Improvements in or relating to enclosures

Abstract

A substantially cuboid transport / storage assembly pallet / PMC / IBC cover, operably arranged about a pallet, PMC or IBC assembly, said cover comprising a sleeve and a lid; Wherein the cover is fabricated

Description

Field of Invention The present invention relates to the field of the transportation and storage of goods and to a transport and storage system and in particular, but not necessarily restricted thereto, a system for the transportation and storage of palletised and intermediate bulk carrier goods. Specifically, the present invention provides an enclosure for self-supporting palletized, PMC and IBC goods, generally of a cuboidal or of a right isosceles-trapezoidal prism configuration. The present invention also relates to the provision of the same for the cold chain industry. Background to the Invention In the field of logistics, that is the field of movement and supply of produce and materials, the transportation of intermediate and finished products is frequently assisted by the use of pallets. A pallet typically comprises a flat rectangular structure that supports goods in a stable fashion whether remaining in a transport vehicle - such as a lorry, container etc., a warehouse, storage area etc. or being lifted by a forklift, pallet truck, front loader, or other handling device. Pallets are commonly found in a wide range of industries and services, forming an essential part of many mechanical handling systems in factories, distribution warehouses and the like. Pallets are manufactured from a variety of materials, most commonly from: timber 10 per Figure la; plastics 11 per Figure lb; paper / fibreboard and sometimes from metal. Wooden pallets typically consist of three or more support stringers 13 that support several deckboards 14 to define a platform 12 upon which goods can be placed. Between the corners 15 - for at least on one side of a pallet, there are defined apertures 16 to enable the tines of a fork lift or pallet trolley to be placed, whereby to enable the pallet to be easily manoeuvred. Goods or shipping containers are often placed on a pallet secured with strapping, stretch wrap or shrink wrap and shipped. Pallets make it easier to move heavy loads and are extremely adaptable, not being limited to specific dimensions of height, weight or bulk size as such. Loads with pallets under them can be hauled by forklift trucks of different sizes, or even by hand-drawn pallet trucks. Not only are there grades of durability, heavy weights need to be supported by sufficiently strong pallets. Most pallets can easily carry a load of 1,000 kg (2,205 lb), although, operators must be aware that lightweight pallets may be provided for less significant loads and the load rating must always be confirmed prior to use, given that group transport organisations exist, where pallet products are shared between groups of users, for different types of goods. In some areas of logistics, it has been found that the pallet has become the structural foundation of a unit load which allows handling and storage efficiencies. For example, a unit load device (ULD) typically comprises a container used to load luggage, freight and mail on aircraft that allows a large quantity of cargo to be bundled into a single unit, often being dimensioned to support one, two or more pallets. Since this leads to fewer units to load, it saves ground crews time and effort and helps prevent delayed flights. Depending on their dimensions, ULDs can fit onto wide-body or narrow-body aircraftand are arranged, generally, in a cuboidal - for normal freight or in a right isosceles-trapezoidal prism configuration, for use in aircraft holds where the shape of the hold conforms, broadly with the circular / elliptical fuselage. The contour of a ULD refers to its external dimensions and shape, specifically how it is shaped to match the curvature of an aircraft's fuselage. This is critical because ULDs must conform to the available space in the aircraft's lower deck (belly hold) or main deck, especially in wide-body aircraft. The shape of a ULD 3 can be defiend as having a right isosceles-trapezoidal prism configuration. Further, the extensive use of 40' and 20' containers for transport has spurred the use of pallets because such shipping containers provide smooth and level surfaces suitable for easy pallet movement and bulk stacking of a large number of palletized loads. It is presently understood that, over half a billion pallets are made each year and about two billion pallets are in use across the United States, for example. Softbox Systems developed supportive enclosures which enable a uniform cubic enclosure which can surround pallets with loads and can enable double stacking of palletized loads. Typical pallet sizes are: 1200 x 1000mm; 1200 x 800mm; 48" x 40"; being three of six ISO (International Standards Organization) sanctioned standard pallets, although there is a plethora of different sizes for specific tasks, globally. The fork tines of a fork lift or other lifting device may have limited access to a pallet, being limited to only one side, to two sides or can be provided on all four sides (1-, 2-, or 4-way entry). Pallets are reusable packaging items. Every pallet that is built