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Counterbalance Drum Depalletiser - 350kg safe working load (SWL) model explained
STS counterbalance drum lifters are manufactured in two primary variants, the standard 250kg-SWL model and an extended 350kg-SWL model – this post explains the differences.
STS counterbalance drum lifters are designed and manufactured with two safe working loads. The two primary variants, the standard 250kg-SWL model and an extended 350kg-SWL model.Here at STS we design all are equipment to not exceed the certified maximum load the unit. A full 200 litre drum of water weighs approximately 210kg, if the water is changed for honey the drum will weigh approximately 294kg.
It is important when deciding to buy manual handling equipment you study the process and calculate the weight of your heaviest drums. Although a drum is capable of holding 200 litres this is not always relative to its weight. Depending on the thickness and variety of materials you are handling the weight can differ so it is vital you calculate your safe working load appropriately.
The counterbalance drum lifter has many benefits one of which is the width of the unit. The DTP08-250kg model is suitable for confined areas where alternative wider units would not be suitable. The DTP08-250kg model comes as standard certified to 250kg. If you need to lift drums which weigh more than 250kg we can offer the DTP08-350kg; this model is 230mm longer and therefore the counterweight has a greater effect on the load carrying capability; as such drums weighing up to 350kg can be handled with ease.
