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Fork Mounted Drum Handling Equipment

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Fork mounted drum handling equipment are mounted on forks to allow forklifts to lift and carry steel and poly drums. These equipment include drum lifters, stackers, carriers, drum grabs,...Read more

CALDWELL -

FG Series Steel Drum Grippers

StyleModelNumber Of DrumsDrum CapacityLoad CapacityFork Pocket SizeOverall WidthOverall HeightMaterialFor Drum MaterialPrice (ex. VAT)
AFG-1130 gal., 55 gal.1500 lbs.2 1/2" x 7 1/2"23 1/2"2 1/2"Welded SteelSteel€3,191.01
BFG-2230 gal., 55 gal.1500 lbs.2 1/2" x 7 1/2"23 1/2"2 1/2"Welded SteelSteel€4,244.04
MORSE DRUM -

Forklift Drum Carrier

StyleModelDrum MaterialLoad CapacityDrum Dia.Tilt Operation TypeHalf Full CapacityDrum TypeUse WithCapacityPrice (ex. VAT)
A285AFiber, Plastic, Steel800 lbs.22" to 23.5"Pull Chain500 lbs.Closed-800 lbs.€1,325.93
B285A-BPFiber, Plastic, Steel1500 lbs.22" to 23.5"Battery Power800 lbs.ClosedOptional Wireless Control-€5,256.53
C285A-HDFiber, Plastic, Steel1500 lbs.22" to 23.5"Pull Chain800 lbs.Closed--€1,483.15
D285AM-HDFiber, Plastic, Steel1500 lbs.22" to 23.5"Pull Chain800 lbs.Closed---
RFQ
E285GFiber, Plastic, Steel800 lbs.19" to 22.5"Pull Chain500 lbs.-Optional 19" Drum Adapter-€1,633.49
E285G-HDFiber, Plastic, Steel1500 lbs.19" to 22.5"Pull Chain800 lbs.-Optional 19" Drum Adapter-€1,807.25
F285XBPFiber, Plastic, Steel2500 lbs.22 1/2"Battery Power1250 lbs.ClosedOptional Wireless Control2500 lbs.€6,907.39
G285S-OCFiber, Plastic, Steel800 lbs.22" to 23.5"Pull Chain On Opposite Side-Open-800 lbs.-
RFQ
H285A-GRSteel2000 lbs.19" to 22.5"Pull Chain1000 lbs.-Optional 19" Drum Adapter-€2,971.54
I285XGRSteel2500 lbs.22 1/2"Pull Chain1250 lbs.---€3,626.64
I285XMGRSteel2500 lbs.22 1/2"Pull Chain1250 lbs.----
RFQ
VESTIL -

Fork Mounted Drum Lifters

StyleModelLoad CapacityCapacityDepthNumber Of DrumsDrum ActionMaterialDrum TypeFork Pocket Center
AFMDDL-17001500 lbs.1500 lbs.34"2LiftSteel--
RFQ
BFMDDL-30003000 lbs.3000 lbs.47"2LiftSteelOpen24 1/4"
RFQ
CFMDDL-40004000 lbs.4000 lbs.47"2LiftSteel--
RFQ
WESCO -

Value Fork Truck Drum Lifter and Tilter

Wesco fork drum lifters and tilters are designed for easy manoeuvring of oil drums and pouring / dispensing operations. They can be secured tightly on forklifts with the help of lock screws. These drum lifters & tilters feature welded steel construction capable of handling drums weighing up to 1400 lb. They are equipped with a rotating wheel and sturdy steel chain for controlled pouring / dispensing. Choose from a wide range of these lifters & tilters, available in lengths of 26.75 and 30.375 inches on Raptor Supplies.

StyleModelLoad CapacityOverall LengthDrum CapacityDrum MaterialNumber Of DrumsFork Pocket SizeDrum TypeOverall WidthPrice (ex. VAT)
A272402700 lbs.26 3/4"30 gal. to 55 gal.Steel17" x 2 1/2"Closed39"€762.39
A2724031400 lbs.30 3/8"30 gal. to 55 gal.Steel17" x 2 1/2"Closed39"€1,058.12
VESTIL -

