Abstract: A supporting device for supporting a vertically adjustable lifting platform in a container for the transportation, temporary storage and display and presentation of products such as packed foods, the lifting platform being adapted for carrying the products, comprises a lifting device for the vertical displacement of the lifting platform and is designed as a loose unit to be placed inside a casing forming the container. Preferably, the supporting device is designed so that it is folding or collapsible. The supporting device comprises a supporting bar for directly supporting the lifting platform. The supporting bar may be hingedly connected to the lifting device. Also, the supporting bar may have hingedly attached side leaves which together with the supporting bar form the lifting platform.

Abstract: A holder for packaging articles, displaying them and offering them for sale, comprising at least one pallet unit adapted for carrying, a number of articles or layers of articles separated by intermediate trays, the pallet unit having an upwardly and downwardly directed rim flange which may be discontinuous, a levelling device being present by means of which the pallet unit can be moved up and down, said holder further comprising means for the support or easy displacement of the filled holder.