55 Gallon Plastic Drum

55 Gallon Plastic Drums for Storage

55 Gallon Plastic Drums

Tired of replacing old, corroded drums? Our high-quality plastic 55 gallon drums offer the same strength and durability as steel drums, but with a longer life and seamless construction. Excellent for outdoor use, these plastic drums are made from corrosion-free polyethylene, providing a cost-effective solution for various storage needs. Materials have been approved to meet FDA standards with a 180" nominal wall thickness and true straight sides to match 55 gallon steel drums.

55 Gallon Drums Details

Plastic drums are available in red, yellow, green, blue, black, and white, with capacities ranging from 15 to 55 gallons. Choose our durable and versatile plastic 55 gallon drums for all your storage and transportation needs.

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Features of Plastic 55 Gallon Drums

• Seamless Polyethylene Construction: Built from durable, seamless polyethylene for added strength and longevity.
• FDA Approved Materials: Made from FDA-approved materials, ensuring safe storage of food and beverages.
• 180" Nominal Wall Thickness: Provides robust protection and durability with a substantial wall thickness.
• Roughened Chimes for Easy Gripping: Designed with roughened chimes to facilitate easy handling and transportation.
• Standard 2" and 3/4 NPT or 2" Buttress: Equipped with standard 2" and 3/4 NPT or 2" buttress fittings for secure closures.
• Ample Space for Labels and Marking: Offers ample space for clear labeling and marking, ensuring easy identification of contents.

Benefits of Plastic 55 Gallon Drums

• Corrosion-Free: These plastic drums are corrosion-free, making them ideal for long-term storage and outdoor use.
• Safe for Various Liquids: Suitable for storing a wide range of liquids, including food, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals.
• High Resistance to Rust: Unlike steel drums, these plastic drums do not rust, ensuring the purity of stored contents.
• Easy to Move & Ship: Lightweight and designed for easy handling, making them convenient for shipping and transport.
• Safely Identified: Large labeling areas allow for safe and clear identification of drum contents.
• Resistance to Leaking and Cracks: High resistance to leaking and cracking, providing a secure and reliable storage solution.

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Applications of Plastic 55 Gallon Drums

Our high-quality plastic 55 gallon drums are versatile and suitable for a wide range of applications across various industries. In the food and beverage industry, these FDA-approved drums are perfect for storing and transporting food products and beverages, ensuring safety and purity. In the chemical industry, the corrosion-free polyethylene construction provides high resistance to chemical reactions, making them ideal for storing acids, bases, solvents, and other hazardous materials. The pharmaceutical industry benefits from these drums by maintaining the purity and safety of ingredients and finished products, making them suitable for pharmaceutical compounds and active ingredients.

For industrial use, plastic drums are durable and resistant to cracking and leaking, making them perfect for storing lubricants, oils, and industrial fluids. They are also excellent for environmental and waste management applications, providing leak-proof containment for waste materials. In emergency preparedness and disaster relief, these drums are essential for storing water, non-perishable food, and medical supplies, ensuring durability and resistance to environmental factors. Additionally, in agricultural use, these drums are ideal for storing and transporting water, fertilizers, and pesticides. By choosing our plastic 55 gallon drums, you are investing in a versatile and durable storage solution that meets the needs of various industries, ensuring safety and integrity across multiple applications.

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