Side-Grip Fork-Mount Drum Movers





Convert a forklift to lift and transport drums. The arms on these drum movers automatically close and lock around the side of a drum when lifted with a forklift and release when the drum is set down. Locking screws clamp down on the forks to secure the movers to your forklift.
Style A are for use with plastic drums.
Style C have a single locking screw for faster tightening.
Style D have rubber-lined gripping arms that provide a nonslip contact surface to better grip drums.
Style E hold two drums.
Warning: Never use to lift people or items over people.
For Container | For Max. Fork | |||||||||||
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Style | For Max. No. of Containers | Type | Cap., gal. | Dia. | O'all Cap., lbs. | Cap. per Drum, lbs. | Wd. | Ht. | Fork Pocket Spacing Ctr.-to-Ctr. | For Min. Rim Dp. | Each | |
Steel | ||||||||||||
A | 1 | Plastic | 30, 55 | 18"-22 1/2" | 1,000 | __ | 5 3/8" | 1 1/2" | 19 3/4"-23 5/8" | 3/16" | 0000000 | 0000000 |
B | 1 | Steel | 30, 55 | 18", 22" | 1,500 | __ | 5 1/2" | 2" | 22" | __ | 0000000 | 000000 |
B | 1 | Steel | 55 | 22" | 1,500 | __ | 5 1/2" | 2" | 22" | __ | 0000000 | 000000 |
C | 1 | Steel | 15, 30, 55 | 13", 17 1/4", 22 1/2" | 1,500 | __ | 22 1/2" | 3 1/2" | 22 1/2" | __ | 0000000 | 00000000 |
D | 1 | Steel | 30, 55, 85 | 18"-28" | 1,500 | __ | 5 5/8" | 1 5/8" | 21 3/4"-30" | __ | 0000000 | 00000000 |
E | 2 | Steel | 55 | 22" | __ | 1,500 | 7" | 2 1/4" | 25 5/8" | __ | 0000000 | 00000000 |
Top-Grip Fork-Mount Drum Movers


The jaws automatically grip the top of the drum when lifted with a forklift—great for areas with limited side clearance. The jaws release when the drum is set down. Movers have locking screws that clamp down on the forks to secure the movers to your forklift. Use with closed- and open-head drums.
Drum protectors (sold separately) bolt to the base of the mover to cushion and protect the drum from wear (mounting hardware included). Drum movers for two containers require two protectors.
Warning: Never use to lift people or items over people.
Drum Movers | ||||||||||||||
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For Container | For Max. Fork | Drum Protectors | Replacement Grip Assemblies | |||||||||||
For Max. No. of Containers | Type | Cap., gal. | Dia. | O'all Cap., lbs. | Cap. per Drum, lbs. | Wd. | Ht. | Fork Pocket Spacing Ctr.-to-Ctr. | Each | Each | Each | |||
Steel | ||||||||||||||
1 | Fiber, Plastic, Steel | 30, 55, 85 | 18"-26" | 1,000 | __ | 5 1/2" | 2" | 22" | 0000000 | 000000000 | 000000 | 00 | 0000000 | 0000000 |
1 | Fiber, Plastic, Steel | 30, 55, 85 | 18"-26" | 1,600 | __ | 7" | 2 1/4" | 20 3/8" | 000000 | 00000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
2 | Fiber, Plastic, Steel | 30, 55, 85 | 18"-26" | __ | 1,000 | 7" | 2 1/4" | 25 5/8" | 0000000 | 00000000 | 000000 | 00 | 0000000 | 000000 |
2 | Fiber, Plastic, Steel | 30, 55, 85 | 18"-26" | __ | 1,600 | 7" | 2 1/4" | 20 3/8" | 000000 | 00000000 | 000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Pull-Chain Fork-Mount Drum Dispensers


Slide these dispensers onto the forks of a forklift to raise a drum, then use the hand chain to tilt and drain it from up to 10 feet away. Drums can rotate 360° in either direction. Chains or straps with ratchet-style tighteners secure the drums. Note: In half-full drums contents shift, which reduces capacity.
Style B dispensers have an additional bracket assembly that grips the drum from the top and bottom.
Optional drum adapters fit inside the saddle to hold 30-gallon drums.
Optional tilt brakes prevent the drum from tilting when not in use.
Warning: Never use to lift people or items over people.
Drum Dispensers | |||||||||||||
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For Container | O'all Cap., lbs. | For Max. Fork | Optional Tilt Brakes | ||||||||||
Style | Type | Cap., gal. | Dia. | Full Drum | Half-Full Drum | Wd. | Ht. | Fork Pocket Spacing Ctr.-to-Ctr. | Holding Mechanism (No. of) | Each | Each | ||
Steel | |||||||||||||
A | Fiber, Steel | 55 | 22"-23 1/2" | 800 | 500 | 6 1/2" | 2 1/2" | 31" | Chain (1) | 0000000 | 000000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 |
A | Steel | 55 | 22"-23 1/2" | 1,500 | 800 | 6 1/2" | 2 1/2" | 31" | Chain (1) | 0000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
A | Steel | 55 | 22 1/2" | 2,000 | 1,000 | 6 1/2" | 2 1/2" | 31" | Strap (2) | 0000000 | 00000000 | 000000 | 00 |
B | Fiber, Plastic, Steel | 55 | 22"-23 1/2" | 1,500 | 800 | 6 1/2" | 2 1/2" | 31" | Chain (1) | 0000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Optional Drum Adapter | 0000000 | Each | 0000000 |
Manual Fork-Mount Drum Dispensers

