The purpose for this article is to better explore current (legal) methods for heating drums, buckets, totes, and cylinders. Drum ovens have long been a favorite method for precisely heating a variety of materials, but has been found to be cost prohibitive for many smaller applications. A new technology that is being utilized in heating and warming drum, buckets, and totes is GreenHeat Technology, owned by a company out of Salt Lake City called Powerblanket.

 Powerblanket engineers have developed a heat spreading material that evenly distributes warmth over large areas, completely eliminating troublesome hot & cold spots. Additionally, the Powerblanket touts light weight, portability, low-energy consumption, and extreme durability for use in a variety of construction and industrial settings. We tested the BH55-110 (55 gallon 110° F) electric drum heater and found the blanket to be a very effective method for bringing chemicals and other materials to temperature in record time without burning or overheating the contents of the drum. An internal thermostatic controller regulated the temperature as advertised.

 In our opinion, what makes Powerblanket such an innovative product is its effectiveness in heating and a very reasonable price tag. At a retail cost of $465, Powerblanket costs about the same as 2 band heaters and thousands of dollars less than a basic drum oven. It’s ability to heat and insulated drums and barrels make it a “Best Buy” in its heating category. As their slogan states “Wrap it in a Powerblanket and you’ll never use another band heater or blower again” seems to be a pretty fare statement.

 Powerblanket makes a complete line of barrel and bucket heaters ranging from 75° F to 200° F with the ability to adjust temperature if desired with an adjustable thermostatic controller. Hands down the most innovative new product we have tested to date.

 Powerblanket is located in Salt Lake City, Utah, and distributes through a host of construction and industrial supply houses and e-commerce websites. They can be seen at http://www.powerblanket.com or by calling 877-927-6432.  

Electric Barrel Blankets