DCR Series Economical Drum Transporters

StyleModelLoad CapacityCapacityCaster SizeCradle DepthOperationCradle HeightJaw RangeNumber Of DrumsPrice (ex. VAT)
ADCR-880-H-HP880 lbs.880 lbs.8" x 2"3"Foot Pump2"31" to 77.5"1€2,230.64
RFQ
BDCR-880-H-HP-DC880 lbs.880 lbs.8" x 2"3"DC2"31" to 76.0"1€5,144.00
RFQ
CDCR-880-M880 lbs.880 lbs.8" to 2"3"Hand Ratchet2"31" to 47.0"1€1,586.17
DDCR-880-H1500 lbs.1500 lbs.8" x 2"3"Foot Pump-31" to 49.0"1€1,876.32
EDCR-880-H-DC1500 lbs.1500 lbs.8" x 2"2"DC3"-1€5,163.18
VESTIL -

DGD Series Drum Grippers

StyleModelLoad CapacityTypeFork Pocket CenterFork Pocket SizeCapacityDrum MaterialNumber Of DrumsDrum ActionPrice (ex. VAT)
ADGD-A1500 lbs.Adjustable Fold Up24"7 1/2"1500 lbs.Steel2Lift€731.54
BDGD-55-D2000 lbs.Fold Up24"6 7/8"2000 lbs.Steel2Lift€718.65
CDGD-55-D-G2000 lbs.-25 7/8"--Steel2--
RFQ
VESTIL -

DGS Series Drum Grippers

StyleModelDrum MaterialLoad CapacityTypeFork Pocket SizeCapacityFork Pocket CenterNumber Of DrumsDrum ActionPrice (ex. VAT)
ADGS-A-PSDPlastic, Steel1500 lbs.-7 1/8" x 7 1/8"1500 lbs.20 1/2"1Lift€832.81
BDGS-55-DSteel1500 lbs.Fold Up6 7/8"1500 lbs.13 1/2"1Lift€565.98
CDGS-ASteel800 lbs.Adjustable Fold Up7 1/2"800 lbs.-1Lift€628.85
DDGS-55-D-GSteel1500 lbs.Fold Up--20 1/4"1-€696.84
RFQ
LIFTOMATIC -

High Volume Forklift Mounted Drum Handlers

StyleModelLoad CapacityNumber Of DrumsDrum Action
AL4F8000 lbs.4Lift
RFQ
BL4F-QC8000 lbs.4Lift
RFQ
CL4F-CB8000 lbs.4Lift
RFQ
DL4C8000 lbs.4Lift
RFQ
ES4F8000 lbs.4Lift
RFQ
FL8F-CB16000 lbs.8Lift
RFQ
LIFTOMATIC -

Heavy Duty Forklift Mounted Drum Handlers

StyleModelLoad CapacityNumber Of DrumsDrum ActionPrice (ex. VAT)
A1-CM-DCM-BC2000 lbs.1Lift-
RFQ
B1-DCM-BC-ADJ-SOM2000 lbs.1Lift€4,058.77
RFQ
C2-CM-DCM-BC2000 lbs.2Lift-
RFQ
D1-DCM-BC-ADJ-SOM-QC2000 lbs.1Lift-
RFQ
E2-DCM-BC-ADJ-SOM4000 lbs.2Lift€6,651.87
RFQ
F2-DCM-BC-ADJ-SOM-QC4000 lbs.2Lift-
RFQ
G3-DCM-BC-ADJ-SOM6000 lbs.3Lift-
RFQ
H4-DCM-BC-ADJ-SOM8000 lbs.4Lift-
RFQ
MORSE DRUM -

Forklift-Karriers

StyleModelDrum MaterialLoad CapacityCapacityHalf Full CapacityNumber Of DrumsDrum ActionDrum TypeDrum Dia.Price (ex. VAT)
A285AMFiber, Plastic, Steel800 lbs.800 lbs.500 lbs.1Lift, Pour, TransportClosed22" to 23.5"-
RFQ
B285A-HDSSSteel1500 lbs.800 lbs. to 1500 lbs.800 lbs.1Lift, Pour, TransportClosed22" to 23.5"€7,987.00
LIFTOMATIC -

Light Duty Forklift Mounted Drum Handlers

StyleModelLoad CapacityNumber Of DrumsDrum Action
A1-LEO-100-SOM100 lbs.1Lift
RFQ
B2-LEO-100-SOM100 lbs.1Lift
RFQ
CLD-1750 lbs.1Lift
RFQ
DJR-CM750 lbs.1Lift
RFQ
ELD-21500 lbs.2Lift
RFQ
MORSE DRUM -