These dispensers mount to the forks of a forklift for lifting and transport, plus they pivot for manual tilting so dispensing is easy. The band clamps around the drum and is secured with a latch.
Warning: Never use to lift people or items over people.
Manual Drum Lift Trucks




Lift, transport, and place drums without a forklift. Roll these trucks right to the edge of your pallet or platform to load and unload drums. Rear swivel casters make them simple to steer.
Trucks with a gas-spring pump handle raise your drum as you pump down the handle. The leverage of the handle and the power of the gas spring alleviate the weight of the load. Built to prevent tipping, a ratchet mechanism keeps your movements controlled. Three hooks securely hold the drum below the rim.
Trucks with a hydraulic pump require less manual effort to lift and position heavy drums than lift trucks with a gas-spring pump handle. Control up and down movement by activating either a hand or foot lever. A claw-style gripper attaches at one point on the rim of your drum—similar to an electric can opener latching onto a can.
Trucks with retractable legs collapse into a smaller footprint for transportation across tight facilities. Extend the legs before lifting.
Trucks with a counterbalanced base have no front legs, so you can roll them right next to tight cabinets or shelving structures to load or unload your drum.
Polypropylene wheels are lightweight and work on smooth surfaces. Phenolic wheels are nonmarking and roll best on smooth surfaces. Polyurethane wheels are nonmarking, abrasion resistant, and shock absorbent.
For Container | Overall | ||||||||||||
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Type | Cap., gal. | Dia. | Ht. | Overall Cap., lbs. | Cap. with Retracted Legs, lbs. | Lg. | Wd. | Ht. | Handle Ht. | Max. Lift | Brake Type | Each | |
V-Style Base—Gas-Spring Pump Handle | |||||||||||||
Painted Steel Body with Polypropylene Plastic Wheels | |||||||||||||
Fiber Plastic Steel | 55 | 22"-23 1/2" | 34"-36" | 800 | __ | 43" | 49" | 47" | 21"-74 1/2" | 6 1/2" | None | 00000000 | 000000000 |
V-Style Base—Hydraulic Pump Handle | |||||||||||||
Painted Steel Body with Front Polypropylene Plastic Wheels and Rear Phenolic Plastic Wheels | |||||||||||||
Steel | 30, 55, 85 | 18"-26" | 26 1/4"-32 1/4" | 800 | __ | 35" | 49 7/8" | 61 3/4" | 45" | 20 1/2" | Wheel Brake | 0000000 | 00000000 |
V-Style Base—Hydraulic Foot Pump | |||||||||||||
Painted Steel Body with Phenolic Plastic Wheels | |||||||||||||
Fiber Plastic Steel | 30, 55, 85 | 18"-26" | 25 1/2"-40" | 1,100 | 650 | 36" | 36 1/4"-41" | 48 1/4"-79 1/2" | 41 1/2" | 20" | Floor Lock | 0000000 | 00000000 |
Counterbalanced Base—Hydraulic Pump Handle | |||||||||||||
Powder-Coated Steel Body with Polyurethane Plastic Wheels | |||||||||||||
Plastic Steel | 30, 55, 85 | 18"-27" | 29"-45" | 700 | __ | 58" | 26" | 58" | 49" | 20" | Wheel Brake | 000000000 | 00000000 |
Battery-Operated Drum Lift Trucks


Lift heavy drums in seconds—without ever touching them. Powered by a battery-operated hydraulic pump, these trucks grip, lift, lower, and release drums with the push of a button. No manual pumping required. The claw-style grabber won’t release the drum until it’s fully set down. With a lift height over 3 ft., these trucks can stack two drums or load them into most pickup trucks. A V-style base makes it easy to load and unload drums from pallets and platforms. Plug these trucks into any standard wall outlet to charge the battery.
Retractable legs let you maneuver in tight spaces, and two swivel casters at the rear of the truck make steering and pivoting easy. Once the truck is in place, engage the floor lock to keep it stable while you lift and lower loads. The wheels are phenolic, so they’re nonmarking and roll best on smooth surfaces.
For Container | O'all | ||||||||||||||
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Type | Cap., gal. | Dia. | Ht. | O'all Cap., lbs. | Cap. with Retracted Legs, lbs. | Lg. | Wd. | Ht. | Handle Ht. | Max. Lift | Elevation Speed, in./sec. | Batteries Included | Brake Type | Each | |
V-Style Base—Push Button | |||||||||||||||
Painted Steel Body with Phenolic Plastic Wheels | |||||||||||||||
Fiber Plastic Steel | 30, 55, 85 | 19"-24" | 34"-71" | 1,100 | 650 | 34"-37" | 36"-41" | 66"-73" | 38" | 37" | 8 1/2 | Yes | Floor Lock | 00000000 | 000000000 |
Hydraulic Drum Handlers



