Recovery of Used Steel Containers

(SW 409 – Steel drum Type A & B)

Bung type drums that previously contained oils, soaps, solvents, cleaners, and related materials are washed inside and out using a series of high pressure alkaline based aqueous solutions. They are then rinsed and dried thoroughly. After being pneumatically straightened and chimed the drums are leak tested. The drums are then painted according to customer requirement.

All drums, regardless of construction type (open top or closed top) are required to meet certain testing and construction standards if the drums are intended to be used to transport or store hazardous materials. It is imperative that shippers of hazardous products discuss these issues with their packaging suppliers.