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Trusted by the UK’s leading process industries, Thorne & Derrick supply high-performance Drum & IBC Heaters engineered for demanding industrial and hazardous area environments. Backed by over 40 years of technical expertise and exceptional customer service, we deliver heating solutions you can depend on.

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Winkler ATEX IBC Heater Zone 1 & Zone 2 | WEXHCIBC

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Winkler's Hazardous Area Zone 1 & Zone 2 IBC Heating Jacket - designed to deliver safe, uniform heat for temperature-sensitive materials in harsh industrial environments.

Technical SpecificationsCertification: ATEX Zones 1 & 2 (Gas), 21 & 22 (Dust)
Voltage: 230 V AC
Power Output: 2.4 kW
Temperature Range: Up to +180 °C / +200 °C (steel IBC), +80 °C (plastic IBC)
Temperature Class: T6, T5, T4, T3 (dependent on limiter setting)
Sensor Type: Pt100 (Ex-i / Ex-e), 2 standard; optional 3 (SIL3) – 5 sensors
Connection: Ex-e terminal boxes for power and sensor
Ingress Protection: IP65
Protection Class: I
Weight: 30 kg (heater), 5 kg (insulation lid)

Applications- Oil & Gas, Petrochemical & Refining
- Chemical Processing & Bulk Liquids
- Pharmaceuticals & Specialty Chemicals
- Food & Beverage Processing
- Utilities, Water & Wastewater
- Onshore & Offshore Storage & Handling
- Cold-Weather & Winterisation Applications
- Warehousing & IBC Storage Facilities
- Flammable Liquid Storage & Handling
- Industrial Containers & Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs)
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Heatfast IBC Heaters | 1kW, 2kW & 3kW

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Heatfast IBC Heating Jackets are designed to provide a cost effective frost protection solution for safe area environments - offering application and operation flexibility with 1kW, 2kW & 3kW variants available. 

Technical SpecificationsPower Rating: 1 kW, 2 kW or 3 kW (model dependent)
Voltage Options: 110 V or 230 V AC
Temperature Control: Adjustable thermostat 0 °C – 40 °C or 0 °C – 90 °C (variant dependent)
Heated Area: 1000 mm × 4400 mm (3900 mm heated length)
Heater Type: Silicone insulated spiral wound resistance element
Insulation: High-efficiency glass filament blanket
Jacket Material: Teflon-coated polyester inner / polyurethane-coated nylon outer
Fixing Method: Nylon webbing with quick-release buckles & mounting hooks
Power Cable: 4 m HO7RN-F flexible lead
Ingress Protection: IP40
Operating Application: Maintains or warms IBC contents for viscosity control and frost protection

Applications- Oil & Gas, Petrochemical & Refining
- Chemical Processing & Bulk Liquids
- Food & Beverage Production
- Pharmaceuticals & Specialty Chemicals
- Cosmetics & Personal Care Manufacture
- Cold-weather / Winterisation & Frost Protection
- Fuels, Lubricants & Hydraulic Fluids
- Waxes, Resins & Bitumen Handling
- Warehousing, IBC Storage & Distribution
- Onshore & Offshore Process Support
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Winkler ATEX Drum Heater Zone 1 & Zone 2 | WEXHD

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Winkler's Hazardous Area Zone 1 & Zone 2 Drum Heating Jacket - designed to deliver safe, uniform heat for temperature-sensitive materials in harsh industrial environments.

Technical SpecificationsVoltage: 230 V AC
Power (models): 350 W (30 L), 400 W (60 L), 800 W (120 L), 1,200 W (200 L)
Max Temperature (steel drum): Up to +180 °C / +200 °C (model/limiter dependent)
Temperature Class: T6, T5, T4, T3 (set by limiter)
Zones: Zone 1/2 (gas) & Zone 21/22 (dust)
Sensors: Pt100 standard (2); optional 3 (SIL3), 4, 5…
Connection: Ex-e terminal boxes for network power; Ex-i for sensors
Ingress Protection: IP65
Protection Class: Class I
Weights: 4 kg (30 L), 5 kg (60 L), 10 kg (120 L), 12 kg (200 L)

Applications- Oil & Gas, Petrochemical & Refining
- Chemical Processing & Bulk Liquids
- Food & Beverage Production
- Pharmaceuticals & Specialty Chemicals
- Cold-weather / Winterisation & Frost Protection
- Resins, Waxes & Bitumen Handling
- Offshore & Onshore Drums & Storage Tanks
- Lubricants, Fuel Oils & Hydraulic Fluids
- Warehousing & IBC/Drum Storage Facilities
- General Industrial & Manufacturing
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Heatfast High Temperature Drum Heaters | 25 Litre - 200 Litre | 380W - 1800W

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Heatfast High Temperature Drum Heating Jackets are designed to provide a cost effective frost protection solution for safe area environments - offering application and operation flexibility with 25L, 50L, 105L, 200L, 210L variants available.

Technical SpecificationsSupply Voltage: 110 V or 230 V
Power Output: 380 W – 1800 W (model dependent)
Drum Capacity: 25 L – 200 L steel drums and containers
Temperature Control: Adjustable thermostat +20 °C to +220 °C
Heated Material: Silicone-coated glass fibre cloth
Insulation: E-glass fibre blanket
Heating Element: Silicone insulated spiral-wound resistance element
Power Cable: 4 m HO7RN-F rubber cable
Fixing: Polypropylene webbing with quick-release adjustable buckles
Diameter Range: 277 mm – 611 mm (depending on drum size)
Application Temperature: Suitable for melting or viscosity reduction of oils, waxes, varnishes & fat-based products
IP Rating: IP40

Applications- Chemical & Petrochemical Processing
- Paints, Coatings & Varnish Production
- Food & Beverage Manufacturing
- Oils, Fats & Waxes Processing
- Pharmaceuticals & Cosmetics
- Adhesives & Sealants
- Industrial Lubricants & Greases
- Resin & Polymer Handling
- Laboratories & Pilot Plants
- General Industrial & Manufacturing
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Custom Drum & IBC Heating Solutions

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Our Drum & IBC heaters are custom-designed for non-standard containers and hazardous areas, delivering reliable temperature maintenance, frost protection, and process heating — backed by expert advice and fast UK & international delivery.

Technical SpecificationsUnlike standard heating solutions, bespoke heaters are customised by Thorne & Derrick for the unique needs of a specific container, substance, and environment.

ApplicationsBespoke drum and IBC heaters are used across a wide range of industries for applications that require precise temperature control, freeze protection, and viscosity management of specific materials.

Why Choose Thorne & Derrick?

40+ Years of Expertise

Trusted UK-based leaders in the supply of Industrial & Hazardous Area solutions since 1985. 

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Power output sized to ypur ambient conditions and material, avialable in heated jacket or base heater designs.

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We are proud stockists & suppliers for 50+ market-leading manufacturers around the world.

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Ready To Order? Need Help Finding The Right Heating Solution?

Our Drum & IBC Heating specialists provide expert design support, technical advice, and fast, reliable delivery for UK and global customers — helping you choose the right solution for your application.

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With decades of experience, we deliver technically advanced, reliable, and compliant heating equipment to meeting the demands of critical industries, including Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Water, Power Generation, Pharmaceutical and Chemical sectors.

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