Regulation-compliant holding device for storing or transporting a non-compliant container

摘要

According to an embodiment, a method of storing or transporting a sample comprises: inserting a sample container into a holding device, wherein the sample container contains the sample, wherein the sample container does not meet United States transportation regulations, wherein the holding device meets or exceeds United States transportation regulations, and wherein the holding device comprises a chamber and an opening; and storing or transporting the holding device. According to another embodiment, a holding device for containing a container comprises: a chamber; and an opening, wherein the holding device meets or exceeds United States transportation regulations, wherein the container contains a sample, and wherein United States regulations require the sample to be stored or transported according to the United States transportation regulations.

主权项

1. A method of storing or transporting a sample comprising:
introducing a sample container into a subterranean formation, collecting the sample in the sample container, wherein the sample container is positioned within the subterranean formation during collection; inserting the sample container into a holding device,
wherein the step of inserting is performed at the surface of a wellbore that penetrates the subterranean formation,wherein the holding device comprises a holding device valve, a chamber, and an opening; and storing or transporting the holding device, wherein the step of storing or transporting is performed after the step of inserting.