The Rheo design library and fast track design services allow our team to efficiently tailor our products to meet the specific requirements of each application. During the design phase, the Rheo engineering team analyzes the application to develop a custom and comprehensive material handling solution. By using standard options as well as custom-designed features, a GMP operator centric design can be achieved. Load capacity, drum size, discharge height, and discharge angle are all easily customized to fit a specific application.
DT630
[Part #2025145]- Fixed Height
- Pneumatically Powered
- Discharge Height: 40″
- Mobile Free Standing Cart
- Standard Drum Cradle
DT630
[Part #2025343]- Fixed Height
- Pneumatically Powered
- Discharge Height: 34″
- Mobile Free Standing Cart
- Powered Drum Slide Cradle
DT730
[Part #2025492]- Variable Height
- Pneumatically Powered
- Discharge Height: 42-60″
- Mobile Free Standing Cart
- Standard Drum Cradle
DT730
[Part #2026137]- Variable Height
- Pneumatically Powered
- Discharge Height: 41.5-60″
- Mobile Free Standing Cart
- Powered Drum Slide Cradle
DT730
[Part #2026262]- Variable Height
- Pneumatically Powered
- Discharge Height: 48.25-72″
- Mobile Free Standing Cart
- Standard Drum Cradle
DT730
[Part #2029009]- Variable Height
- Pneumatically Powered
- Discharge Height: 44-72″
- Mobile Free Standing Cart
- Powered Drum Slide Cradle
DT730
[Part #2029255]- Variable Height
- Pneumatically Powered
- Discharge Height: 59.75-84″
- Mobile Free Standing Cart
- Standard Drum Cradle
DT730
[Part #2029207]- Variable Height
- Pneumatically Powered
- Discharge Height: 59.5-84″
- Mobile Free Standing Cart
- Powered Drum Slide Cradle
DT630
[Part #2029963]- Fixed Height
- Pneumatically Powered
- Discharge Height: 40″
- Mobile Free Standing Cart
- Tapered Cradle
DT630
[Part #2029969]- Fixed Height
- Pneumatically Powered
- Discharge Height: 40″
- In-Floor Docking Cart
- Standard Drum Cradle
Customizable
Variable Height Option
The Rheo Variable Height Drum Tipper takes the benefits of the standard Drum Tipper to a new level; a dual-stage design allows drums to be lifted and tipped at much higher heights than is possible with a standard Drum Tipper. Also, the variable height technology allows operators to serve a variety of discharge heights with a single machine; including applications with adjustable-height ergonomic features, such as enclosures.
Mounting Configurations
The Rheo Drum Tipper can be configured with different mounting styles to best fit the specific application.
Free Standing Drum Tipper
The Free Standing frame is fully mobile, requiring no floor installation. The Drum Tipper is rolled into position and floor brakes are activated before beginning the charging process.
Fixed Mount Drum Tipper
This bolt down design is made for permanent or semi-permanent installation into concrete or steel flooring. The floor mount provides increased stability for high loads.
In-Floor Docking Drum Tipper
The docking system uses a small receiver in the floor that allows the Drum Tipper to dock in place. This approach helps properly position the Drum Tipper in relation to the application and provides stability during the dumping process.
Options
A variety of options are available for the Rheo Drum Tippers to ensure the final product meets the application needs.
The following are a selection of the options available:
- Powered Drum Slide [for increasing the drum cradle reach]
- Drum Cradle Options [including tapered and removable extension]
- Compression Funnel [for reducing operator interaction during discharge]
- Product Chute [for reaching lower discharge heights]
- Operator Platform [for operator access at higher discharge heights]
Power Configurations
The Rheo Variable Height Drum Tipper has several power configuration options available.
- Fully Pneumatic: When compressed air is available, this is the simplest design with the least number of moving parts, ideal for drums weighing less than 300 kilograms. Little maintenance is required on a fully pneumatic Variable Height Drum Tipper.
- Pneumatically-powered Hydraulic: This option provides a smoother drum lift cycle than the fully pneumatic version and is primarily used for drums weighing more than 300 kilograms or drums full of liquids.
- Battery-powered Hydraulic: Without the need for a compressed air hookup, this option allows for the greatest mobility. All the electric components are enclosed in IP66 rated housing.
- Plug-in (120 VAC) Electric: This option uses a fully wash-down, high force electric actuator and plugs into any 120 VAC wall outlet. This is a good alternative when compressed air is unavailable and the drum tipper load is less than 150 kilograms.
Operator Centric Design
By designing around an analysis of operator movements during the drum charging process, an unmatched level of safety, operating simplicity, and functionality is achieved. A drum can be raised, lowered, and tipped into the proper position by using a single hand or foot control. This approach to drum handling allows the operator to easily control the product flow during the entire charging process.
Cleanability
All exposed surfaces on the Variable Height Drum Tipper can be fully washed-down for cleaning. Most exposed surfaces are stainless steel, with the exception of some small plumbing components.
Surface Finish
Rheo offers several different surface finish options to fit your application needs.
Visit our GMP Compliance page to learn more.
Common Applications
- Vessel Charging
- Drum to Drum Dispensing
- Reaching Elevated Charging Pots
- Mill Charging
- Tablet Press Hopper Feeding
- V-Blender Charging
- Tablet Coater Charging
- IBC Charging
- Packaging Line Hopper Filling