could potentially be used and used again until such a time when it will need to be replaced. The use of various sizes for pallets causes substantial continuing expense in international trade. A single standard is difficult because of the wide variety of needs a standard pallet would have to satisfy: passing by or through doorways, placing within standard containers and unit load devices (ULDs), noting that weight, size, and bulk affect the use of a standard type of load and use of a standard can reduce labour costs. Figure 2 shows a pallet arrangement 33 with boxes 32 placed on a pallet. It is extremely common to apply stretch plastics about a load, whilst providing greater security, minimising the possibility of movement of the goods in transit, can dispense with any sides to a palletised load, preventing any possibility of stacking. Stretch films are available in a range of roll widths and lengths, and different film thicknesses can be provided from medium through to super-heavy duty film. Typically, clear and black stretch wrap is utilized. However, such films are not easily disposed of such that certain brands include 30% recycled content in order to qualify tax incentives (in the UK, there is a so-called Plastic Packaging Tax, set at a rate to promote recycling), but it is clear that it is not totally re-usable. Another system of pallet deployment is that of the systems commonly referred to as "Pallboxes" where wall panels, typically being cardboard, are stapled or similarly affixed to enclose a pallet or thereby define a pallet integrated with walls, which provide, inter alia reasonable security and are quite often deployed as point of sale systems in garden and DIY / Home Improvement stores, for example. ULD pallets are aluminum sheets that can be loaded with cargo and securely lashed with netting, that can be loaded and unloaded between airplanes and warehouses. Also known as "cookie sheets" in the industry, these ULD pallets are designed to lock cargo in position during transportation to prevent movement. There are multiple pallet types available, including single-layer and double-layer designs. In respect of a pallet, once goods have been placed upon a pallet, whether such goods are placed in one box, in ten boxes or in one hundred or more boxes, then the boxes may need to be fastened or coupled to the pallet to prevent any shifting of the load once placed upon the support battens of the pallet. Conveniently, this can be provided by the use of wide stretch film film as described above, which surrounds not only the pallet but also the goods. However, this suffers from the creation of waste material: it can only be used once, since it applied by roll and is removed using a knife or cutter. A further disadvantage is that the protection afforded is substantially one of securement as opposed to providing weather protection - from damp or heat. Additionally, the wide film is typically clear, whereby the contents of the pallet can be easily identified - albeit this provides a reduction in security; if goods retained on a pallet can easily be identified, then security - from theft - is increased. Pallet covers can take alternative forms. The simplest comprises a large polythene bag, conveniently transparent, whereby to identify goods and are larger than a typical loaded pallet so as to easily surround such a loaded pallet - but are prone to be easily damaged and whilst capable of being recycled, it is common for the bag not to be recycled, due, at least in part to the bag being of a size that is not widely accepted. Other simple types of pallet covers comprise elasticated and woven polypropylene covers. Such polypropylene covers can be simple or be provided with a waterproofing compound and provide a simple solution for protecting pallet-borne products or IBC style container, conveniently being provided with eyelets for retention. Whilst cheap and they are re-usable, after a first use the waterproof qualities cannot be guaranteed - meaning that there is a mass of polypropylene that needs to be properly disposed. Moreover, these covers can be sized so as to be employed for Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBC) and, in the context of air freight logistics, a Pallet Master Container (PMC_ pallet), which is a ULD (Unit Load Device) — a standardized container or pallet used to load freight, mail, and luggage onto aircraft. CSafe manufacture Silverskin® thermal covers which designed to protect temperature-sensitive products against thermal damage in transit and are manufactured from metallized plastics sheeting, using polypropylene and represents an example of a difficult to dispose of pallet enclosure. Similarly, Thermal Packaging Solutions produce thermal pallet covers which comprise highly reflective outer layers for temperature, an aluminium foil intermedialry layer, with an air bubble insulating membrane increase the Lambda value. Again these are waterproof but as a plastics solution present difficulties with recycling / disposal. Protection from UV light can also be provided; In some cases Insulated Jackets can be provided, for example, such covers can be made from so-called "bubble-pack" aluminized plastics - such as metallised polyethylene (METRE) laminate - which are rated typically