Morspeed 1000 Series Forklift Drum Handler Attachments

StyleModelTypeSpark ResistantDrum MaterialLoad CapacityNumber Of DrumsDrum ActionWidth Between ForksFork Pocket DepthPrice (ex. VAT)
A286-1Non Spark ResistantNoFiber, Plastic, Steel1000 lbs.1Lift, Transport16 3/8"26 5/8"€1,221.11
B286M-1Spark ResistantYesFiber, Plastic, Steel1000 lbs.1Lift, Transport16 3/8"26 5/8"-
RFQ
MORSE DRUM -

Morstak Series Drum Rackers

StyleModelTypeMounting TypeDrum MaterialLoad CapacityNumber Of DrumsDrum ActionRemote TypeVoltagePrice (ex. VAT)
A289CCarriage MountedCarriage MountPlastic, Steel800 lbs.1Lift, Rack, Tilt, TransportWireless Control Optional12V DC€8,982.75
RFQ
B289FFork MountedFork MountPlastic, Steel800 lbs.1Lift, Rack, Tilt, TransportWireless Control Optional12V DC€9,139.98
RFQ
DAYTON -

Fork Mounted Drum Grabs For Steel Drums

StyleModelDrum CapacityLoad CapacityNumber Of DrumsFork Pocket SizeOverall WidthOverall HeightOverall LengthDrum TypePrice (ex. VAT)
A21VG4230 gal., 55 gal.1000 lbs.15 1/2" x 2"28 3/8"5 1/2"41 3/8"Closed€656.37
A21VG4330 gal., 55 gal.1500 lbs.15 1/2" x 2"41 1/2"5 1/2"28"Closed€2,226.87
B21VG4630 gal., 55 gal.1000 lbs.27" x 2 1/4"51 1/8"7 1/8"42 3/4"Closed€929.81
C21VG5430 gal., 55 gal., 85 gal.1500 lbs.15 1/2" x 5 1/2"27 3/4"7 1/2"35 1/4"Closed€785.12
D29PH1930 gal., 55 gal., 85 gal.1000 lbs.15 1/2" x 2"28"34"34"-€631.71
E29PH2030 gal., 55 gal., 85 gal.1600 lbs.17" x 2 1/4"28"35 1/4"33 3/4"-€2,125.10
F29PH2130 gal., 55 gal., 85 gal.2000 lbs.27" x 2 1/4"44"35 1/2"42"-€3,123.78
G29PH2230 gal., 55 gal., 85 gal.3200 lbs.27" x 2 1/4"44"35 1/2"42"-€3,435.99
H21VG3955 gal.800 lbs.15 1/2" x 2"23 5/8"3 3/4"37 3/8"Open€651.58
I21VG4055 gal.1000 lbs.15 1/2" x 2"23 5/8"3 3/4"37 3/8"Closed€977.17
J21VG4155 gal.1500 lbs.15 1/2" x 2"28"5"43 1/8"Closed€946.18
K21VG4555 gal.1000 lbs.27" x 2 1/4"43 1/8"7 1/2"46 1/8"Closed€785.04
L21VG4955 gal.800 lbs.17 1/2" x 2 1/2"38 1/2"16 1/4"26 3/8"Closed€1,217.12
M21VG5055 gal.1500 lbs.17 1/2" x 2 1/2"38 1/2"16 1/4"30 1/2"Closed€946.01
DAYTON -

Fork Mounted Drum Handlers For Plastic/Poly Drums

StyleModelDrum CapacityLoad CapacityNumber Of DrumsDrum MaterialFork Pocket SizeOverall WidthOverall HeightOverall LengthPrice (ex. VAT)
A21VG4430 gal., 55 gal.1000 lbs.1Poly5 3/8" x 1 1/2"24"6"30"€455.77
B21VG4730 gal., 55 gal.1100 lbs.1-7 1/2" x 2 1/2"28 1/4"22 1/8"48"€3,036.69
C21VG5630 gal., 55 gal.1000 lbs.1-7 1/2" x 2 1/2"28"32 1/2"43 1/4"€1,104.58
D21VG5730 gal., 55 gal.1000 lbs.2-7 1/2" x 2 1/2"40 1/2"32 1/2"43 1/4"€1,437.07
E21VG5555 gal.800 lbs.1Plastic7 1/2" x 2 1/2"28 1/4"22"56"€1,015.69
WESCO -

