Drop-Bottom Skip

Product Specifications – Eichinger Drop-Bottom Skip (BS2032)

Standard Features of the Eichinger Drop-Bottom Skip:

- Spring-loaded trapdoor with pull-cord or lever control

- Supplied with lifting chains and fork restraint chain

- Top-mounted fork pockets for forklift/telehandler use

- Jib crane lifting eyes for use with 4-leg chains

- Optional castor set for mobile operation

- Stackable design for space-saving storage

- Robust steel construction with reinforced frame

Sizes of the Eichinger Drop-Bottom Skip Available:

Maintenance & Storage – Drop-Bottom Skip

Need servicing or spare parts? Contact the ULS Lifting team on 01384 986 026 or email sales@ulslifting.com.

Brand Benefits – Why Choose Eichinger?

Eichinger is a long-standing manufacturer of lifting and concrete handling equipment, known for producing high-quality, reliable skips that meet the toughest site demands. Everything is manufactured in-house to ensure consistency, safety, and performance; no outsourced fabrication, no mixed designs. With a strong reputation across construction and infrastructure sectors, Eichinger skips are favoured by professionals looking to reduce maintenance costs and extend product lifecycles.

Many contractors now seek a “clean fleet” solution, choosing uniform, high-performance equipment across all job sites. With Eichinger and ULS Lifting, you’re getting the same build quality every time. Discover more from the Eichinger range here.

How to Set Up and Operate a Drop Bottom Skip

For Use with a Telehandler / Forklift

1. Set the forklift forks to the correct width to align with the skip’s lifting handles. Drive the forks into the lifting handles, ensuring the skip is positioned all the way back on the forks.

2. Ensure the skip is lifted so that, when discharged, the drop door opens against the truck. This prevents any debris or spoil from hitting the truck.

3. Once the forks are fully inserted, use the restraint chain to secure the skip to the forklift.

Caution: The restraint chain is not designed to withstand shock loads. Therefore, it should be as tight as possible to reduce the risk of snapping.

Note: The skip should always be moved around the site at a minimum safe height. It should only be lifted to its emptying height once in the immediate area where it is to be emptied.

4. When ready to empty the skip, lower it to the floor. Pull the release lever. Slowly lift the skip while continuing to pull the release lever. As the height increases, the load will exit the skip gradually, preventing sudden changes in load.

5. Once the skip is empty, slowly lower it back to the ground.

6. Once the door gently touches the ground, begin reversing slowly while continuing to lower the skip. This allows the door to close safely, without putting undue stress on the door hinges.

For Use with a Crane

The 2032 Drop Bottom Skip is designed for lifting with a 4-leg chain.

1. Ensure the skip is placed on a flat and even surface before filling. When filling, ensure the load does not exceed the stated safe working load, is evenly distributed throughout the skip, and is kept below the height of the skip’s sides.

2. To transport the skip, attach a suitably rated 4-leg chain to the lifting eyes, ensuring the hooks are securely closed before lifting.

3. Once the hooks are secure, raise the skip just off the ground and check for balance. You may now transport the skip to its required destination, adhering to your lift plan and method statement.

4. Ensure no one is in the discharge area. To discharge, land the skip in the discharge zone, pull the lever directly or by pulling the attached cable, and move away from the discharge zone. Slowly raise the skip while ensuring the drop-down door maintains contact with the ground to minimise any sudden movement of the load.

5. Ensure the skip is fully emptied, then land it on level ground to allow the door to close automatically.

FAQs – Drop-Bottom Skip (Forklift & Crane Use)

What is a drop-bottom skip used for?

Drop-bottom skips are used for the fast discharge of waste, scrap or rubble by releasing the spring-loaded base, commonly used on construction and factory sites.

Can I use the Eichinger Drop-Bottom Skip with a forklift and a crane?

Yes, the Eichinger 2032 skip is dual-use. It has top-mounted fork pockets and lifting eyes for 4-leg chains, making it suitable for use with forklifts and cranes alike.

How does the Drop-Bottom Skip operate?

The flap at the base of the drop-bottom skip opens via a pull cord or lever. The spring-loaded mechanism ensures quick, full emptying without snagging.

Is the Eichinger Drop-Bottom Skip stackable for storage?

Each Eichinger skip is designed to stack neatly, saving space when not in use.

Does the Eichinger Drop-Bottom Skip come with lifting gear?

When purchasing an Eichinger drop-bottom skip through ULS, you’ll be supplied with tested lifting chains and a restraint chain for forklift use.

Are castors available for the Eichinger Drop-Bottom Skip?

Castors can be supplied for your drop-bottom skip as an optional extra for added mobility from the ULS Lifting team.

Is the Eichinger Drop-Bottom Skip CE marked?

All of our skips are supplied fully tested and certified to current safety standards.

Can I use the Eichinger Drop-Bottom Skip for muck away jobs?

The Eichinger Drop-Bottom Skip is ideal for muck removal, scrap and other bulky waste handling.