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Product Highlights
- Hands-free lifting – Auto jaw system
- For steel or plastic drums – Open or closed
- OSHA-ready – No manual handling needed
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SKU IA5636
Forklift-mounted drum lifter with automatic rim grip. Handles steel or plastic drums. No manual handling required. 750 kg or 1,500 kg models. Ideal for US warehouses and job sites.
Quickest Available Delivery: Quickest Available Delivery: 5 Day Delivery
The HERMEQ Rim Grip Drum Lifter is an automatic forklift attachment for lifting and transporting open or closed-top drums. Designed to minimize operator effort and maximize jobsite efficiency, it automatically grips the drum rim without manual intervention.
Available Models:
- Single Drum: 750 kg (1,650 lb) capacity
- Dual Drum: 1,500 kg (3,300 lb) capacity
Key Features:
- Automatic jaw action – No need to exit cab
- For plastic or steel drums – Open or closed tops
- Fully mechanical operation – No hydraulics required
- Indoor or outdoor use – Suitable for rough site conditions
- Bright orange finish – High visibility on US job sites
How It Works:
- Drive forks into the pockets and secure using thumbscrews
- Lift to jaw height and engage the drum rim automatically
- Lift and transport – the grip locks during movement
- To release, lower the drum until the jaws disengage
Ideal for manufacturing, warehousing, waste, or processing industries needing safe, hands-free drum handling that aligns with OSHA regulations. Forklift mast should remain vertical during operation.
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Single Drum Model
- Max Load: 1,650 lb (750 kg)
- Weight: 154 lb (70 kg)
- Center of Gravity: 33.5 in (850 mm)
- Drums: 1
Dual Drum Model
- Max Load: 3,300 lb (1,500 kg)
- Weight: 198 lb (90 kg)
- Center of Gravity: 24.8 in (630 mm)
- Drums: 2
