Specification

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PLASTIC DRUM STANDARD PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Product Specification Number:
PGP55
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Product Name:
GP-55
Regulatory Information: Bill of Materials: Product Illustration:
un 1H1/Y1.9/150
(Test Report P108)
un 1H1/Y1.4/150
with vent
(Test Report P102)
un 1H1/Y1.2/100
(Test Report P152)
Body:
GP-55, extrusion blow
molded high molecular
weight high density
polyethylene
(HMW-HDPE)
Fittings:
2" BTR and 2" NPS.
Vented bungs are
available as an option.
56
X
4 European BTR
available.
(BTR = Buttress,
NPS = National Pipe
Straight thread)
Nominal Capacity: Outage: Overall Height: Total Weight:
55.0 U.S. Gallons 2.2 U.S. Gallons 34.8 inches 21.0 lbs.
Actual Capacity: Outage %: Body Height: Body Weight:
57.2 U.S. Gallons 4.0 % 34.8 inches 20.8 lbs.
Export Cubes: Nominal O.D.: Mid Panel Height: Min. wall thickness:
10.41 cu. ft. 23.3 inches 10.3 inches 0.090 inches
Special Notes:
1) Maximum filling temperature 150 F. When filled
at this recommended maximum filling temperature
drums should be allowed to cool to ambient prior
to stacking. Drums filled at elevated temperatures
should be vented properly to prevent vacuum
formation within the drum which can compromise
stacking capability.
2) Drums may be stacked 3 high (1+2) maximum
with pallets between drums.
For nonvented drums, maximum top load on
bottom drums not to exceed 2000 lbs each.
For vented drums, maximum top load on bottom
drums not to exceed 1400 lbs each.
Pallets should be of good quality that provides
adequate support for plastic drums.
3) Handle with parrotbeak, side grabber, and sling.
4) Fits four wide in standard trailer.
5) Recycle symbol embossed on bottom.
6) Compatibility with hazardous materials as listed in
49CFR are the responsibility of the filler.
7) Test Report P152, drum is manufactured with 100%
in-process regrind available from
Mt. Sterling.
Data, dimensions, and information provided on this document are considered as nominal values for general purpose use in evaluating this
product for customer's application. These are not considered as manufacturing specifications. It is the responsibility of the customer or filler to
select the appropriate packaging for use or resale, based on all information at their disposal, including specific application, regulatory
compliance, product compatibility, transport, storage, and material handling requirements. Regulatory compliance for remanufacture, repair, or
reuse of packaging is the responsibility of the reconditioner, customer and filler. Refer to appropriate regulations for packaging filling, transport,
and storage requirements with your specific product.
WE HEREBY DISCLAIM AND EXCLUDE ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION THE IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
Revision 9: December 2011\