In its search for drum handling equipment that would reduce the risk of neck and back pain, W.P.C. Brands, Inc found the solution: a Drum Runner Model 5600 drum handler.

Employees of the Wisconsin-based manufacturer of insect repellants, fish attractants, and miscellaneous chemical solutions had to manually move drums from pallets to the floor, where they used a drum tipper or forklift to dump the contents. This approach required at least two people and was awkward, unsafe, and a real "back breaker." Employees frequently reported back, shoulder, neck, foot, and hand injuries resulting from the manual process. Spills were common, as drums fell off the pallet or forklift, damaging the drums and causing leakage.

Then W.P.C. Brands purchased the Model 5600, a fully equipped, multifunctional drum handler that allows users to safely and efficiently lift, transport, palletize, rotate, and pour drums weighing up to 1,000 pounds. The company chose Drum Runner because of the available options and capabilities, which far surpassed all competitive offerings.

"Drum Runner is built very well -- good balance and maneuverability -- very sturdy. I regret we didn't get one sooner," asserts Thomas R. Ziolkowski, maintenance supervisor of W.P.C. Brands.

Drum Runner specializes in user-friendly drum handling solutions that reduce spillage and improve safety when maneuvering steel, plastic, and fiber drums. Its wide range of standard drum management equipment is engineered to exacting specifications using the highest quality materials.

"Drum Runner has sped up our manufacturing process, because I don't have to wait for someone to move the drums for me. I can do it myself now and can do other things while it's dumping product into the vessel," says a W.P.C. employee. "It has saved me time and money by not having to go to the chiropractor 2-3 times a week for back, neck, and shoulder pain," she goes on. "I recommend Drum Runner to everyone."

Headquartered in Columbus, OH, Drum Runner manufactures and markets a wide range of drum management equipment including multi-function drum handlers that lift, palletize, transport, rotate, pour, stack, and weigh steel, plastic and fiber drums, serving a wide range of industries. Optional built-in scales can eliminate the need for separate weighing equipment. Specialized forklift attachments and hoist adapters that maximize the efficiency of existing materials handling equipment are also available.