Storage Requirements for the Paint and Coatings Industry
The paints and coatings industry must follow rules set by the Consumer Product Safety Commission for paints and coating formulations, as well as environmental standards. These regulatory guidelines cover everything from storage to proper handling to disposal.
Paints and coatings are often stored in drums for transporting and for field use. Protecting paints from moisture and light is a necessity to avoid compromising product quality. Below, we’ll explore the different types of drums that can be used for storing paint and the benefits of choosing McManus to meet your paint storage needs.
Drum Types for Paint Storage
Choosing the right drum type is important to ensure the success of complex, volatile, or sensitive paint or coatings and to avoid leakage or spoilage. Types of drums that can be used for paint storage include:
Steel Drums
Offering strength and impact resistance, steel drums are ideal for paint storage. Their corrosion resistance and durability make them ideal for transporting formulations while minimizing product loss.
Steel drums can come in open-head and tight-head configurations to meet many application requirements. UN-rated drums also support the handling of hazardous substances.
Plastic Drums
Plastic drums are durable and lightweight, making them ideal for manufacturing and field use. They provide chemically inert surfaces to safely store and transport paints and coatings. Plastic drums for paint storage can come with color-coding options, ergonomic handles, or reinforced bases to help protect the product from damage.
Pails & Lids
Pails are convenient options for small- to medium-volume applications. They provide easy filling and handling and secure closures to prevent leakage.
Benefits of Steel Industrial Paint Containers
At McManus Drum Co., our steel drums are known for their durability and ability to handle dropping and stacking pressure without compromising the contents inside. The construction of our steel drums makes it harder for the container to become punctured, reducing the risk of leaks and formulation spoilage.
Steel also offers protection against light exposure, which can otherwise alter paint colors, affect performance, or shorten its shelf life. Our steel drums can include rust-inhibitor coatings to prevent a chemical reaction between the formulation inside and the drum itself. Additional linings to steel paint containers help ensure high-quality products.
When to Use Plastic Paint Storage Drums
McManus also provides tailored packaging solutions for the paints and coatings industry to safely and efficiently store paint. We offer solutions based on your business needs and application size requirements.
Our plastic paint storage drums are portable without sacrificing durability. They are easier to move and transport than heavier steel drums, helping to increase worker productivity.
Plastic drums from McManus have high impact resistance across a wide temperature range. Their chemical resistance makes them ideal for handling various paints while meeting relevant safety guidelines.
Our plastic drums are capable of safely and efficiently containing a wide range of formulations and substances. The range of sizes and configurations available makes plastic paint storage drums ideal for many applications.
Choose McManus for Paint Storage Drums
For over 60 years, McManus has been providing drums and industrial products to businesses of all sizes throughout the Southeast United States. We pride ourselves on providing quality paint storage and other containers to meet your unique needs. We are known for keeping a large inventory of commonly used drums in stock for immediate delivery and can offer specialty drums for more complex applications.
Contact us today to learn about our paint storage drums with quick turnaround, or request a quote for your storage drum needs.