for single use and are also difficult to dispose of in an ecological fashion. The primary functions of a thermal cover are to reflect sunlight, prevent solar heat accumulation, and insulate against ambient temperatures. However, given the environmental challenges and landfill concerns associated with non-recyclable materials, there's an increasing demand for sustainable packaging solutions in cold-chain logistics. Intermediate bulk containers are industrial-grade containers engineered for the mass handling, transport, and storage of liquids, semi-solids, pastes, or solids. The two main categories of IBC tanks are flexible IBCs and rigid IBCs and are sometimes referred to as IBC or pallet tanks, IBC totes or simply as an IBC. A benefit is that many types of IBCs are reused or repurposed after an initial use. Rigid intermediate bulk containers are stackable, reusable, versatile containers with an integrated pallet base mount that provides forklift and / or pallet jack manoeuvrability. These containers can be made from metal, plastic, or a composite construction of the two materials. Rigid IBC design types are manufactured across a volume range that is in between that of standard shipping drums and intermodal tank containers, hence the title "intermediate" bulk container. IBC totes are typically fabricated from woven polypropylene fibre - so-called "plastic hessian" to define a volume of up to 3 cubic metres, which provides a known unit of transport, which can provide benefits, for example, in shipping and customs aspects of international trade. With reference to Figures 3a - 3f, there are shown six types of IBC, comprising a simple sack 31 with four handles 32 along a top edge, a sack 33 with an outlet or chute 34 on an underside (although they may well be positioned at a lower edge of a side panel); The IBC 31' of Figure 3c has a "skirt" element 37 which can be folded over to provide a modicum of protection to any good retained within; The IBC 38 of Figure 3d is provided with a top inlet / outlet, whilst the IBC 39 of Figure 3e is provided with first and second, upper and lower, inlet and outlet orifices; the IBC of Figure 3f is similar to the item shown in Figure 3b, with an additional protective "skirt" at the top. Per GB2526704B (E Tattam) there is provided pallet assembly comprising an enclosure for a pallet and this has addressed the needs of the transport industry as disclosed in Figures 4a and 4b - showing such a pallet 10 with enclosure having walls 43 surrounding goods 42 and having a separable cover 44. The enclosure is quite rigid and permits reliable stacking of palletized goods, whilst conveniently made out of cardboard and thus recyclable, it can be considered as being too substantial for a simple cover to protect goods from temperature and protect from precipitation. The enclosure comprises sleeve walls 43 that surround a product 42 that has been placed upon a pallet. Whilst thermally insulating walls can be provided, the basic concept comprising a pallet - having slats or pre-formed plastics apertures - and the walls with one or more apertures 45, defined between "corner feet" 46 of the enclosure 43 for the tines of a fork-lift truck / pallet trolley prevent the concept from providing a stackable cold chain container. Whilst the concept is being readily adopted, concerns have arisen over simple security; plastics film that is commonly applied about the sides of a palletized good or other enclosure can be simply removed to enable unauthorized persons access to an interior and the ability to remove the covers can prove to be an inconvenience since security banding has a tendency to move when being applied and can be equally simply be removed to enable unauthorized persons access to an interior. In contrast, shrink / stretch plastics wrapping cannot easily be removed - at least neither surreptitiously nor in a fashion where such actions would be unnoticed. In addition, in relation to the cold chain industry, the nature of the basic pallet compromises potential applications in that it does not provide a temperature controlled atmosphere. Figures 4d and 4e show non-cuboidal ULDs, respectively referred to as LD3 and LD6, which are shaped to match the curvature of an aircraft's fuselage, whereby to maximize use of the available space in the aircraft's lower deck (belly hold) or main deck, especially in wide-body aircraft. GB2459392B (E Tattam) teaches of a simple to erect container body which encloses a load in a temperature controlled atmosphere, which container body is provided with a pallet base. WO2019177682 (Sunoco Development, Inc.) provides a thermally insulating body to be placed upon a pallet, as shown in Figure 4c. The first system has been in use for over a decade and is extremely useful in cold chain distribution, especially international and long distance distribution; the second system provides four EPS corner panels that have corresponding tongue and groove elements to provide a rectangular wall structure with corresponding base and top panels, which are mounted upon a pallet. Whilst good thermal performance can be obtained with EPS, recycling concerns, friability and an inability to properly "flat-pack" are significant issues in the present cold chain industry. PMCs, IBCs, pallets, pallet-like