It is also a good idea after drilling to remove the liquid (do it far away
from any collections in a big plastic tub!) to flush out the interior with
water to remove any residues. A waterpik would probably work well. After
the can completely dries the small holes can later be filled with a
conservation epoxy-putty.

Cheers!
Dave

David Harvey
Senior Conservator & Museum Consultant
Los Angeles CA
www.CityOfAngelsConservation.weebly.com


On Fri, Sep 21, 2012 at 9:29 AM, James Tichgelaar <[log in to unmask]>wrote:

> Or two small holes.  Beer goes out, air goes in.  Us a new, sharp bit
> designed for sheet metal. ****
>
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> *Subject:* Re: [MUSEUM-L] Emptying Full Beer Cans****
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> a very small drill bit through the bottom of the can, near one edge?****
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> db****
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> On Fri, Sep 21, 2012 at 9:31 AM, Joshua K. Blay <[log in to unmask]>
> wrote:****
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> We have talked about full containers of product before on the list, and I
> have had problems with leaking beer cans before.  We've recently accepted
> an unopened aluminum beer can, and while the age of product prohibits an
> "interactive" experience with the object, I was wondering if someone might
> have some good tips on how to pierce the bottom of the piece so that I can
> empty its content, but doing the least damage.
>
> Cheers,
>
> Joshua K. Blay
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