Are Outdated Steel Drum Specifications Costing You Money?
by Dave Lorz on Jul 07, 2026
Many organizations spend significant time negotiating steel drum pricing, yet rarely ask a more important question: Is this still the right drum specification for our application? If your company has been purchasing the same steel drum specification for five, ten, or even twenty years …
Navigating Industrial Packaging: PPWR, Tariffs, and Steel Drum Best Practices
by North Coast Container on Jun 08, 2026
As we cross into the midpoint of 2026, the industrial packaging landscape is moving faster than ever. From evolving environmental legislation to fluctuating global trade policies, staying informed is critical to maintaining a resilient supply chain. At North Coast Container (NCC), we …
Why Wooden Pallets Can Rust Your Steel Drums in Transit
by Holly Sunderman on May 19, 2026
If your 55-gallon steel drums are arriving with rust, the drum itself usually isn’t the culprit. In most cases, the problem starts with the pallet underneath it. Wooden pallets carry significantly more moisture than they appear to, and once a trailer is sealed and rolling, that moistu …
Preparing for Harvest Season: Ensuring Reliable Steel Drum Supply During Peak Demand
by Holly Sunderman on May 05, 2026
For many industries, harvest season is a stress test for the entire supply chain. Agricultural chemicals, food ingredients, coatings, and industrial products all see meaningful volume increases within a compressed timeframe. Packaging, especially steel drums, becomes a critical depend …
Open Head vs. Tight Head: Choosing the Right Steel Drum
by Holly Sunderman on Mar 03, 2026
When sourcing steel packaging for chemicals, lubricants, coatings, or food ingredients, selecting the right drum can impact product performance, safety, compliance, and long-term reliability. At North Coast Container (NCC), the largest independent manufacturer of steel drums in North …