containers and, indeed, ordinary boxes placed upon pallets have become ubiquitous in the fields of logistics storage. However, especially in wet climates, such basic units of the logistics industry suffer from being susceptible to damp. When stationed on the runway prior to being placed in an aircraft or en route to a logistics centre form an aircraft; when placed upon lorries without weather proofing; they get wet when outdoors; packaging can deteriorate - especially when, for example, cardboard boxes that are not waterproof have been used. Pallet covers have been developed, for example, which comprise metallicized plastics and provide thermal protection; because they are manufactured from plastics sheeting, they will also provide a reasonable degree of waterproofing. Nonetheless, such plastics sheeting is not easily recycled and is relatively expensive. The plastics film sheeting is not necessarily of a sufficient thickness to provide thermal insulation. Companies who manufacture items for use in commerce typically package and ship the items on pallets. In many instances, the packaging procedure is done completely or partially by machines who stack any number of boxes onto a commercial shipping pallet and then shrink-wrap the same. Owing to this automation, the dimensions of the ready-to-ship pallets produced by many companies are identical week in and week out. Shipping pallets are typically constructed from wood or plastic, and most commonly include a dimension of 48x40 inches. The pallets having a top surface onto which goods are stacked, and a plurality of channels along the sides for receiving the arms of a forklift. Although this method has proved useful for moving groups of items at one time, there are several practical and environmental drawbacks. One of the major disadvantages to this method is that the pallet contents are easily damaged during transport. The most common cause of damage results from forklifts or other machinery while moving the palletized materials from one location to another. Many times, the forks inadvertently puncture the plastic wrap and damage or destroy the palletized contents. Moreover, because there is no structural support other than the pallet itself, there is no way to stack full pallets of materials vertically, so as to utilize all available space in a trailer or other transport vehicle. Another issue is that pallets are often loaded onto vehicles or aircraft outdoors, where adverse weather conditions such as rain or snow are present. In such situations, moisture enters the open top end of the pallet where it penetrates the cardboard shipping boxes and damages the box contents. Finally, in an attempt to make it more difficult for a thief to cut the plastic and steel palletized goods, shippers often over-wrap the pallets using 2-5 times the amount of shrink wrap that would otherwise be necessary. Because plastic shrink wrap can only be used one time, this produces a significant amount of waste that represents serious and ongoing environmental issues affecting landfills and our oceans. Accordingly, a need exists for a reusable cover operable to cover an enclosed generally cuboid integrated shipper or integrated pallet, unit load device, IBC or other form of transport container that does not suffer from the above noted deficiencies, which cover can provide protection beyond that of a basic cuboid integrated pallet, unit load device, IBC or other form of transport container. Object to the Invention The present invention seeks to provide a solution to the problems addressed above. The present invention seeks to provide a cover system that can enable goods upon a pallet, unit load device, PMC, IBC or other form of transport container, equipped with external walls and lid or otherwise, so as to be protected from atmospheric conditions. The system also seeks to provide a degree of security by covering in a secure fashion. The present invention also seeks to provide a cover that is configured as a modular cover operably arranged about a pallet, PMC, IBC, etc. shipper and distinct to the shipper to be protected by the cover itself. Furthermore, the present invention seeks to provide a waterproof cover that can be recycled. The present invention also seeks to provide a temperature - controlled system for both pallet-borne goods that protects the goods from solar and thermal radiation. The present invention also seeks to provide a temperature controlled cover for a transport / storage assembly for goods palletized or otherwise, whereby goods can be maintained within an atmosphere having a predefined temperature range. Statement of Invention In accordance with a general aspect of the invention, there is provided a cover for a generally self-contained cuboid load, the cover comprising first, second, third and fourth sidewall members and a lid element; wherein the cover can be placed over a generally cuboid load, wherein the cover is formed from wood-fibre based, waterproofed and reflective sheets which provide thermal and mechanical protection. Whilst significant amounts of freight, for transport by air, sea and land employs ISO containers, such containers - and smaller loads which can be more conveniently packaged using pallets and intermediate bulk