201 Series Portable Drum Rollers
Morse Drum rollers are widely used to blend batches of powder, mix paints, oils, urethane resin, glue, dyes, flavours, etc. inside a sealed drum. These rollers eliminate the chances of exposure to harmful chemicals and don't require the clean-up associated with insertion mixers. They are have a 20 rpm fixed speed and the variable speed ranges between 15 and 24 rpm. These Morse Drum rollers can handle up to 227 kg load and can be easily adjusted to accommodate 30 or 55 gallon drums. These explosion-proof electric drum mixers are available in single- and three-phase motor variants.
Frequently Asked Questions
What precautions should I take when using drum handling equipment?
- Wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
- Properly secure drums before lifting or moving.
- Avoid overloading equipment beyond its capacity.
How to maintain my Morse Drum portable drum roller?
Regular inspections, lubrication and cleaning are crucial to keep these drum handling equipment in good working condition.
What are the benefits of using powered drum handling equipment?
Powered drum handling equipment enhance efficiency and reduce manual labour. These equipment are particularly useful for handling heavy drums or frequent lifting tasks.
Which motor is used in these Morse portable drum rollers?
These drum lifters incorporate single and three-phase TEFC (totally enclosed fan cooled) motors.
How to install Morse portable drum rollers?
Attaching the Tipping Lever:
- Begin by removing the cotter pin from the hole at the end of the tipping lever.
- Slide the lever through the hole in the back plate of the roller.
- Replace the cotter pin into the hole at the end of the tipping lever.
- Spread the cotter pin ends to secure it in place.
Adjusting Drive and Idler Wheels:
- Locate the two set screws in each wheel hub of the roller.
- Using the provided 1/8-inch Allen wrench, loosen these set screws.
- Position the wheels to support the drum at its strongest point.
- Place the two inner wheels next to the drum ribs to prevent axial movement.
- If the drum rubs against the nosepiece, make necessary adjustments to wheel positions.
- Once positioned correctly, tighten the set screws in the wheel hubs.
Adapting to Different Drum Diameters:
- To adjust for different diameters, start by removing six-bearing mount bolts.
- Slide the idler wheel assembly either towards the drive side for smaller diameters or away from the drive side for larger diameters.
- Ensure that all three pillow bearings are accurately aligned after making the adjustment.
- Reattach and securely tighten the six-bearing mount bolts.