Because you are purchasing a drum that meets the United Nations criteria for shipping hazardous materials, the proper closure of the drum is the final and most important part of the closure process. In fact, the US Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, paragraph 178.2(c), requires that packaging manufacturers give current written instructions to the fillers and shippers about the proper closure procedure for their "manufacturer-specific" packaging. For example, all 55 gallon drums are not the same and Closure Instructions must be from the specific manufacturer.
Like the drum, Closure Instructions are not generic. While every SKOLNIK order is shipped with written Closure Instructions, you can now view a video of the proper closure of the Closed Head with 2" and ¾" fittings, Open Head with a Bolt Ring, and the Open Head with a Quick Lever closure ring. In addition, written Closure Instructions are also available in Spanish. Check out all our Closure Instruction options here and call us if you need further clarification or would like to receive additional information for your record keeping.