containers, ofen do not provide in themselves sufficient protection from extremes of temperature and precipitation. The present invention provides a basic degree of inexpensive yet effective protection in the form of cellulose or wood-fibre covers that can conveniently and easily be recycled after use or used for several times. Conveniently, the shorter sides (in width) or one set of opposite sides are provided with fold-lines extending upwardly form a base to the lid, with a corresponding fold across the lid, to enable the cover to be folded from a condition suitable for protective use with respect to enclosed goods to a minimum volume for storage and subsequent use. Accordingly, the invention provides a protective cover for products placed on a support / pallet or to be placed upon a pallet, or a characterized in that it comprises a paper-based material which is substantially white and waterproofed and provided with layered sheet material to provide thermal, moisture and mechanical protection over and above the walls of the basic container envelpped by the present invention. The cuboid load can comprise any form of substantially boxlike transport / storage assembly comprising a pallet or other bulk container, a sleeve and a cover; wherein the pallet comprises a rectangular platform operable to support a load above a base support surface by means of corner bearers, the pallet defining at least one aperture to permit access for at least one tine of a lifting device; wherein the sleeve comprises four wall panels, each having internal and external wall faces; wherein the sleeve is capable of being flat packed when not in use; wherein the sleeve, in use, provides upstanding walls that extend from feet operably in contact with a base support surface, defining an aperture to permit access for at least one tine of a lifting device, and terminate with an uppermost lip. In accordance with another aspect of the invention, there is provided a reusable and recyclable thermal protective cover for a substantially cuboid transport or storage assembly, such as a pallet, PMC, or intermediate bulk container (IBC), the cover comprising: a sleeve formed from four interconnected wall panels, each having an inner and outer face, and a lid coupled to an upper edge of the sleeve, wherein the cover is constructed from a laminated material comprising at least one outer layer of bleached kraft paper and at least one inner insulating layer of shaped or corrugated cellulose-based material, wherein the outer surface of the laminated material is water-resistant and has a reflectivity sufficient to reduce heat gain from solar radiation, wherein the sleeve and lid define an enclosure operable to be folded into a compact, flat-packed state. Additionally, use of an adhesive tape, placed about the corners, in the region of the band strapping can ameliorate any loss in thermal integrity, noting that the band straps are conveniently placed below the upper surface of the pallet, whereby the sleeves / wall are secured to the pallet as such. Conveniently the adhesive tape is formed from a cellulose fibre tape. Conveniently, the band strapping is provided by means of one of polyester, polypropylene and steel band strapping. Band strapping techniques are well known in the packaging industry; a ratchet system enables the band - once positioned about the base, in the region of the pallet, and upon appropriate tension being achieved enables firm association of the enclosure with respect to the goods to be protected. Preferably tension forces of up to 100 N, using standard equipment can be applied; in so doing the outer walls of the cover are gently compressed toward the pallet and load, whereby to securely associate the two components together, without destroying the insulative properties of the corrugated material or other spacer material such as bubble spacing. In the event that the arrangement comprises a pallet load, in another aspect of the invention, a non-apertured sheet can be placed upon an upper surface of the pallet base to reduce convection transfer by gases within the volume under a cover in accordance with the invention. By having a pallet substantially air-tight, using additional base insulation, especially when cool packs are employed, the benefits are significant since, not only would an exchange of air with the atmosphere outside the container contribute to an increase in temperature within a container, the exchange of air with the atmosphere outside the container will also bring about condensation of the saturated air when cooled and possible frosting upon the cool packs, generally increasing the rate of exchange of energy between the atmosphere and the goods being transported. As will be appreciated, by those skilled, the transport / storage assembly can conveniently be further provided with thermal insulation panels to increase thermal resistance from an inside of the transport / storage assembly to an externals surface. Conveniently, the transport / storage assembly is further provided with band strapping such that the cover cannot be easily separated, through accident or otherwise from an external wall of a pallet, UDL or IBC structure or gernally cuboid product placed upon a pallet. It has been found preferably to provide reinforced