On 01/10/2020 17:36, Graeme wrote:

I've been given a 55 gallon drum that contained some sort of syrup used
in the manufacture of sweeties (confectionery).Â* How best to remove the
top, to make an incinerator?Â* I have neither angle grinder nor air
chisel, which seem to be popular choices.

Ideas?Â* Thanks.


A jig saw with metal blade works well.

Cut about an inch below the lip and bell the bit left on the lid out a
bit. You then have a lid to stop rain getting in which will greatly
increase its life.

Mike