trusted UK manufacturer of high-quality stainless steel lifting equipment designed specifically for safe and efficient drum handling. Our range of equipment is ideal for lifting, tilting, rotating, and transporting drums of various sizes, including standard 200-litre drums, barrels, and kegs, used widely across industries such as food processing, chemical, pharmaceutical, and manufacturing.

Engineered for hygienic environments and compliant with health and safety regulations, our drum handling systems are constructed from corrosion-resistant stainless steel, making them suitable for clean-rooms and wash-down areas. From manual drum lifters to fully powered drum tippers and rotators, we offer a broad selection of ergonomic solutions designed to minimise operator strain and improve production line efficiency.

With a focus on bespoke designs, Packline works closely with customers to provide drum handling equipment tailored to specific requirements—including drum type, weight, orientation, and workspace layout.

Stainless Steel Drum and Barrel Handling

Our stainless steel ‘Compac’ range is expertly designed to meet the rigorous standards of high-care and clean-room environments, making it the top choice for industries worldwide, including the UK.

As a market leader, we take pride in delivering innovative, durable, and hygienic drum handling solutions tailored to your specific needs. From pharmaceutical and food production to clean-room manufacturing, our stainless steel equipment ensures superior performance and compliance with strict hygiene standards.

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Drum Handling Attachments for Mild Steel Painted Stacker Trucks

Versatile Drum Handling Attachments for Stacker Trucks

In addition to our stainless steel range, explore our selection of heavy-duty, mild painted steel drum handling solutions, designed to meet demanding industrial applications.

Packline provides a comprehensive selection of drum handling attachments, expertly designed for seamless mounting onto a variety of mild steel painted stacker trucks. Engineered for durability and efficiency, our attachments simplify drum handling tasks, making them ideal for diverse industrial applications.

Upgrade your operations with Packline’s high-performance drum handling solutions and experience unmatched reliability and ease of use.

 

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Drum Grab Attachments

Efficient and Versatile Drum Handling with the ‘Grab-O-Matic’

The ‘Grab-O-Matic’ drum handler is a highly adaptable solution designed to securely grip and transport 1, 2, 3, or even 4 drums simultaneously. Perfect for handling a wide range of drum types, including steel, plastic ‘L’ ring, and fibreboard drums, the ‘Grab-O-Matic’ ensures safe and efficient drum movement in various industrial settings.

Key Features:

  • Versatile Rim Gripping: Handles multiple drums with precision and ease.
  • Customisable Options: Interchangeable gripping heads accommodate unique or odd drum lip configurations.
  • High Capacity: Safe Working Load of 750kg per gripping head.

Enhance your drum handling operations with the trusted performance and reliability of the ‘Grab-O-Matic.’ Designed to optimize productivity while ensuring safety, it’s the ideal choice for all your drum handling needs.

 

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Bespoke Design Services

At Packline, we design and manufacture bespoke stainless steel drum handling equipment, providing tailored solutions to meet the specific needs of our customers. Whether developing innovative new concepts or customising our extensive range of existing handling equipment, we focus on enhancing safety, efficiency, and reliability in your operations.

Our stainless steel equipment is designed with durability and hygiene in mind, making it ideal for industries such as food production, pharmaceutical, and clean-room environments. With a commitment to precision engineering and customer collaboration, Packline ensures every solution is optimised for your unique drum handling challenges.

Explore how our expertise in stainless steel drum handling can support your business needs.

 

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  • Enhances Workplace Safety
    Reduces the risk of injuries from manual lifting of heavy drums by providing safe, controlled handling.
  • Tilt, Rotate, and Pour with Precision
    Allows accurate drum tipping, pouring, and decanting, ideal for liquid or powdered contents in industrial processes.
  • Improves Operational Efficiency
    Speeds up drum loading, unloading, and transfer processes to boost productivity on production and packaging lines.
  • Suitable for a Wide Range of Drum Types
    Handles plastic, steel, and fibre drums in various sizes and capacities, with gripping solutions for rim, body, or base.
  • Stainless Steel Options for Cleanroom Use
    Ideal for hygienic applications in food processing, pharmaceuticals, and chemical production environments.
  • Reduces Operator Strain and Fatigue
    Ergonomic design eliminates the need for awkward or repetitive manual lifting tasks, reducing long-term injury risk.
  • Custom Lifting Attachments Available
    Designed to suit your specific drum dimensions, weights, and process requirements – including hazardous materials.
  • Compatible with Existing Systems
    Integrates seamlessly with filling lines, mixers, storage racking, and transport equipment.
  • Prevents Product Spills and Waste
    Secure gripping and smooth control minimise the risk of dropping, spillage, or contamination during handling.
  • Manufactured in the UK
    British-designed and built for long-lasting performance, quality assurance, and compliance with safety regulations.
  • Lifting and Transporting Drums Safely Across the Workplace
    Move full or empty drums between storage areas, production lines, and workstations without manual handling.
  • Tilting, Rotating, and Pouring Drum Contents
    Controlled tipping and rotating features enable accurate decanting of liquids, powders, and viscous materials.
  • Loading Drums onto Mixing and Processing Equipment
    Position drums precisely for integration with filling machines, mixers, or batch processing units.
  • Handling Drums in Food, Chemical, and Pharmaceutical Production
    Essential for cleanroom and industrial environments where safe and hygienic handling is critical.
  • Removing or Replacing Drums in Clean or Contained Areas
    Stainless steel models allow for sterile handling in controlled environments.
  • Drum Emptying and Waste Management Applications
    Efficiently empty drums into bins or processing tanks, improving safety and reducing mess or waste.
  • Assisting with Maintenance and Drum Changeovers
    Makes replacing, cleaning, or inspecting drums safer and more efficient during production shifts.
  • Loading and Unloading Drums from Pallets or Racking
    Ideal for use in warehouses and storage areas where drums must be raised or lowered securely.
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UK Manufacture & Design

Packline Materials Handling has been designing and manufacturing lifting and handling equipment in Poole, Dorset in the UK since 1993.
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Bespoke Design services

The company’s in-house design facility and workshop enables high quality and effective solutions to be realised within short lead times.
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