panels or channels on an upper surface whereby any band strapping does not compromise the use of the cover as a support surface for any further transport / storage assembly. Adhesive tape can be applied in the region of band strap contact portions to provide localized continuity between the walls and a band strap, to assist in the maintenance of an airtight enclosure. Those skilled in the art will be aware of various cellulose and woodpulp materials from which the sleeve and lid can be fabricated, including paper, paperboard, formed paperboard, cardboard, corrugated cardboard. The sleeve can comprise four panels and each hingedly connected, wherein the hinges are arranged about the corners of enable the panels to be substantially rigid. Equally, the assembly can have a sleeve comprising two elements of a "C"- configuration in plan, wherein each "C" element comprises first, second (middle) and third panels, with a hinge being provided either side of the middle panel, the sleeve elements have one edge for placement upon a ground or other support surface and the opposite edge is attached to the lid, conveniently by the use of a wood-fibre based adhesive tape. It will be appreciated that by the use of such "C" elements, then variations in a dimension of the pallet in the axis of coupling of the two "C" elements can be easily accommodated. It will be appreciated that pallets, UDLs and IBCs are of prescribed dimensions - with a tolerance to be factored in especially when the pallet is fabricated from natural products, such as wood - noting that variations will arise in the wood due to timber drying out and creating torsional stresses in so doing together with the fact that in being fastened with nails and / or screws, accuracy may be limited or the IBC contains loose fill material. When the system is used for temperature control, then it is preferred that mutually contacting faces of the first and second "C" configuration panels - i.e., the respective inside surface of a first panel of one "C" element abutting an outside surface of a third panel of the other "C" element are treated to prevent gaseous passage therebetween. Additional thermally insulating sleeves / sheet elements can either be fitted within the support sleeve or around the outside of the sleeve. Heat control elements such as phase change materials (aka PCMs) can be provided, which, in use, are selectively heated / cooled to provide a temperature profile for a particular class of good for a period of transit time. Accordingly, the present invention, can also be employed for temperature sensitive goods, where the sleeves are either highly insulating in themselves or benefit from further internal and or external thermally insulating media comprising panels, sleeves or other insulating materials. Pockets on an inside wall surfaces of the cover can be placed for the installation of phase change material containers. It will be appreciated that the base support surface comprises one of a ground surface, a floor associated with one of a support bench / storage racking system associated a stores area, a workshop / office / storage area, a load floor of a transport vehicle, main lower decks and of wide-body aircraft and a cover of another cylindrical transport / storage assembly. By having a protective cover which can be folded in a flat fashion when not in use, the actual useful storage space of a warehouse, racking system, loading bay, lorry, train wagon or other form of ground / working area support surface can be increased. In a commercial vehicle delivery system, palletized loads can be protected and stacked; equally, non-palletized loads can be protected and stacked; whilst on a return journey a totally different type of load can be transported with the present invention, being stored with a reduced space configuration, whereby to assist in a logistics business. In another aspect, the present invention relates to a thermal protection cover for cold chain palletized, intermediate bulk carriers, PMCs and similar products. Products stored or transported are often placed upon pallets or placed within boxes including a base which is provided with an integral pallet element and is provided with apertures capable of accepting forks of a fork lift, that is to say, these products are placed on a pallet. This is the case for products that must be stored within a given temperature range, for example products that must be kept cold. Such products sometimes need to be transferred, for example from one means of transport to another or from one location to another within a factory; it is then necessary to ensure that their temperature remains within the desired range. The aim of the invention is to provide a cover making it possible to ensure that a transfer of palletized or otherwise contained product, at least over a short distance, takes place at substantially constant temperature conditions. The present invention therefore can provide thermal and water-resistant covers for various cargo formats; the form factor is variable to suit differing operators needs and also provides materials that have not been employed in the industry, not the benefits thereof envisages. In the manufacturing method the inventors have employed fibre reinforced paper tape to provide