摘要 |
<p>An apparatus for vacuum sealing a container (72) is disclosed that includes a vacuum chamber (82) in communication with a vacuum source (85), the vacuum chamber having at least a first port (77) and an internal pressure, a securing device (62) adapted to secure an open end (75) of the container to the first port (77) of the vacuum chamber; and a heating member (98) at least a portion of which is located inside the vacuum chamber, the heating member is adapted to apply heat to a heat-activated sealant material positioned to cover at least the open end of the container.</p> |