What is BS 1702 - Mild steel drums about?
Mild steel drums are cylindrical shipping containers generally used for the transportation and storage of industrial liquids and powders. steel drums are an excellent way to store a wide variety of goods and products, and they are well suited to holding everything from hazardous waste to pharmaceuticals.
BS 1702 discusses standards for mild steel drums. BS 1702 covers heavy-duty welded mild steel drums with fixed ends, with capacities from 5–90 imperial gal. BS 1702 also covers the 44 imperial gallon drum used by the petroleum industry.
Note: BS 1702 does not apply to the special drums required for the storage and conveyance of the following liquids such as carbon disulphide and any liquid not complying with the pressure test.
Who is BS 1702 - Mild steel drums for?
BS 1702 on mild steel drums is useful for:
- Manufacturers and suppliers of steel drums
- The packaging and transportation industry
- Industries where steel drums are used for packaging (petroleum industry, pharmaceutical industry, etc)
- Goods packaging and distribution companies
- Packaging regulatory authorities
- Quality control personnel
- Inspection bodies
Why should you use BS 1702 - Mild steel drums?
The purpose of packaging is the containment, protection, handling, delivery and presentation of products. Steel drums are incredibly effective at protecting the goods stored inside from damage or contamination.
Drums shall be designated by the appropriate nominal capacity, type and class which are described in BS 1702. BS 1702 provides you with dimensions and tolerances for mild steel drums. Each drum will be fitted with a large bung and flange. BS 1702 also provides you with dimensions of bungs and flanges.
BS 1702 guides you with finishing, cleanliness, testing, marking and inspection of mild steel drums which help to ensure the proper functionality of mild steel drums. Following guidelines provided in BS 1702, help to ensure the reliability of mild steel drums and build trust in the use of mild steel drums throughout the packaging and transportation industry.
