Valley Craft Roto-Lift portable drum handler is air operated, the
counter-weighted unit centers the load between the wheels for maximum
balance and safety. The 78 inch drum handler lifts and rotates steel,
plastic or fiber drums 14 inch - 24 inch diameter. The air powered unit
has a maximum 58 inch lift height, at 17 FPM (Feet Per Minute), and
rotates drums sideways (clockwise) a full 360°. The turning radius is 61
1/4 inches. The air powered model is ideal for spark-resistant
applications and requires an outside air source. It is supplied with
filter, regulator and lubricator.
Counter weighted models are designed to butt directly up against pallets
to make loading and unloading safe and effective. Roto-lift
Counter-weighted models weigh twice as much as straddle models and
require much more effort to position and propel. Unit has 4 inch long
legs, 24 inch between legs. Supplied with (34) 13.5 lb counter weights.
50
Air motor @ 80 psi
58"
1010 lb
62"
30"
78"
Two ratchet belt tighteners and nylon belts hold drum securely.
Worm-gear rotating mechanism holds drum at any desired angle. Welded
steel frame has single post design for maximum operator
visibility. Rolls on 5 inch diameter polyurethane front wheels and 4 1/2
inch diameter rear swivel casters.
- Lift drums up to 800 lb
- Drums can be rotated sideways through 360°
- Drum handler works with steel, plastic, or fiber drums 14 inch - 24 inch diameter
Optional steel-It or stainless steel units are available for food and/or pharmaceutical applications.