Empties drums, jerry cans and IBC tanks fast
The immersion tube reaches down to the bottom of the tank, emptying most of the liquid without the need for manual handling or tipping.
Product group · Flow Transfer Products
Drum Pumps
Drum pumps are portable pumps made up of an immersion tube and a top-mounted motor unit, designed to empty liquids from drums, jerry cans or IBC tanks. They are supplied with electric, pneumatic (ATEX) or stainless-casing options for the safe and fast emptying of chemicals, oils and food products.
Drum volume20 – 220 L (standard)
Immersion tube600 – 1200 mm
DriveElectric / pneumatic motor
CasingPP / PVDF / stainless
Why it matters
What is a drum pump used for?
It empties liquids from drums, jerry cans and IBC tanks quickly, safely and portably.
Portable, usable across different drums
The same motor unit can be used with multiple drum/tank types via immersion tubes of different diameters and depths.
ATEX-certified pneumatic drive option
Operates safely in facilities classified as explosive atmospheres, thanks to a pneumatic motor drive that carries no spark risk.
Immersion tube material matched to the chemical
With PP, PVDF or stainless immersion tube options, it provides broad fluid compatibility from acids to food products.
Types
Sub-types of the drum pump
All three work with an immersion tube; they differ in drive mechanism and casing material.
Electric drum pump
Runs on the standard electricity grid; an economical and widely used solution for general-purpose drum and jerry can emptying.
- Economical solution
- Easy installation
- General chemical/oil applications
Pneumatic drum pump
Runs on compressed air; used in facilities classified as explosive atmospheres because it carries no spark risk.
- ATEX-certified
- No spark risk
- Solvent/paint applications
Stainless drum pump
With a stainless immersion tube and casing, suited to emptying food products and high-temperature liquids.
- Stainless casing
- Suited to food products
- High temperature resistance
Selection criteria
What data determines the right drum pump?
Selection cannot be made without the first two items. The rest determine the material and drive type.
ParameterWhy it mattersWhat we need from you
Chemical compatibility of the fluid
Determines the immersion tube and casing material.
Chemical type
Viscosity
Affects motor power and immersion tube diameter.
cSt
Drum/tank depth
Determines the immersion tube length.
mm
Area classification (ATEX requirement)
If the area is classified as explosive, pneumatic drive is required.
ATEX yes/no
Drive type
Preference for electric or pneumatic motor.
Electric / pneumatic
Flow rate requirement
Matters when the emptying time needs to be kept short.
L/min
This is all we need for a quote
It is fine if you do not have all of it. We will fill in the rest together with you.
Create a quote request- Type and viscosity of the fluid to be transferred
- Drum/tank depth
- Whether ATEX certification is required
- Drive type preference (electric/pneumatic)
- Desired emptying flow rate
- Nameplate data of the existing pump (if a replacement)
FAQ
Questions from the field
The questions we encounter most often during the drum pump quotation stage.
Which chemicals is it compatible with?
It depends on the immersion tube material; PP and PVDF suit a wide acid/base range, while stainless steel is preferred for high temperatures and food products.
Can it be used with viscous products?
Yes, with motor power and immersion tube diameter selected according to viscosity, products up to honey-like consistency can be emptied.
Is ATEX-certified pneumatic drive required?
Yes, in facilities classified as explosive atmospheres, such as for solvents or paint; standard electric drive is sufficient for general chemical and food applications.
How is cleaning and maintenance carried out?
The immersion tube can be removed and cleaned; when switching products, cleaning or replacing the tube is recommended to prevent cross-contamination.
Do you only serve Istanbul?
No. While our office is on Istanbul's Anatolian side (Ataşehir), we supply and ship across Istanbul's European side, the surrounding provinces and the Marmara region, and Turkey as a whole — covering your equipment end to end, from a single source.
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Share the fluid to be transferred, the drum depth and the area classification, and let's determine the right drum pump for your needs together.
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