robust panel connection without compromising recyclability or performance. Cushion paper insulation can be reinforced with fibre or by th eapplicatio of additional tape strengthening where required. A preferred a laminated kraft paper container cover has been shown to be waterproof, IR-reflective, and thermally insulative. Brief Description of the Figures For a better understanding of the present invention, reference will now be made, by way of example only, to the Figures as shown in the accompanying drawing sheets, wherein:- Figures la &lb illustrate two known forms of pallet; Figure 2 illustrates a typical pallet with a load; Figure 3a - 3f show various configurations of intermediate bulk container; Figures 4a &4b show first and second views of an integrated pallet system as known from GB2526704B; Figure 4c shows a expanded view of an integrated pallet system as known from WO2019177682; Figures 5a, 5b &5c show outline and exemplary representations of embodiments (external and internal) in accordance with the invention; Figures 6a - 6g show aspects of lid and sleeve construction; Figures 7a - 7e show a PMC system in accordance with the invention; Figures 8 - 8f depict images of the samples in "as tested" conditions; together with details relating to placement of data-loggers; Figures 9a &9b detail the types of covers under test and a correlation of the placement position of data loggers with respect to the covers under test; Figure 10 provides a comparison of temperatures under direct sunlight test conditions; Figures 11a &lib provide, respectively, initial period readings from loggers of the empty box test (2 layer embodiment) and of the empty box test (METRE Single Bubble); Figures 12 details the results of testing empty boxes, for all the covers under test, with the data logger probes in place per international testing regulations; Figure 13 shows results for the 2 and 4 layer embodiments vs a single bubble cover and a Control pallet; Figure 14 provides a comparison of direct sunlight testing of external probes; Figures 15a - 15e show thermal images of products indicating the heat of the mid-day sun on location; Figure 16 shows results for direct sunlight testing of box covers in accordance with the invention compared with a known cover and a control pallet; Figure 17 provides a comparison of direct sunlight testing of external probes Direct Sunlight Testing -Comparison of water bottles placed at right hand upper and left hand lower positions within a box, with probes between bottles; Figure 18 is a graph of direct sunlight testing all covers + control pallet; Figure 19 is a graph of direct sunlight testing of all covers with a control pallet with regard to surface temperatures below the top middle of the cover; and, Figure 20 is a comparison graph of direct sunlight testing results between box covers in accordance with the invention, a control pallet (no cover) &known covers, with loggers on the outside of the boxes Detailed description of the Preferred Embodiments There will now be described, by way of example only, the best mode contemplated by the inventor for carrying out the present invention. In the following description, numerous specific details are set out in order to provide a complete understanding to the present invention. It will be apparent to those skilled in the art, that the present invention may be put into practice with variations of the specific. Reference shall now be made to Figures 5a &5b to introduce aspects of the invention. Figure 5a shows a cover 50 for a loaded pallet formed from card showing a lid component 51 and a wall or sleeve component 52. With reference to Figure 5b, the lid is shown fastened to the sleeve using single sided adhesive tape. Along the short sides, there is a vertical crease, formed to enable folding of the card material about the shorter sides to enable folding when not in use, noting that the lid is provided creases as shall be discussed below. On one side, for a single element sleeve, the crease can be replaced by or a join between two distal ends of a single sleeve. In practice, it has been found to be preferred that two sleeve members are provided (of half the overall length of a single sleeve), whereby each sleeve member comprises a general "C" configuration, in plan view, with two creases defined in the sleeve, to permit the sleeve to surround a product such as a pallet or IBC container. It will be appreciated that two sheets of a general "L" configuration, in plan view could also be provided, albeit it has been found beneficial in construction to have the centre join of two "C" panels provide a simple fold section, noting that the edge creases are folded 90° in use, whilst the folded sections are folded 180° when the cover is stored, the centre join being formed to provide sufficient protection, despite being creased to a greater degree when folded as opposed to the corner creases. Figure 5c shows an inside of a cover. It is to be noted that when the walls are defined by / fabricated from two sheets, by having the walls joined at the sentre of the short walls, then folding can be facilitated since a tape applied to the join the walls, can act as a hinge element. Figure 5b indicates creases 54 in the lid, also shown in Figures 6a &6b, where