Ramsden Steel Drums and Whale Pallets Limited

Ramsden Drums

An image with ribbons swirling around the text: "Ramsden & Whale Limited are celebrating 70 years in business", the home of British manufacturing.
An image with ribbons swirling around the text: "Ramsden & Whale Limited are celebrating 70 years in business", the home of British manufacturing.

Ramsdens steel drum manufacturers. steel drum reconditioners. pallet services.

The home of British drum manufacturing

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Your home for new and reconditioned 205 litre steel drums

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Welcome to Ramsden Drums – the home of steel drum manufacturing in the United Kingdom.

From the very beginning of a steel drum’s life, right through to the end. We provide a range of services to meet all of your steel drum or IBC needs.

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Take a look at our available services below, or get in touch with us to discuss your specific requirements.

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Products and services

We provide a range of services, specialising in 210L steel drums.

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Brand new steel drums

Established in 1997, Ramsden Steel Drums Limited has been producing high quality 210L steel drums for more than 25 years.

We stand ready to meet your specific steel drum needs. Our experts are on-hand to assist in designing and production of your new drums.

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Reconditioned steel drums

Since 1956, Ramsden and Whale Limited have been providing steel drum reconditioning services, supporting industry leaders throughout the United Kingdom.

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Pallets and palletisation

Ramsden Pallets Limited provides a range of both new and reconditioned pallets for your requirements. You can purchase pallets individually or we can palletise your steel drums orders.

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IBC Laundering and Sales

Drumcare Limited, our sister company, has specialised in the launder, sale and disposal of intermediate bulk containers (IBC) and plastic packaging since 1993. 

The home of British drum manufacturing

Based in Tipton in the West Midlands, Ramsden Drums is the home of British 205 litre steel drum manufacturing.

Some of the industries we are proud to serve, include:

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Petrochemical Industry

Our precision-manufactured 205 litre steel drums provide the critical, UN-certified containment required for the safe handling and transport of hazardous chemicals across the UK and abroad.

Engineered to withstand the rigorous demands of the UK petrochemical and solvent processing sectors, these 45 gallon drums ensure complete product integrity and environmental compliance, meeting the highest safety standards for the containment of flammable and reactive materials.

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Lubricant Blending Sector

We manufacture robust drums designed specifically for the UK’s lubricant, grease, and automotive oil sectors. These 45 gallon barrels come with options including protective interior coatings, to prevent contamination and maintain the delicate formulation and viscosity of high-performance lubricants.

Built with a focus on product purity and reliable multi-trip logistics, our UK-manufactured drums ensure efficient, contamination-free storage and delivery for critical industrial applications.

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Food and Beverage Manufacturers

Our food-safe 205 litre drums are engineered to meet the stringent aseptic and hygiene demands of the UK food and beverage processing industry.

Using advanced application technologies and internal non-reactive, Bisophenol-A free (BPA free) lacquer coatings, we provide critical containment for bulk food ingredients, syrups, and flavorings.

Can’t find what you are looking for?

Don’t hesitate to contact us by phone or email.

Our team is always ready to make you feel right at home by providing clear, comprehensive information on all available options tailored to your exact requirements.  Whether you are exploring new or reconditioned steel drums, we pride ourselves on offering a service that feels closer to home — professional, approachable, and dependable.

With a strong commitment to delivering urgent assistance and first-class support, we ensure you have the guidance you need, exactly when you need it most. From your first enquiry through to delivery, our goal is to create a seamless experience that brings peace of mind to your business.

Reach out today for swift, reliable support from a team that always puts you first.