Barrel and Can Transportation
PM Manipulators: Safe and Efficient Drum, Barrel, and Container Handling in Chemical, Paint, and Food Industries
Challenges in Industrial Drum and Barrel Handling
Handling drums, barrels, and containers in chemical, paint, petroleum, solvent, and food production is risky due to:
PM Industrial Manipulators eliminate these risks with fully pneumatic balancing systems.
Operators can lift, rotate, or empty barrels safely and effortlessly, from a secure distance.
Drum and Barrel Handling Technology
The pneumatic balancing system neutralizes the weight of the load.
Drums can be rotated 0°–90° or 180° and positioned accurately on production lines or filling units.
Special safety valves and braking systems ensure maximum safety in ATEX-required zones, allowing liquid-filled drums to be moved without spills or tipping.
Applications
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Chemical and petrochemical facilities
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Paint, solvent, and thinner production lines
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Food and beverage filling lines
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Storage and packaging areas
Technical Specifications
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Load Capacity: 25 – 450 kg (depending on model)
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Rotation Capability: 0°–90°–180°
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Grip Type: Pneumatic clamp, hook, or specialized drum gripper
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Operating Principle: 100% pneumatic – no electricity required
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Installation Options: Column, ceiling, or rail-mounted
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Safety: CE certified, compliant with EN 14238 and ISO 12100
Twin-Rope Models – For Light and Medium Drums
Designed for fast, repetitive handling. The load is “weightless,” and the operator only guides it.
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PM Transporter – Up to 120 kg
Ideal for small barrels, cans, and packaged liquid products.
Advantage: Compact, quick lifting, low energy use.
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PM Helpful – Up to 180 kg
For medium-sized metal or plastic drums.
Advantage: Twin-rope design ensures balanced, maneuverable handling.
Rigid-Arm Models – For Heavy and Rotating Drums
Rigid-arm models are designed for high-moment and liquid-filled drums.
The arm ensures stable transport without bending or swaying.
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PM Forceful – Up to 450 kg
90° rotation allows safe vertical–horizontal transport of full barrels.
Advantage: High stability, pneumatic brake, controlled emptying.
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PM Drumful – Up to 250 kg (Special Drum Handling Model)
Designed specifically for drums, barrels, and containers.
Advantage: 90° tilt movement, single-operator operation, anti-spill safety system.
ATEX Compliance: Suitable for chemical, paint, solvent, and petroleum production facilities.
Advantages of PM Manipulators in Drum Handling
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🧭 Pneumatic balancing makes heavy drums “weightless”
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⚙️ Controlled emptying with vertical–horizontal rotation
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👷 Reduces operator fatigue, provides ergonomic operation
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🧲 Safe handling with pneumatic clamps or vacuum grips
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🕒 Up to 40% faster handling time
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🧯 Special safety valves for ATEX environments
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🛡️ CE & EN 14238 compliant safe design
Efficiency, Safety, and Ergonomics Combined
PM Industrial Manipulators enhance operator safety and production speed.
They allow single-operator handling without spillage, deformation, or accidents.
Locally Produced – Global Quality
Developed by Erha Engineering in Turkey, PM Manipulators leverage 35+ years of engineering experience.
They provide industry-leading safe handling solutions in chemical, paint, food, and energy sectors.
All models are CE certified and fully compliant with EN 14238 and ISO 12100 standards.