Forklift Mounted Drum Grabs

StyleModelDrum CapacityLoad CapacityNumber Of DrumsTypeFork Pocket SizeOverall WidthOverall HeightOverall LengthPrice (ex. VAT)
A24004730 gal. to 55 gal.1500 lbs.1Adjustable5 1/2" x 2"28"5 1/2"41 3/4"€931.82
A27008430 gal. to 55 gal.1500 lbs.1Adjustable7" x 2 1/4"28"5 1/2"41 3/4"€1,323.09
B27240130 gal. to 55 gal.1000 lbs.2Fixed7" x 2 1/4"46"7 1/4"43 1/4"€799.46
C27240830 gal. to 55 gal.1000 lbs.1Adjustable5 1/2" x 2"28"5 1/2"41 3/4"€653.92
D27240930 gal. to 55 gal.1000 lbs.2Adjustable7" x 2 1/4"51"7 1/4"42 3/4"€923.11
E24004855 gal.1500 lbs.1Fixed5 1/2" x 2"28"4 3/4"42 3/4"€924.02
F27005155 gal.1500 lbs.1Fixed7" x 2 1/4"28"4 3/4"42 3/4"€1,036.40
G24004955 gal.1500 lbs.2Fixed7" x 2 1/4"46"7 1/4"43 1/4"€1,614.76
WESCO -

Economy And Heavy Duty Gator Grips

StyleModelLoad CapacityNumber Of DrumsTypeFork Pocket SizeOverall WidthOverall HeightOverall LengthDrum CapacityPrice (ex. VAT)
A2400911000 lbs.1Single Drum5 1/2" x 2"28"34"34"30 gal. to 55 gal.€1,336.28
B2400921000 lbs.2Double Drum7" x 2 1/4"32 1/4"34"34"30 gal. to 55 gal.€2,354.92
C2400961600 lbs.1Single Drum7" x 2 1/4"32"37"28"30 gal. to 55 gal.€2,823.74
D2400971600 lbs.2Double Drum7" x 2 1/4"32"37"28"30 gal. to 55 gal.€4,631.31
MORSE DRUM -

Custom Forklift Drum Handlers

StyleModelDrum MaterialLoad CapacityNumber Of DrumsTypeDrum ActionFork Pocket SizeCapacityDrum Dia.Price (ex. VAT)
A288-1S-HDFiber, Plastic, Steel2500 lbs.1Single DrumLift, Transport16 1/2"2500 lbs.-€4,318.43
B285SX-NTSteel3000 lbs.1-Lift, Transport--22 1/2"-
RFQ
LIFTOMATIC -

Standard Duty Forklift Mounted Drum Handlers

StyleModelLoad CapacityNumber Of DrumsDrum ActionPrice (ex. VAT)
A1-CM-DCMJ-BC1000 lbs.1Lift-
RFQ
B1-DCMJ-BC-ADJ-SOM1000 lbs.1Lift-
RFQ
C1-FTA-BC-ADJ-SOM1500 lbs.1Lift€3,325.93
RFQ
D1-CM-FTA-BC1500 lbs.1Lift-
RFQ
E1-FTA-PNC-BC-ADJ-SOM1500 lbs.1Lift-
RFQ
F2-DCMJ-BC-ADJ-SOM2000 lbs.2Lift-
RFQ
G2-CM-DCMJ-BC2000 lbs.2Lift-
RFQ
H2-FTA-BC-ADJ-SOM3000 lbs.2Lift€5,524.43
RFQ
I2-CM-FTA-BC3000 lbs.2Lift-
RFQ
J4-FTA-BC-ADJ-SOM6000 lbs.4Lift-
RFQ
MORSE DRUM -

Morspeed 1500 Series Forklift Drum Handler Attachments

StyleModelNumber Of DrumsTypeDrum HeadsDrum MaterialLoad CapacityFork Pocket SizeDrum ActionOtherPrice (ex. VAT)
A288-11Single Drum1Fiber, Plastic, Steel1500 lbs.16 1/2"Lift, TransportFork Pocket Minimum Opening 16.5"€2,075.36
B288-1-2H1Single Drum2Fiber, Plastic, Steel1500 lbs.16 1/2"Lift, TransportFork Pocket Minimum Opening 16.5"€3,154.97
C2871Single Drum1Fiber, Plastic, Steel1500 lbs.16 1/2"Lift, TransportFork Pocket Minimum Opening 16.5"€1,467.43
C287-2H1Single Drum2Fiber, Plastic, Steel1500 lbs.16 1/2"Lift, TransportFork Pocket Minimum Opening 16.5"€2,557.52
D288-22Double Drum1Fiber, Plastic, Steel1500 lbs.16 1/2"Lift, TransportFork Pocket Minimum Opening 16.5"€3,396.05
E288-2-2H2Double Drum-Fiber, Plastic, Steel1500 lbs.16 1/2"Lift, TransportFork Pocket Minimum Opening 16.5"€5,555.26
DAYTON -

