Abstract: A palletized load cover is disclosed. The cover includes at least one elastic strap which is held captive on the cover. Integral connectors are provided on each end of the strap and the connectors cooperate with a conventional pallet including at least two retractable belts which can be locked against further unwinding when unwound. Guides are provided on the cover to restrict lateral movement of the strap while permitting limited longitudinal movement of the strap. The connectors provided on each end of the elastic strap are operable to releasably lock with cooperating connectors provided on distal ends of the pallet belts. With the belt connectors locked to the strap connectors at each end of the strap, the belts are pulled so that the belt retracts and is locked against unwinding.

Abstract: A collapsible container foldable between an open position for receiving and containing goods and a closed position for storage has a pair of end walls pivotable about an upper scoreline to a position permitting a pair of side walls to be collapsed accordion fashion. The end walls have vertical posts and the end walls and side walls are fastened together by connector means having a post segment slideably retained therein. The post and post segments act as support columns. Other containers may be stacked thereon both in the open and collapsed condition.

Abstract: A collapsible walled container is disclosed. The container comprises a rectangular floor having supports connected to each corner for removably receiving upright posts therein. A lower, first edge of a chain-link wall member is attached along the length of each side of the rectangular floor. A horizontal support bar extends along an upper second edge of the chain-link wall. Catch means are connected to opposite ends of the horizontal bar for removable registry with a locking and supporting flange connected to an upper end of each upright post.