Steel drum and pail manufacturers face increasing complexity when selecting interior coatings that meet chemical compatibility, regulatory compliance, and durability requirements. Each fill material presents unique challenges, from acids and solvents to lubricants and specialty chemicals. A universal drum lining simplifies this process, reducing variables without sacrificing protection.
What Makes a Universal Drum Lining Valuable for Chemical Container Manufacturers?
A universal drum lining provides a streamlined solution for companies filling, storing, and transporting a wide range of chemical products. By using a single, high-performance lining system, such as UNICHEM’s RESCO® Universal Lining, manufacturers can reduce the need for multiple specialized coatings while maintaining high levels of chemical resistance and mechanical durability.
This approach supports efficiency across production, inventory, and quality control, making it especially valuable for operations managing varied container applications and regulatory obligations. UNICHEM offers over 50 years of experience in engineering and manufacturing custom epoxy phenolic linings designed explicitly for the drum and pail industry.
The Challenge: Managing Coating Selection in Chemical Packaging
Drum and pail manufacturers must meet a broad spectrum of chemical resistance requirements depending on the end use of the container. Internal linings must perform reliably with acids, bases, oils, solvents, and other reactive compounds, which can degrade or compromise the coating if improperly matched.
Beyond chemical compatibility, there are federal regulations and industrial requirements for container performance standards that minimize environmental and safety risks during storage and transport. For manufacturers managing multiple SKUs, each with specific lining requirements, these standards increase the administrative and operational burden.
The need to simplify product lines without reducing performance is more pressing than ever. A universal drum lining helps reduce inventory complexity and streamline production workflows, while still meeting the rigorous performance expectations of today’s industrial chemical markets.
RESCO® Universal Lining: A Streamlined Solution
UNICHEM’s RESCO® Universal Lining is engineered to meet a wide range of chemical compatibility standards with a single, reliable product. This innovative formulation offers broad-spectrum resistance, making it suitable for acids, alkalis, solvents, and other aggressive fill materials commonly used in industrial and commercial packaging.
Unlike conventional drum coatings that must be matched precisely to each fill material, UNICHEM’s universal drum and pail lining delivers dependable performance across varied chemical environments. Low temperature curing properties support energy savings and production efficiency, while flexible phenolic composition protects against cracking and lining failures.
By adopting this single-lining system, manufacturers can:
- Reduce the number of SKUs and changeovers
- Simplify procurement and inventory tracking
- Improve throughput with less downtime and fewer coating variations
- Ensure consistent protection across product lines
Meeting Regulatory Expectations with Confidence
UNICHEM’s RESCO® Universal Lining is formulated to align with key regulatory guidelines for chemical storage containers. These include:
- EPA container regulations under 40 CFR Parts 264/265, which govern hazardous waste storage requirements
- PHMSA’s hazardous materials regulations, ensure container performance during transportation
- Packaging guidance for waste and chemical materials to support safe handling and environmental protection
UNICHEM’s coating technologies are developed with these standards in mind, delivering dependable solutions for drums and pails used in regulated environments. This helps manufacturers meet compliance requirements and build long-term confidence with customers across regulated sectors.
Flexibility Without Compromise: Performance in the Real World
RESCO® Universal Lining offers broad chemical resistance with mechanical flexibility. Traditional phenolic linings can become brittle, especially in low-temperature cure applications or when exposed to repeated flexing. UNICHEM’s epoxy phenolic linings help reduce the risk of lining failure due to cracking, chipping, or delamination, issues that often arise during drum handling, transport, or fill/discharge cycles.
RESCO® Universal Lining protects the interior surfaces of steel drums and pails in harsh chemical environments. This helps manufacturers maintain container integrity and reduce the risk of rework, product loss, or non-compliance.
UNICHEM’s RESCO® Universal Lining gives chemical container manufacturers a high-performance, simplified solution for interior drum protection. We bring decades of experience and deep formulation knowledge to every application. Contact us today to learn more about our universal drum lining technology.