Recent revision of Closure Instructions for all UN packagings further emphasizes the information that must be given by packaging manufacturers and distributors (Docket #HM-215E). For steel drums (CFR 178.2(c), the ‘art’ of closing a steel drum must be translated into a technical procedural instruction. The DOT has now stated that Closure Instructions are to include [...] Read Full Story
When buying a UN specification drum, the entire design of the drum and all its components (heads, ring, gasket, bolt, nut, plugs) is defined by the test samples. With all of these elements being incorporated into a drum type that must meet a test standard, users cannot alter or exchange any of these components as [...] Read Full Story
By far, one of the most critical components to a proper drum seal is the gasket. Since the adoption of POPS, new gasket styles, materials and profiles have entered the market to increase drum integrity and performance. However, drum fillers must be aware that all gaskets need to be inspected prior to sealing or closing [...] Read Full Story