Steel Drums For Lubricants
Get high-quality and durable steel drums you need to keep your operations running smoothly by partnering with North Coast Container (NCC).
Reliable Steel Drum Solutions for the Lubricant Industry
The lubricant industry demands packaging that ensures product integrity and seamless operations. North Coast Container (NCC) delivers steel drums engineered to meet the rigorous standards of storing and transporting lubricants. Our durable drums, equipped with high-quality liners, provide superior protection and easy dispensing. And with quick turnaround times, reliable nationwide service, and consistent communication that ensures you’re always in the know, NCC ensures timely supply to keep your operations running smoothly.

Our Steel Drum Products
We offer a wide range of steel drums, including 16-gallon, 30-gallon, and 55-gallon steel drums.
Open Head Steel Drums
with customizable removable lid
Tight Head Steel Drums
with customizable features
ISO Drums
designed for overseas shipments
Salvage & Overpack Drums
for additional protection
Chime Band Drums
that reduce bulging or bloating
Knock Down Steel Drums
that can nest over 60 shells can be nested
7A Type Steel A Drums
approved for radioactive materials
Steel Agitator Drums
with a controllable mixing device
Specialty Steel Drums
that come in a variety of custom options
What Lubricant Companies Use Our Steel Drums For
Grease
Liquid Lubricants
Compressor Oils
Heat Transfer Oils
Turbine Oils
Slideway Oils
Hydraulic Fluids
Antifreeze
Why Customers Choose NCC
Customer-Driven Approach
Get consistent, transparent communication so you’re always in the know.
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Nationwide Service
Five facilities across the US ensures reliable and redundant service to make sure you’re always taken care of.
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Relentless, Continuous Improvement
Our Packaging Supply Improvement Process (PSIP) ensures we continually improve service.
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Defect-Free Rate
On-Time Delivery
Been with NCC for 5+ Years
Frequently Asked Questions
Steel drums play a critical role in the lubricant supply chain, from initial filling to downstream distribution. Lubricant customers rely on steel oil drums, including 55 gallon steel drums, to support safe handling, efficient transport, and consistent performance across multiple touchpoints.
Lubricant manufacturers should look beyond just the drum itself and evaluate service reliability, manufacturing scale, and communication. NCC provides nationwide, redundant manufacturing capabilities and a service-first approach that helps customers maintain continuity and avoid operational slowdowns.
Yes. NCC works with lubricant customers that require dependable access to steel drums at scale. Our nationwide footprint supports consistent supply for high-volume operations while helping customers manage demand fluctuations and regional distribution requirements.
Lubricant production and distribution often span multiple regions. NCC’s nationwide manufacturing network helps customers reduce risk, shorten lead times, and maintain continuity when supply chain challenges arise, all while working with a single steel drum manufacturer.