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Liftomatic Material Handling: FTA drum handling units


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Liftomatic Material Handling, Inc. has been leading the industry in providing state-of-the-art equipment for safe, efficient and profitable handling of drums and barrels since 1947. Incorporating the time-tested and proven “Parrot-Beak®” clamping system, a complete assortment of portable devices, forklift attachments, hoist/crane attachments and drum dumping equipment are available for handling steel, plastic and fiber drums from 1 to 8 at a time.
700 Dartmouth Lane
Buffalo Grove, Illinois, 60089
United States
1 (847) 325-2930  1 (800) 837-6540  1 (847) 325-2959 
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Liftomatic Material Handling Company Profile

Attachment handles steel, plastic and fiber drums

Attachment handles steel, plastic and fiber drums

Constructed for greater productivity and safety when loading, unloading, palletizing and storing steel drums, FTA drum handling units may be specified in nearly any size or configuration, including 30-, 55- and 85-gallon.

The attachment fits directly onto the forks of any standard lift truck. Using the supplier’s Parrot-Beak clamping system and cushioned belt-cradles, the device secures and protects the drums during transport.

It is offered in models to carry one, two, three or four drums at the same time.


Company Description:

Standard Duty Forklift Mounted Drum Handlers

  • Fork mounted “Parrot-Beak®” attachments for handling steel, fiber and plastic drums
  • Ideal for applications handling up to 1000 drums per month
  • Attachments for handling from 1 to 4 drums simultaneously
  • Automatic and mechanical operation- no hydraulic or electrical connections
  • Attachments fit on any forklift
  • Spark-Resistant and EE/EX packages available
  • Capacities to 1500 pounds (681Kg) per drum
  • Custom configurations, carriage mounts and permanent weld attachments available
  • Various coating