FIBER DRUM AND LOCKING RIM ASSEMBLY

摘要

A fiber drum having transversely convex sides joined together by rounded corners is provided with a locking rim assembly for releasably securing a cover across the open end thereof. The locking rim assembly is formed from a split rim having a hinge connecting opposed split ends adjacent a rim corner and a locking lever and latch assembly near the diagonally opposite corner for facilitating the application and removal of the locking rim assembly from the container. A top and bottom chime construction is provided with the metal at each corner thereof condensed together uniformly in forming the bead of each chime construction.