Morse PILOT™ Power-Propelled Drum Handlers Improve Material Handling Efficiency
SYRACUSE, N.Y. – Morse Manufacturing announces the new PILOT™ 540 and 545 Series Power-Propelled Drum Handlers, designed to help operators safely move, lift, position, weigh, and pour drums with greater ease and control. The new models combine power propelled transport, powered drum lift, and powered 360-degree drum rotation in a single walk-behind solution.
Engineered for demanding drum handling applications, the 540 Series offers operators the ability to transport drums efficiently, maneuver in tight workspaces, and pour at elevations up to 106 inches. The scale-equipped Model 545 adds integrated weighing capability for batching, dispensing, and process applications.
Key Highlights
• Power-propelled transport with intuitive walk-behind controls
• Tight turning radius for maneuvering in confined work areas
• Powered drum lift and positioning up to 106 inches high
• Extended-reach pouring capability beyond the straddle legs
• Powered 360° drum rotation for controlled dispensing
• Available with integrated scale for weighing and batching applications
• Handles steel, plastic, and fiber drums with the MORCINCH™ drum handling system
Watch the PILOT™ 540 in action:
The new 540 Series is designed to reduce operator effort while improving productivity and control in drum transport, dispensing, batching, and elevated drum handling applications. With capacities up to 800 pounds and familiar operator controls, the new PILOT™ models provide a versatile solution for facilities that regularly move and dispense heavy drums. Learn more about the PILOT™ series at https://morsedrum.com/products/pilot-power-propelled-drum-handlers.
About Morse Manufacturing
Founded in 1923 and headquartered in Syracuse, New York, Morse Manufacturing is The Specialist in Drum Handling. Morse designs and manufactures equipment for lifting, moving, pouring, mixing, and handling drums safely and efficiently. Its comprehensive product line serves manufacturers, warehouses, processors, and distributors throughout the world.
