Although drums with their lids removed are frequently used in industrial environments for storing dry goods and for simple disposal of inert liquid waste, there are safety concerns about storing other chemicals and liquids in this manner, and under many circumstances, getting the contents out of the drum can be a problem. Fifty five gallon drums are too heavy to lift or pour from, and so, having the right kit to get the liquid out when the drum is vertical and stable is essential. There are a number of different manual hand drum pumps available on the market that are perfect for the job.
One of the main concerns that needs to be addressed when selecting the right manual hand drum pump for your requirements is to consider the kind of liquid that you are using. While lightweight oils and other thin liquids can be pumped easily with a standard pumping system, you will need a much more powerful version to lift thicker oils and liquids such as paint, which have more weight to them.
There are many different styles of manual hand drum pump available to meet your needs, and various different mechanisms are used to actually do the pumping. The most common style of pump is...