Many customer ask why come steel drums have two hoops (swedges or rolling rings) in the body of the drum and some have three. While …
2" And 3/4" Plug Insertions Are Included
Unlike the retired DOT test criteria, containers tested in accordance with UN Performance Standards cannot deviate from the test model except for very few modifications …
New Product Development Requires Patience
‘Specialties’ could certainly be our middle name! Recently, we completed a new packaging design which was eight months in the making. Through intensive research, development, …
Multilingual Labels
Recently, a long-time customer inquired about modifying our Salvage Drum labels. For years they had been receiving our Salvage Drums with the words ‘Salvage Drum’ …
Just What Is A Rush?
For years, customers have asked for RUSH shipments, and at Skolnik we take these requests quite seriously. However, the expectation of a RUSH delivery varies …
Airlines Investigate Drums On Planes
Due to the increase in incidents of some drum failures aboard aircraft, many domestic and international airlines are considering a ban on drum shipments. Focused …