55 Gallon Drums
55 Gallon Steel Drums for Industrial Storage
Industries Benefiting from 55 Gallon Steel Drums
Looking for a 55 gallon steel drum that ensures purity and compatibility for your storage needs? Our collection of stainless steel drums outperforms carbon steel drums in corrosion resistance, tensile strength, and reusability.
Designed with 304-2B polished stainless steel, these drums are perfect for storing, shipping, and handling foods and chemicals where product integrity is paramount.
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Steel Drums Details
Our 55 gallon stainless steel drums are available in three high-quality stainless steel types: 304, 316, and 409. Each type offers unique benefits to meet your specific needs:
- 304 Stainless Steel: Provides excellent corrosion resistance and is ideal for general-purpose storage and handling.
- 316 Stainless Steel Offers superior resistance to corrosion and is perfect for highly corrosive environments, including marine applications.
- 409 Stainless Steel: Known for its durability and cost-effectiveness, suitable for various industrial uses.
These drums are constructed to provide maximum durability and reliability, ensuring safe containment of your products.
UN Certification and Versatile Capacities
Our stainless steel drums are available with UN Certification, ensuring they meet international safety standards for the storage and transportation of both solids and liquids. This certification provides peace of mind, knowing your materials are stored and transported safely and compliantly. Choose from a range of capacities to suit your needs:
- 20 Gallon Stainless Steel Drums
- 30 Gallon Stainless Steel Drums
- 55 Gallon Stainless Steel Drums
- 85 Gallon Stainless Steel Drums
Each drum size is designed for specific applications, with optional covers available to provide added protection and security for your stored materials.
Stainless Steel Drums Specifications
| Capacity (Gal) | Gauge (Top Body, Bottom) | Style | UN - Liquid | Weight (lbs.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | 18/18/18 | 25 | 24 (10.9) | 30 |
| 20 | 18/18/18 | 55 | 30 (13.6) | 30 |
| 30 | 18/18/18 | 88 | 38 (17.2) | 40 |
| 30 | 18/18/18 | 25 | 24 (10.9) | 40 |
| 55 | 18/18/18 | 55 | 30 (13.6) | 55 |
| 55 | 18/18/18 | 25 | 24 (10.9) | 50 |
Stainless Steel Covers Specifications
| Capacity (Gal) | Gauge (Top Body, Bottom) | Style | Weight (lbs.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | 18 | Open Head | 4.5 |
| 30 | 18 | Open Head | 4.5 |
| 55 | 18 | Open Head | 7 |
| 55 | 16 | Open Head | 8 |
| 85 | 16 | Open Head | 12.5 |
Benefits of Stainless Steel Drums
Stainless steel drums offer numerous advantages over other storage solutions:
- Corrosion Resistance: Stainless steel provides superior protection against rust and corrosion, ensuring the longevity of your drum.
- Tensile Strength: The high tensile strength of stainless steel makes these drums durable and resistant to damage.
- Purity and Non-Reactivity: Stainless steel is non-reactive, preventing contamination and ensuring the purity of stored products, which is crucial for food and chemical storage.
- Reusability: Designed for repeated use, stainless steel drums are cost-effective and environmentally friendly, reducing waste and the need for frequent replacements.
Applications of Stainless Steel Drums
Our stainless steel drums are ideal for a wide range of applications, offering unparalleled durability, corrosion resistance, and versatility. In the food industry, maintaining hygiene and product integrity is crucial. These 55 gallon stainless steel drums are perfect for storing and transporting various food products, ensuring that contents remain uncontaminated and preserving quality and safety. The chemical industry also benefits significantly from these drums due to their exceptional resistance to corrosion and chemical reactions. These 55 gallon drums provide safe containment and transportation for acids, bases, solvents, and other hazardous materials, preventing leaks and spills that could harm the environment or workforce.
We also offer Industrial Drum Heater Blankets. Please visit our Drum Heater Blankets page to learn more.
The pharmaceutical industry demands the highest standards of purity and safety, which our 55 gallon stainless steel drums meet by offering a sterile and secure environment for storing active ingredients and finished products. Their corrosion-resistant properties ensure contents are not compromised, making them suitable for sensitive compounds and medications. Additionally, in various industrial applications such as manufacturing, automotive, and construction, these 55 gallon drums provide durable and reliable storage solutions for lubricants, oils, industrial waste, and raw materials. Their high tensile strength and resistance to environmental factors make them suitable for heavy-duty use, ensuring materials are stored safely and securely, reducing contamination risks and enhancing overall safety and efficiency.
Looking for water storage solutions? We can help! Call us at 1-863-270-8118 or contact us to discuss your needs.