Introduced by Liftomatic in1994, This safe and effective portable drum handler  is ideal for moving drums to and from pallets, skids, scales and spill or containment pallets. Parrot-Beak Clamping mechanism grabs any steel, fiber or plastic drum automatically in lift operation. Its unique V shaped straddle leg configuration with telescopic adjustment settings for 600, 800 and 1000# capacity. Cushioned belt-cradle protects drum sidewall during lift, lower and transport function. Ergonomically efficient design with foot pedal lift/lower feature and adjustable lowering speed control. Standard lift height of 20" with 38" lift available as option. 1" rise per stroke of foot pedal.