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There are different types of vacuum pack machines - 'snorkel' and chamber. There are also many different types and thickness of bags that are available. Vacuum pack machines that use dual snorkels are great - you can wrap the specimen, fluid, and adjust the
suction pressure. The vacuum holds the specimen and wrapping together. If you can get mylar coated poly bags, they offer the best seal and protection, but these require commercial machines that are expensive. </div>
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<div style="font-family:Tahoma; font-size:13px">Peter N. Reinthal, PhD
<div>Arizona Museum of Natural History</div>
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<div>Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology</div>
<div>The University of Arizona</div>
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<b>Sent:</b> Wednesday, September 9, 2020 9:12 AM<br>
<b>To:</b> nhcoll-l@mailman.yale.edu <nhcoll-l@mailman.yale.edu><br>
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<p class="x_MsoNormal">Has any one had success using a vacuum sealer to prepare loans of wet specimens (fish) for shipping?</p>
<p class="x_MsoNormal">Charles</p>
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