STS - Bespoke Handling Equipment

STS - Bespoke Handling Equipment STS are a globally renowned choice for quality drum handling solutions. STS are a UK based specialist handling equipment manufacturer.

Located in the UK, we engineer and manufacture our high-specification ATEX compliant drum handling equipment in-house and supply customers across a range of industries. Our range of drum handling equipment includes award winning products and innovative solutions. The products we manufacture are of the highest possible quality and are built to last. We manufacture in the UK and can design and build the right piece of equipment to suit your application..

02/09/2026

Why use two machines when one can do the job?

A food manufacturer needed to move pallets weighing up to 1,000kg, lift them over two metres, and weigh every pallet accurately.
The problem? Weighing meant moving each pallet to a separate weighing station before continuing.

So we built the weighing system into the truck.
Working with RAVAS, we integrated a wireless fork-mounted weighing system into an electric stacker truck, giving the operator powered lifting, powered driving and accurate weighing in one machine.
With a 1,200kg capacity, ±1.25kg weighing accuracy and a telescopic mast reaching 2,800mm, it combines several stages of the process into one.

The result is simple:
✅ One less step
✅ Less floor space required
✅ Less movement for operators
✅ A more efficient handling process

Read the case study here: https://buff.ly/LTq4AO9

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Unloading a pallet of drums positioned against a wall can be a genuinely awkward job.Most drum lifters need clear access...
26/08/2026

Unloading a pallet of drums positioned against a wall can be a genuinely awkward job.

Most drum lifters need clear access to more than one side, which usually means bringing in a forklift or pallet truck just to turn the pallet round. These extra movements require more space and time.

Our Side-Shift Drum Lifters were designed around that problem. The lifter body slides laterally across the top of the pallet, so every drum position is reachable from one approach. Straddle legs pass either side of the pallet, and the universal catch handles steel, plastic and fibreboard drums from 50 to 220 litres.

We've just relaunched the product page with new videos showing exactly how it works. Explore the manual-lift DTP04 and electric-lift DTP04EL models today. https://buff.ly/ZkMjhW8

Video Links:
DTP04 Manual-Lift - https://buff.ly/98gc4aa
DTP04EL Electric-Lift - https://buff.ly/SXpmvAS

Lifting and emptying heavy drums shouldn't be a headache for your team. Improve safety and optimise day-to-day processes...
16/07/2026

Lifting and emptying heavy drums shouldn't be a headache for your team.

Improve safety and optimise day-to-day processes, by using an electric STS Drum Rotator. This stainless-steel model is suited to environments that demand cleanliness and corrosion resistance.

Find out more on our website: https://buff.ly/qlOjSrC

Designed for safe, easy, and efficient drum movement, our Stainless Steel Drum Dolly with Handle makes handling 200 to 2...
14/07/2026

Designed for safe, easy, and efficient drum movement, our Stainless Steel Drum Dolly with Handle makes handling 200 to 220 litre drums simple.

✅ Wide wheelbase for enhanced stability
✅ Braked castors for static positioning
✅ Nylon/PU wheels for effortless, hygienic movement
✅ Suitable for steel, plastic, and fibreboard drums
✅ ATEX-rated option available for hazardous zones

Manufactured in the UK by our in-house engineering team, this dolly combines quality, reliability, and safety in one compact design.

Explore our full range of drum trolleys and dollies: https://buff.ly/solRCob
Contact us for a tailored solution: https://buff.ly/indN6Ix

Our team has just completed the loading of a 40ft container full of drum handling equipment, bound for Safe Drum Handlin...
01/07/2026

Our team has just completed the loading of a 40ft container full of drum handling equipment, bound for Safe Drum Handling Company located in Maryland, USA.

We've been working with Safe Drum Handling Company since 2010, supplying the equipment they distribute to companies across the US. As a proud UK exporter, this is one of many regular shipments to North America.

If you're looking for dependable drum handling equipment, get in touch with our team today: https://buff.ly/TqDHBwb

26/05/2026

A quick question for operations and safety teams:
What’s the biggest challenge when handling drums in your facility?

1 - Risk of operator injury?
2 - Moving drums long distances quickly?
3 - Handling a mixture of drum types?
4 - Accessing drums in tight spaces?

Our new DTP08ELD electric lift-and-drive drum lifter was engineered to address exactly these challenges.

With a fully automatic drum catch and electric drive, it safely handles steel, plastic and fibre drums from 50–220 Litres with minimal operator effort.

⬇️ Watch the video to see how it works.

When materials are stored in drums for extended periods, separation can affect consistency and compromise product qualit...
19/05/2026

When materials are stored in drums for extended periods, separation can affect consistency and compromise product quality. Manual mixing isn’t the answer. Opening drums and blending contents by hand is time-consuming, increases labour demands, and may expose operators to hazardous fumes or powders.

Combined with our DTC01 Universal Drum Trolley, the stainless-steel DME02-SS Drum Roller Mixer provides a clean, efficient handling solution for sterile and cleanroom environments, ideal for the food, pharmaceutical, and chemical industries.

→ Restores material consistency after long-term drum storage
→ Reduces operator exposure to powders, fumes, and manual handling risks
→ Works with 200–220 litre straight-sided steel and plastic drums
→ Improves efficiency with smooth drum transport and controlled mixing

Learn more:
https://buff.ly/a9CF1Ny



Manual drum handling is one of the most common causes of workplace injury in manufacturing and process industries. The r...
14/05/2026

Manual drum handling is one of the most common causes of workplace injury in manufacturing and process industries. The risks include musculoskeletal strain, slips, drops, and spillages, all of which are well-documented. But they are also preventable.

Our STE05 RRH01-SS Stainless Steel Drum Tipper is designed to eliminate those risks entirely. Fully powered for lifting, moving, and tipping, it handles steel, plastic, and fibreboard drums from 50 to 220 litres, without placing strain on your operators.

Manufactured from stainless steel, it is ideally suited to:
• Pharmaceutical clean rooms
• Food and beverage production
• Chemical processing facilities

Key features:
→ Flexible gripping pads for a secure hold of a wide range of drums
→ Powered drive system for precise manoeuvrability in tight spaces
→ Controls on the rear panel, with optional pendant controller
→ Optional integrated weigh scale for controlled, measured decanting
→ Pneumatic-hydraulic model available, ATEX certified for zones 1, 2, 21 and 22

Engineered and manufactured entirely in-house at our UK factory, every unit is built to the exact specification your operation demands and supported by our team long after delivery. If drum handling is a safety challenge in your facility, we'd be glad to help you find the right solution.

Learn more:
https://buff.ly/48PNngh



05/05/2026

"One machine. Multiple drum types. No attachment changes."

That's what high-volume facilities have been asking for.

The DTP08ELD was designed to streamline drum handling:

⚡ Move up to 60 drums per hour
⚡ Fully electric lift and drive
⚡ Universal gripping system for steel, plastic and fibre drums

A smarter way to handle drums in busy production and warehouse environments.

⬇️Watch the new DTP08ELD in action.

14/04/2026

For many HSE professionals, manual drum handling is a persistent risk on the factory floor.

Pushing, pulling, and lifting heavy drums can lead to strain injuries and unsafe handling practices.

The DTP08ELD electric lift-and-drive drum lifter removes that strain by automating both the lift and the transportation of the drum.

• Fully automatic drum gripping
• Electric lift and drive
• Designed for steel, plastic and fibre drums (50–220 Litres)

Because improving safety shouldn’t mean slowing productivity.

See how the DTP08ELD works in our latest video.⬇️

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