Drum Handling Attachments
Transform your operations with our forklift drum handling attachments, perfect for lifting, tilting, and transporting heavy drums safely and efficiently. Shop with LES - Lifting Equipment Store for premium quality that will streamline tasks and boost productivity, all at competitive prices.
Forklift Drum Attachment FAQs
Drum attachments are widely used in UK industries such as chemical manufacturing, food processing, oil and lubricants, waste management, and warehousing logistics.
Yes, but only if the attachment is rated for hazardous environments (ATEX-certified), and proper safety procedures and spill containment measures are followed.
Mechanical drum handlers use gravity or clamp mechanisms, while hydraulic models connect to the forklift’s hydraulics for powered rotation or clamping, offering more control and efficiency.
Yes, forklift operators must receive additional training to safely use drum attachments, as per HSE guidelines under the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER).