How many gallons is a standard plastic drum?

The standard size is 55 gallons (208 liters). We also stock 57 gallon drums for a little extra headroom, 77 gallon open head drums, and smaller 8 to 30 gallon drums for lighter loads.

Are your plastic drums food grade?

Many new drums in this category are made from FDA-compliant, food-grade HDPE; the product page states it where it applies. Reconditioned and washed drums have held other products and should not be used for food.

What is the difference between NPS and buttress fittings?

Both are 2" bung threads on tight head drums. Buttress threads are coarse and quick to turn, while NPS (National Pipe Straight) threads fit many standard pump and faucet adapters. Having one of each makes a drum compatible with more equipment.

Can plastic drums be stacked?

Empty taper sided drums nest inside one another to save space. Straight sided drums cannot nest, so store them side by side or on pallets.

Do you sell plastic drums in bulk?

Yes. Several metric drums are sold in packs and as a full load, and we can quote larger mixed orders. Contact us with sizes and quantities for a bulk quote.