120 Litre Open Top Plastic Drum-UN Approved

Name: 120 Litre Open Top Plastic Drum-UN Approved
Brand: United Packaging

A 120 Litre Open Top on the Compact 500mm Footprint

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Black lid and locking ring on a 120L plastic drum

Open top plastic drums arranged on a pallet

Product Overview

What This Product Is

A UN approved 120 litre open top HDPE drum measuring 500 x 965mm with a total weight of 7kg, supplied with a black lid and locking ring. It sits between the 60 litre and 160 litre drums in this range, sharing their 500mm diameter so pallet patterns do not change.

Key Benefits

The 500mm diameter matches the 60L and 160L drums, keeping pallet patterns consistent
Open head access means the drum empties fully and cleans properly
UN approval covers hazardous as well as non-hazardous contents
Blue as standard with customised colours available for product coding

Problems It Solves

What Goes Wrong Without It

Changing drum size normally changes the pallet pattern and the warehouse layout with it
Product left clinging inside a tight head drum cannot be recovered
Regulated shipments need approved packaging with matching documentation

Who It Is For

Application Scenarios

Chemical and coatings producers running several batch sizes
Processors who reuse drums internally between production runs
Exporters who need approved packaging without redesigning their pallet plan

Specifications

Technical Data

Volume	120L
Dimensions	500*965mm
Total Weight	7kg
Color	Blue or customized

Figures above are taken from the product documentation. Anything not listed is confirmed at enquiry rather than estimated.

Technical Features

Features and Advantages

Features

UN approved
Food grade
Blow-molding
Equipped with a black lid and a locking ring
Can be easily cleaned and sanitized for reuse

Advantages

Open head design make it easier to handle, transport, and manipulate in various industrial settings
Durable construction materials such as high-density polyethylene (HDPE) provide strength and longevity, making the drum suitable for multiple uses
Easy to handle and maneuver with the use of lifting devices, enhancing overall efficiency and safety during loading and unloading
Can be easily stacked or stored on pallets, maximizing storage space and optimizing logistics
Compliance with industry regulations and certifications, such as UN approval for hazardous materials
Cost-effective solution for bulk storage, reducing packaging and transportation costs compared to smaller containers

Use Guide

How to Specify and Use It

Confirm contents compatibility with HDPE and with the approved UN class

Fill, fit the black lid and close the locking ring evenly around the rim

Handle with a drum lifter at this weight rather than by hand

Wash, dry and inspect the rim and ring before reuse

Comparison With Other Products

Within the open head family this is the mid size: the 60 litre drum shares the same 500 x 965mm dimensions at 3.6kg, and the 160 litre drum matches it at 7kg. Choose by the volume per fill rather than by handling, since all three share the same footprint.

Customisation

Sizes, colours and materials can be adapted where the product allows it, and branding can be applied to closures and cap seals. Confirm the change you need when you send the enquiry.

Quality Control

United Packaging operates a professional quality control system under ISO 9001 certification, following quality management procedures intended to minimise the risk of defects.