Pneumatic Drum Pourer with Powered Clamp

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Product Code: STP01-RRH01-Ex

The ultimate in versatility, our power clamp drum tipper can lift and pour drums and barrels from 13-50 gallons (50 to 220 liters). This unit is pneumatic-hydraulic powered and suitable for ATEX / UKEX areas; gas and dust zones 1, 2, 21 and 22. An air line connection provides air to the system which powers all the hydraulic functions.

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Our electrical engineers install safe and compliant circuits in every machine we manufacture. Each circuit includes mandatory features such as emergency stop buttons and key switch power isolators. Each and every power clamp model includes a hydraulic clamp pressure gauge. This gauge is used to monitor the clamp pressure during lifting operations ensuring drums remains secure at all times.

Fully compliant electrical circuits

Powered drum clamp and forward rotation

Unlike a banded drum tipping model, this unit has a greater level of powered functionality. Operators wheel the unit towards a drum (located on the floor or the corner of a pallet), clamp the pads around the drum and then lift and tip the contents into a process vessel or secondary container. Powered functions reduce the need for manual interaction with the drum, this is beneficial in saving time and thus improves overall manufacturing cycle times. 

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​Clamping pad designs

This model can be tailored to suit your process and how you need to handle your drums. Our unique flexible rubber clamping pads are designed to be used with a variety of drum types and sizes 11”-24” (280mm to 610mm) in diameter. The clamping pads can also be configured to allow 55 gallon (205-liter) drums to be removed from the corner of a pallet if this is a requirement.

Maximum control and low rolling resistance are achieved using a rear-wheel steering design. The wheels we specify each contain two precision bearings and are 6.29” (160mm) in diameter. Both rear wheels feature foot-operated park brakes which keep the unit stationary when near a process vessel or not in use. Bespoke leg dimensions can be offered should you need to straddle a certain pallet size or fit the legs beneath a machine or vessel.

Controllable rear-wheel steering

back view of the drum lifter showing the steering mechanism

Power clamp drum suitability

Designed to be as versatile as possible, this power-clamp model can handle a wide range of drum types and sizes. The clamping pads can be provided for handling drums and barrels with a diameter range of between 11” (280mm) and 24.” (610mm). The system has been designed to handle drums of up to 39.37” (1000mm) in height; this covers the majority of drum types used in the market.

Technical Specifications
STP01-RRH01-Ex Power Clamp Drum Tipper (Pneumatic - ATEX)

  • Safe working load (SWL) - 771lb. (300kg)

  • Functions - Powered lift/lower, powered clamp, powered rotation, manual push/pull 

  • Power details - Air powered - requires min: 105gallons/min (400L/min), optimum: 200 gallons/min (760L/min) at 6 bar with 1/2” (13mm) flexible air hose

  • Controls - Silicone booted control buttons and emergency stop

  • Lift height - 59” (1500mm) 

  • Tipping clearance - 57.8” (1470mm) at 15° tip angle / 55” (1400mm) at 30° tip angle 55 gallon (205 liter drum) 

  • Drum compatibility - Steel and plastic drums, 13-58 gallon (50-220 liters) (incl. MAUSER drums)

  • Clamping head - Hydraulic constant-tension clamping head with pressure gauge for handling all drum types - ‘hands off’ drum handling solution

  • Powered Rotation - Rotation via powered gearbox assembly, fully invert drums to 180° to empty the contents

  • Construction - Mild steel with stainless steel arm covers and clamping pads 

  • Metal preparation - Grit blasted mild steel, aqua blasted and vibro-polished stainless steel parts

  • Surface finish - Primer and polyester powder coated mild steel, stainless steel is smooth and clean 

  • Powder coat color - RAL 5010 (blue)

  • Guarding - Polycarbonate shatterproof clear guarding

  • Leg dimensions - Inside straddle width 33.46” (850mm), total outside width 42.5” (1080mm)

  • Front wheels - Two fixed 6.29” (160mm) wheels, aluminum centered with polyurethane tires and precision bearings

  • Rear wheels - Two tiller steered 6.29” (160mm) wheels, aluminum centered with polyurethane tires and precision bearings

  • Noise - Less than 76 dBA

  • Compliance - CE / UKCA / ATEX / UKEX (zones 1, 2, 21, 22)

Optional Features

Stainless steel

This model can be supplied in 304-grade stainless steel, suitable for good manufacturing practice (GMP) areas as well as clean rooms.

Telescopic variable lift height

Up to 59” (1500mm) of lift height is provided as standard with this model. A telescopic model can also be supplied for tall-lift applications of up to 106” (2700mm).

Variable leg dimensions

We can offer custom leg configurations to suit a variety of applications and usage requirements.

Load-cell weighing system

With our wireless load-cell system you can weigh drums while you lift and tip them. A wireless handheld display shows the drum weight in real time.

Power-drive system

When handling many drums per day and traveling over long distances you may require power drive. Our power-drive variant is easy to use and will speed up operations.

All products are covered by a 2-year warranty on parts and 10 years technical support