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A container access system and method for accessing the contents of a container within a sealed containment vessel. A preferred embodiment of the access system includes a sealable vessel for housing a container to be accessed, a remotely operated container valve actuator within the vessel, and a tapp

A container access system and method for accessing the contents of a container within a sealed containment vessel. A preferred embodiment of the access system includes a sealable vessel for housing a container to be accessed, a remotely operated container valve actuator within the vessel, and a tapping assembly positioned within the containment vessel for accessing the contents of a target container. One or more fluid seals may be made with access mechanisms and the target container. An access mechanism capable of inserting a dip tube into the container to facilitate liquid removal.

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[ What is claimed is:] [1.]1. In a cylinder rupture vessel comprising a sealable chamber and a mechanism for gaining access to the contents of a container located within said chamber, a method for gaining access to said contents comprising the steps of:locating a container within the sealable chambe

[ What is claimed is:] [1.]1. In a cylinder rupture vessel comprising a sealable chamber and a mechanism for gaining access to the contents of a container located within said chamber, a method for gaining access to said contents comprising the steps of:locating a container within the sealable chamber;sealing the chamber;activating a mechanism for accessing the container through the upper wall of the container;inserting a tube into a lower part of the container; andwithdrawing the contents of the container through said tube.