OverviewThis INOX manual-hydraulic drum rotator provides ergonomic lifting and controlled decanting of drums across a wide size range. Constructed in stainless steel 304 with a vibratory-polished hygienic finish, it is suited to food, pharmaceutical and general industrial environments.
Key features- Manual pump: two manual-hydraulic hand pumps on the rear handle for lift with a controllable lowering valve for descent; designed to comply with manual handling guidance.
- Universal drum band: segmented adjustable band with 50 mm stainless-steel ratchet and polyester strap; adjustable for diameters from 350 mm to 600 mm.
- Adjustable rim clamp: quick-fit rim clamp secures the drum top edge to prevent slippage (particularly effective on plastic drums); adjustable via securing pin.
- Robust gearbox: worm-wheel self-locking gearbox with 120:1 ratio and manual handle; locks when handle released to retain rotation position.
- Drum compatibility: handles steel, plastic and fibre drums from 50–220 litres, including MAUSER drums.
- ATEX available: models can be supplied ATEX/UKEX certified for zones 1, 2, 21 and 22 with anti-static wheels, guarding, earthing chains and documentation.
- Construction and finish: stainless steel 304-grade chassis; nickel/chrome-coated hydraulic lift ram; aluminium hand pump assembly shrouded in stainless steel; vibratory-polished finish for hygienic surfaces.
- Wheels: two fixed 160 mm front wheels and two tiller-steered 160 mm rear wheels (nylon-centred with polyurethane tyres and precision bearings).
- Low maintenance, long life: designed for durability with an expected 20+ year service life under normal use.
Use cases / Benefits- Ergonomic lifting and decanting of drums in food, pharmaceutical and general industrial processes.
- Secure clamping for a broad range of drum types and sizes to reduce slip and spillage risk.
- Optional upgrades such as integrated weighing systems, fixed-diameter bands, small-drum inserts and ATEX certification to match process requirements.
Specification (summary)Safe working load (SWL): 350 kg
Functions: Manual lift/lower, manual rotation, manual push/pull
Manual hand pump: Manual-hydraulic hand pump to lift; controllable lowering valve to lower; manual rotation, manual push/pull
Lift height: 1400 mm
Tipping clearance: 1400 mm at 15° tip angle / 1325 mm at 30° tip angle (205 litre drum)
Drum compatibility: Steel, plastic and fibre drums, 50–220 litres (incl. MAUSER drums)
Band assembly: Segmented adjustable/universal band with 50 mm stainless-steel ratchet and polyester strap
Rotation gearbox: Worm-wheel, self-locking with 120:1 ratio and manual handle
Construction: Stainless steel 304-grade chassis; nickel/chrome-coated lift ram; zinc-plated lift chains; aluminium pump shroud
Metal treatment: Vibratory polished stainless steel parts with a smooth clean finish
Guarding: Polycarbonate shatterproof clear guarding (anti-static versions for ATEX models)
Leg dimensions: Inside straddle width 850 mm; overall outside width 1080 mm
Front wheels: Two fixed 160 mm wheels, nylon-centred with polyurethane tyres and precision bearings
Rear wheels: Two tiller-steered 160 mm wheels, nylon-centred with polyurethane tyres and precision bearings
Compliance: CE / UKCA (ATEX / UKEX available for Ex models)
Technical specifications- Model: STM01-DRU01-SS (see product model designation)
- Safe working load (SWL): 350 kg
- Lift height: 1400 mm
- Tipping clearance: 1400 mm @ 15° / 1325 mm @ 30° (for 205 L drum)
- Drum sizes handled: 50–220 L (steel, plastic, fibre; includes MAUSER)
- Band diameter range (universal): 350–600 mm (segmented, adjustable)
- Band mechanism: 50 mm stainless-steel ratchet with polyester strap
- Rotation gearbox ratio: 120:1 (worm-wheel, self-locking)
- Pump type: Manual-hydraulic hand pump with controllable lowering valve
- Materials: Stainless steel 304-grade chassis; nickel/chrome-coated lift ram; zinc-plated lift chains; aluminium pump shroud
- Finish: Vibratory polished stainless steel for hygienic surfaces
- Guarding: Polycarbonate shatterproof clear guarding (anti-static option for Ex model)
- Wheel specification: 160 mm nylon-centred wheels with polyurethane tyres and precision bearings (fixed front, tiller-steered rear)
- Leg dimensions: Inside straddle width 850 mm; overall width 1080 mm
- Optional upgrades: ATEX/UKEX configuration (zones 1,2,21,22); integrated load-cell weighing system (accuracy ±0.1 kg); alternative leg dimensions; fixed-diameter band for large drums; small-drum insert for <50 L drums
- Documentation available: Technical specification drawings, drum suitability document, operating instructions (PDFs available)
- Compliance / Certification: CE / UKCA; ATEX/UKEX available for Ex models