Knock Down Steel Drums
Knock Down Steel Drums
Receive formed, welded, and nested components that are ready for assembly with a “knock-down” system. Over sixty (60) shells can be nested on one pallet.
- Offered in 55-Gallon Capacity
- Includes Welded Bodies, Bottoms, & Covers
- Available as Tighthead or Openhead
We Customize To Your Needs
Quality is embedded in our business. North Coast Container takes a customer-driven approach to providing quality steel drum solutions with a variety of options and modifications.
For over 100 years, we’ve made your business our priority. We pride ourselves on providing superior customer service for all our customers, so that you get the exact product to suit your needs.
The Markets We Serve
Our successful history is built on quality, value, and our customer-first approach. We're proud of our experience and ability to serve a versatile range of markets.
Automotive
Construction
Department of Energy
Agriculture
Cosmetics
Energy
Chemical/Speciality Chemicals
Department of Defense
Food & Beverage
Pharma/Healthcare
Lubricants
Manufacturing
Paint/Industrial Coatings
Petrochemical
Transportation
"NCC is extremely responsive to our ever-changing production schedules. Their short lead times, attention to change orders, and constant communication allow us to effectively manage our supply chain challenges. Their customer service team rocks!"
Specialty Chemical Company
"Incredibly grateful that NCC was able to supply when another supplier cut us off in one of our locations. They were able to cover all of our drum needs, and gave us peace of mind knowing the quality of its products and service."
Food Processing Company
"NCC’s comprehensive Packaging Supply Improvement Process allowed us to revamp our internal supply chain processes and existing SKUs, providing the needed cost savings to meet our targets. How great to leverage a supplier’s industry experience to improve our internal practices."
Construction Material Company
Customer-Driven Approach
You can expect friendly, transparent communication.
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Multiple Locations
We can source products and components nationwide.
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100% Recyclable Steel Drums
We provide complete life-cycle service for our products.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Knock-down steel drums are shipped and stored in a disassembled or nested form and assembled when needed. This design helps reduce space requirements while still providing the performance of a standard steel drum once put into service.
Because knock-down drums take up significantly less space before assembly, they can help lower freight costs and simplify inventory management. This makes them a practical option when warehouse space or inbound logistics efficiency is a priority.
Knock-down steel drums are a strong fit when storage constraints, shipping volume, or staging flexibility are key considerations. If you need to optimize space without sacrificing drum performance, a knock-down configuration can offer added operational flexibility.