55 Gallon Blue Tight Head Plastic Drum, UN Rated, 2″ NPS & 2″ Buttress Fittings

This tight head plastic UN Rated blue 55 gallon drum is also known as a shipping container. This blow molded drum is made of industrial strength high molecular weight polyethylene (HMWPE), a plastic similar to HDPE but more durable, with extra thick walls to provide superior performance and durability. The seamless construction of this closed head drum is suitable for outdoor use. This drum’s highest fill temperature is 140 °F and its lowest fill temperature is -40 °F. This closed head storage drum features drain vents molded in the top with two 2″ openings. The first is a 2″ NPS bung opening which includes a NPT plug with a 3/4″ center reducer & faucet carrier and a EPDM gasket. The second is a 2″ Buttress bung opening which includes a Buttress plug and EPDM gasket.

Key benefits

• Original Single L-Ring design offers the best in material handling, and long service life
• Integrally molded top ring facilitates handling using “parrot’s beak” assembly, side grabber, hoist, forklift, and hand truck
• Optimally drainable
• Bottom handhold for easy handling
• Same dimensions as a steel drum for standardized handling and conveying
• Complies with FDA regulations for food and drugs

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