A hydraulic lift raises the drum to the required height, and a manual tilt mechanism positions the drum at the proper angle for emptying. Handlers can rotate the drums 360° in either direction. A drum saddle with a chain and ratchet-style tightener secures the drum, and a floor lock keeps these handlers stationary.
Styles A and B have a hand-operated hydraulic lift to position the drum at the required height. They require minimal assembly.
Style C have an electric hydraulic lift that raises the drum with the push of a button and positions the drum at the required height.
Handlers with a crank handle are best for dispensing at lower heights. Handles with a chain hand wheel are easier to use at higher dispensing heights.
Drum adapters fit inside the saddle to hold 30-gallon drums.
Bracket kits for fiber and plastic drums bolt onto the side of the drum saddle and clamp to the top and bottom. They give the handler enough stability to be used with rimless plastic and fiber drums.
Note: In half-full drums contents shift, which reduces capacity.
Warning: Never use to lift people or items over people.
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For Container | O'all Cap., lbs. | Base Leg | O'all | Wheel | 30-Gal. Drum Adapters | Bracket Kits for Fiber and Plastic Drums | |||||||||||||||
Style | Type | Cap., gal. | Dia. | Full Drum | Half-Full Drum | Dispensing Ht. | Inside Spread | Outside Spread | Wd. | Ht. | Retracted Ht. | Body Color | Dia. | Material | Type | Each | Each | Each | |||
Painted Steel | |||||||||||||||||||||
Crank Handle | |||||||||||||||||||||
A | Steel | 55 | 22 1/2" | 800 | 500 | 60" | 37" | 44" | 44" | 96" | 55" | Blue | 8" (Front) 4" (Rear) | Polypropylene Plastic (Front) Polyethylene Plastic (Rear) | Solid | 0000000 | 000000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 |
Chain Hand Wheel | |||||||||||||||||||||
B | Steel | 55 | 22 1/2" | 800 | 500 | 72" | 37" | 44" | 44" | 96" | 55" | Blue | 8" (Front) 4" (Rear) | Polypropylene Plastic (Front) Polyethylene Plastic (Rear) | Solid | 0000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 000000 | 00000000 | 000000 |
C | Steel | 55 | 22 1/2" | 800 | 500 | 72" | 37" | 44" | 44" | 96" | 55" | Blue | 8" (Front) 4" (Rear) | Polypropylene Plastic | Solid | 0000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 000000 | 00000000 | 000000 |
Hydraulic Drum Handlers with Chute

With the push of a button, the electric hydraulic lift raises the drum and a chute controls the flow of the material being dispensed to prevent splashes and spills. A clamp on each side of the chute secures the drum. Handlers have a handheld pendant switch and operate only when the push-buttons are engaged. A limit switch turns off the motor when the drum reaches the maximum height. Load will not drop in the event of a power failure. Screw-down floor locks keep handlers stationary during operation.
Warning: Never use to lift people or items over people.
For Container | O'all | Wheel | ||||||||||||
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Type | Cap., gal. | Dia. | Ht. | O'all Cap., lbs. | Dispensing Ht. | Lg. | Wd. | Ht. | Body Color | Dia. | Material | Type | Each | |
Painted Steel | ||||||||||||||
Fiber, Plastic, Steel | 30, 55 | 19"-24" | 28"-35" | 1,000 | 60" | 80" | 36" | 137 1/4" | Blue | 8" | Phenolic Plastic | Solid | 0000000 | 000000000 |
Drum Lifters


Use with overhead lifting equipment on closed-head drums and open-head drums with tightly secured lids.
Lifters with guide handles provides ultimate drum control.
Style E lifter have a ratchet strap to hold the barrel. Pockets at the top of the lifter allow for use with a forklift.
Warning: Never use to lift people or items over people.
For Drum | Drum | |||||||||||
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Style | Cap., gal. | Dia. | Max. Ht. | Material | Cap., lbs. | Orientation | Gripping Location | Material | Color | Eye Dia. | Each | |
With Straps and Guide Handles | ||||||||||||
E | 30, 55 | 24 5/8" | 42" | Steel, Plastic, Fiber | 1,000 | Vertical | Base | Powder-Coated Steel | Yellow | 5/8" | 000000 | 0000000 |