Process for setting a predetermined gas atmosphere in a container loaded with a material and closed by a cover and container for carrying out the process

摘要

The invention relates to a process for setting a predetermined gas atmosphere in a container loaded with a material and closed by a cover and to a container for carrying out the process. In order to save working gas and make it easier to set the desired atmosphere, according to the invention at least a part volume of the container is filled with a working gas which is under a predetermined pressure, the part volume is temporarily sealed off relative to the ambient atmosphere, the temporary sealing off is cancelled as a result of the introduction of the material to be stored, and the container is closed immediately after the conclusion of the introduction of the material to be stored. The temporary sealing off is ensured either by a foil (3) or by displaceable covers held securely in a temporary closed position. <IMAGE>