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Fully Automatic Drum Lifter Tongs
Fully Automatic Drum Lifter Tongs
Since our founding in 1974, we have proudly been the first company in the UK to create a variety of mechanical forklift attachments, continuously supporting the material handling industry. Rest assured, you're in good hands!
All our products come fully tested and certificated in accordance with the Machinery Directive (Directive 2006/42/EC of the European Parliament) and UKCA requirements. We take Health & Safety seriously, and in doing so ensure you're supplied with a product that meets all HSE requirements.
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Fully Automatic Drum Lifter Tongs
Enhance your drum handling efficiency with Fully Automatic Drum Lifter Tongs, designed for safe and seamless vertical lifting of 210-litre steel and plastic drums. Featuring fully automatic operation, these tongs allow operators to pick up and release drums without leaving the forklift cab, boosting productivity and reducing downtime.
Suitable for use with a forklift truck (yoke required) or an overhead crane, they grip drums securely under the top lip, making them versatile for inaccessible drums in industries like manufacturing, warehousing, and chemical processing.
Constructed from lightweight mild steel and painted in high-gloss yellow for visibility, these tongs are available in 500kg or 1000kg capacities. Fully compliant with the Machinery Directive (2006/42/EC), they are UKCA-marked and include a 3-year warranty with a Certificate of Conformity. Since 1974, we’ve pioneered UK mechanical attachments, delivering reliable solutions for safe and efficient material handling. Specify drum type and lifting requirements when requesting a quote.
Why Buy Fully Automatic Drum Lifter Tongs?
- Fully Automatic Operation: Enables hands-free drum handling, increasing productivity.
- Versatile Compatibility: Suitable for 210-litre steel and 'L'/'XL' plastic drums, with forklift or crane use.
- Secure Grip: Grips under the drum’s top lip for safe and reliable lifting.
- Compliance & Warranty: UKCA-marked with a 3-year warranty.
Since 1974, we’ve led innovation in UK forklift attachments, delivering solutions to enhance safety and efficiency. Fully Automatic Drum Lifter Tongs reduce manual handling, minimise downtime, and ensure secure drum transport in demanding environments.
Product Specifications
| Model Ref | Capacity (kg) | Drum Type (210 Litre) | Type of Operation | Weight (kg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DTG-AU-1 | 500 | Steel & 'L', 'XL' Plastic | Fully-Automatic | 29 |
| DTG-AU-1-HD | 1000 | Steel & 'L', 'XL' Plastic | Fully-Automatic | 36 |
Request a quote for Fully Automatic Drum Lifter Tongs or call +44 (0)1686 611200 for bespoke solutions.
Key Features
- Fully Automatic Operation: Hands-free lifting and releasing, no operator exit required.
- Versatile Compatibility: Suitable for 210-litre steel and 'L'/'XL' plastic drums, with 500kg or 1000kg capacities.
- High-Visibility Design: High-gloss yellow mild steel for enhanced safety and visibility.
- Flexible Use: Single lifting eye for forklift (yoke required) or crane operation.
- Compliance & Warranty: UKCA-marked, certified to Machinery Directive (2006/42/EC), with a 3-year warranty.
Benefits
- Increases productivity by eliminating manual handling and reducing downtime.
- Ensures safe drum transport with secure top-lip gripping, minimising spill risks.
- Fully tested and certificated per the Machinery Directive (2006/42/EC) for reliable performance.
- Ideal for manufacturing, warehousing, and chemical processing with inaccessible drums.
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