How do I keep my steel drums from rusting?
Why do steel drums rust?
Steel drums rust when they are exposed to moisture in the
air. This is a natural process due to the iron coming into contact with water
from the steel material.
How to prevent steel drums from rusting?
Steel drums rust when they are exposed to moisture in the
air. This is a natural process due to the iron coming into contact with water
from the steel material.
How to prevent steel drums from rusting?
Steel drums rust when they are exposed to moisture in the
air. This is a natural process due to the iron coming into contact with water
from the steel material.
1.Coat the steel drum with a protective material
At Jurong Barrels, we use a special anti-rust substance for the last stage of the interior wash of steel drum recondition. We use a powerful anti-rust substance that is often used to make explosive, so SPF requires us to have an incoming and outgoing log. The substance is also required to be supervised by CCTV 24/7.
When we recondition your drums, we make sure to paint your exterior with a paint coat to provide another layer of protection to ensure the longevity of your reconditioned steel drum.
2. Store metal parts or products in a low-moisture area, or inside a temperature and humidity-controlled environment to significantly slow down rust.
Rust forms when iron comes into contact with water whether in the form of water droplets in the air or otherwise. The ideal environment is to keep steel drums in cool, dry conditions and out of direct sunlight. Placing steel drums in the right environment can extend the lifespan of you steel drum.
What to do if it rusts?
Unfortunately, you may have done your best but rust could still happen on your steel drums. It is best to quickly take action once you realise the steel drum is rusting.
1. Go to a professional with an industrial rust remover.
A rust remover is able to remove rust without doing damage to the steel material. They are often sold in different gallon sizes.
