Just received my container and having a hell of a time prying the top off. I just want to make sure that it is not threaded in anyway, I.e. that the top screws off. Any secrets to getting off a very secure lid?

With the CVaults sealing as good as they do, they sometimes get pressurized in transit. The easiest way to get it open is to take all the clamps off and lift just from one side instead of trying to pull the lid straight up. If this doesn’t work you can let it sit in the sun or hot water will expand the air inside releasing the pressure.