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81 Series Drum Spotters / Drum Palletizers

81 Series Drum Spotters / Drum Palletizers

81 Series Drum Spotters / Drum Palletizers

Product catalog summary
Overview: The document provides specifications and operational procedures for the Drum Spotter models 81, 81M, and 81-SS, manufactured by Morse Mfg. Co., Inc. These models are designed for handling rimmed drums, specifically 55-gallon steel, poly, and fiber drums.
Specifications:
  • Compatible with drums 22” to 23.5” in diameter and 34” to 36” in height.
  • Capacity: 800 lbs (363 kg).
  • Maximum pallet height: 6” (15 cm).
  • Equipped with two 6” polyolefin load wheels and two 4” rear swivel casters.
Operational Procedures:
  1. To Lift a Drum: Position the Drum Spotter at the pallet corner, align hooks below the drum rim, and pull the handle down to lift the drum.
  2. To Lower a Drum: Push down and use hand-operated releases to gently lower the drum.
  3. Steel Hooks: Automatically release when the drum is settled on the floor or pallet.
  4. Lifting Handle: Held by a gas spring, with ratchets to maintain position and support drum weight.
Models:
  • Model 81: Standard Drum Spotter.
  • Model 81M: Includes spark-resistant parts.
  • Model 81-SS: Stainless steel with bead blast finish.
Product and Shipping Dimensions:
  • Product dimensions: 74.25” height, 41.5” I.D., 48.5” O.D.
  • Ships in two cartons to reduce freight costs: Carton A (54 lbs) and Carton B (157 lbs).
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Catalog excerpts

81 Series Drum Spotters / Drum Palletizers-1

Drum Spotter The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment Drum Mover and Palletizer Click Here to Watch the Video Designed for use with rimmed drums: • Closed 55-gallon (210 liter) steel tight-head or removable top type Many popular 55-gallon (210 liter) poly drums Many fiber drums with clamp-on lids Maximum pallet height: 6” (15 cm) Hooks hold drum below the rim Ratchets maintain handle position until you move it Handle length provides adequate leverage to lift a heavy drum Base has built-in counterweight for stability Two 6” (15 cm) polyolefin load wheels with roller bearings Two 4” (10 cm) rear swivel casters for easy steering Description Drum Spotter Drum Spotter with Spark Resistant Parts Stainless Steel Drum Spotter with bead blast finish Roll the Drum Spotter to the corner of a pallet. Position handle so hooks are positioned below drum rim. Pull handle down to lift drum clear of pallet. Dual ratchets hold up the drum when handle is pulled down. The operator then holds no weight and does not need to balance the Drum Spotter. Drum stays upright to be wheeled away. Drum Weight Approx. Handle Pull Down Force To lower drum to floor or onto a pallet, the operator pushes down and uses the two hand operated releases which allow the handle to rise. The length of the handle provides leverage to manage the descent of the drum gently. [email protected] The steel hooks release their hold after the drum settles on the floor or pallet. This picture also shows the starting position for lifting a drum from the floor. The handle of the Drum-Spotter is conveniently held up by a gas spring. The ratchets stop the handle in position for the operator to take hold and use it. These ratchets also hold the weight of the drum when lifted. 103 Kuhn Rd. Syracuse, N

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Drum Spotter The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment Product Dimensions MADE IN USA Ship Dimensions Ships “Knocked down” and packed in two cartons to reduce freight cost. Domestic ship dimensions and weights: • Carton A - Handle, stanchions and hooks: 41” x 36” x 9” (107 x 91 x 23 cm), 54 Lb. (24.5 kg) • Carton B - Base Assembly: 51” x 34” x 10” (130 x 86 x 25 cm), 157 Lb. (71.2 kg) morsedrum.com Copyright 2020 - Morse Mfg. Co., Inc.

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