Fork Mounted Drum Lifters For Steel Drums

StyleModelLoad CapacityNumber Of DrumsOverall WidthJaw OpeningDrum MaterialFork Pocket SizeOverall HeightOverall LengthPrice (ex. VAT)
A29PH231500 lbs.138 1/4"20"Steel7" x 2 1/4"36"38 3/4"€2,088.23
B29PH174000 lbs.246 3/4"22.812"Steel7" x 2 1/4"36"38 3/4"€5,168.05
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Fork Mounted Drum Handling Equipment

Fork mounted drum handling equipment is mounted on forks to allow forklifts to lift and carry steel and poly drums. The equipment includes drum lifters, stackers, carriers, drum grabs, gloves, drum grips, forklift forks, drum handlers, rackers and gator belts. Raptor Supplies offers a wide range of fork mounted drum handling equipment from brands like Dayton, Valley Craft, Morse, Wesco and Vestil. Morse forklift drum handlers feature a rotator that can turn a drum 360 degrees in either direction and a pull chain to control the drum tilt. These drum handlers come with a cinch chain and ratchet tightener to manually secure the drum in the holder. Fork mounted drum grippers from Vestil allow the operator to pick up one or two open & closed head steel drums without leaving the seat of the fork truck.These drum grippers feature a knuckle gripping system to offer a tight grip around the drum so that it can be lifted in the air safely. Choose from a wide range of fork mounted drum handling equipment, available for a max load capacity up to 2500 lb.

Working Mechanism

  • Securely mount these forklift drum attachments on the forks of a forklift.
  • Attach the drum to the jaws / grip of the unit.
  • Lift the drum and then move the forklift to the desired dispensing location.
  • Control the tilt of the drum manually or using battery powered controls.
  • After pouring the drum content, move the drum to its untitled position & then lower the drum to the ground level.
  • Remove the drums from the drum handler forklift attachment. Remove the attachment from the forks. Securely store the units for future use.

Features

Morse Forklift Drum Handlers :

  • They feature a rotator that can turn a drum 360 degrees in either direction and a pull chain to control the drum tilt.
  • These drum handlers come with a cinch chain and ratchet tightener to manually secure the drum in the holder.
  • The brand's 285AM-HD drum carrier has spark resistant parts and is ideal for use in hazardous areas.

Vestil Fork Mounted Drum Grippers :

  • They allow the operator to pick up one or two open & closed head steel drums without leaving the seat of the fork truck.
  • These drum grippers feature a knuckle gripping system to offer a tight grip around the drum so that it can be lifted in the air safely.
  • They have load capacities up to 800 lb.

Vestil Drum Lifter Forklift Attachments :

  • These FDPL Series fork mounted drum handlers have a unique design that allows easy handling of oddly shaped drums.
  • They have 7-1/2 x 2-1/2 inch (width x height) fork pockets for easy installation on forks.
  • Vestil FPDL-8-L fork mounted poly drum handler features a low attachment for gripping the drums having both open & closed heads from the bottom. It can lift only 55-gallon tapered round bottom plastic drums.
  • Vestil FPDL-11-H poly drum handler is equipped with a high attachment for gripping closed head drums from the top and can handle both 30 & 55-gallon drums made of plastic, steel & fibre.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I lift two drums at the same time?

Yes, Morse offers multiple forklift drum attachments that can lift two drums simultaneously.

What are Wesco Gator Grips?

Wesco Gator Grips are used for automatically picking up drums without the forklift driver / user ever leaving their seat. They also feature a patented Auto Grip Lock facility for automatically locking the jaws and maintaining a positive lock over the drums, even over rough terrain.

What is the load capacity of these fork-mounted drum handling equipment?

These forklift drum attachments can lift loads ranging from 700 to 4000 lb.

How do I attach and operate Vestil FDG Series fork mounted drum grippers?

Slide the drum gripper onto the forklift forks, secure it in place and engage the arms around the drum. The gripper may be operated manually or through hydraulic controls, which should also be outlined in the user manual.

What safety precautions should be taken when using drum lifter forklift attachments?

Operators should be trained in their proper use, including securing the drum correctly and maintaining stability during lifting and transport. Regular inspections of the attachment for wear and damage are also crucial.

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