approximately 45° from each corner to a centre crease bisecting the lid along the longer axis - noting also that the cover may be formed so that it is generally square in plan. Figure 6b shows the lid in plan view prior to bending of the elongate tabs 55, which are fastened to the sleeves and depend, in use, perpendicularly with respect to lid top surface. Notwithstanding this, the cover can be constructed from a different number of die-cut components depending on material sheet size, production method, or automation requirements. For example, the side and top panels can also be assembled modularly, with creased and folded elements joined using tape, rather than being cut from a single blank. In alternative production modes, the construction could resemble a gusseted paper bag, where flexible corner or side folds allow compact storage and expansion on deployment, as will be known to the skilled addressee. It is also noted that, by employing a joining method using fibre-reinforced tape permits high-strength bonding of multiple components, providing flexibility in manufacturing without compromising performance or rigidity. It wil be appreciated that a range of alternative construction methods, particularly those enabled by the strong adhesive properties of the fibre-reinforced tape will be understood to the skilled addressee. Figures 6c and 6d show two types of sleeve of different overall lengths, to provide enclosures for pallets, goods etc of a uniform height. Nonetheless, different height enclosure can be provided to provide shows a two part enclosure being placed around the pallet and load. Figures 6c &d show two types of sidewall, wherein there are provided two sets of edges to join. The invention also addresses the assembly process in fastening the two elements together. Specifically, in accordance with one aspect of the invention, a paper-based along the edges of the "C" plan side walls, creating a flexible hinge. This hinge is arranged such that the insulation layers are separated when the insulation layers are folded, whilst securely connecting laminated and securely connects the thick edges without forming a thermal bridge or necessitating material overlap. An additional advantage, arises from of overlapping the tape about a lower edge of the enclosures lower section, which approach significantly bolsters strength and resilience against ripping and separation, enhancing the package's overall durability and reliability under stress. It has been found that this technique, utilizing two side pieces and a separate one-piece gusset folding lid, streamlines assembly, making it quick, simple, and cost-effective. Figures 6e - 6g show, respectively, a view of an inside of the cover 50', a cover in an upright orientation and a cover with the component parts depicted I a spaced apart fashion. Figures 6e &6f indicate that the sidewalls 52a and 52b are joined at edges 56 and 56' by tape on the outside, and the lid is fastened by tape; with refernce to Figure 6g, cover 50' is shown in a spaced out format, where it can be seen that walls 52a and 52b are fastened by tape 57 and that the lid 51' is not provided with depending tabs 55. The cover in accordance with the present invention has been found to be best formed as a laminate of several types of material, comprising an outer layer which provides thermal reflectivity and water resistance; equally, the complete laminate must be rugged to provide a structure. During tests it was found that a bleached white triple coated kraft paper, such as "Fusion" paper produced by Sappi AG having a weight of 115gm-2, once laminated to a cup and ball cushion paper of 3.8mm thickness provided a suitable material to employ as a cover material. Specialty papers can be provided such that the following attributes are available: Gloss surfaces are provided which assist in displacement of water molecules and prevent absorption thereof; The strength of paper is determined predominantly by: the strength of the individual fibres of the stock; the average length of the fibre; the intrafibre bonding characteristics - which is enhanced by beating / refining actions during paper manufacture; and, the structure and formation of the sheet; the particular calendering process employed - and associated surface treatment and or lamination / coating / sealing and varnishing. South African Pulp and Paper Industries (SAPPI) provides a product range paper and for corrugated board applications with an uncoated, fully bleached and completely recyclable virgin fibre liner. It will be appreciated that many alternatives are possible; instead of cup and ball paper, bubble paper or single sided corrugated paper could be employed; equally the number of laminations can be varied, to provide greater thermal protection by increasing the thermal conduction path. Optical properties are also factors which need to be taken into account. Ordinarily, the more important optical properties of paper are brightness, colour, opacity, and gloss. The term brightness has come to mean the degree to which white or nearwhite papers and paperboard reflect the light of the blue end of the spectrum (i.e., their reflectance). This reflectance is measured by an instrument that illuminates paper at an average angle of incidence of 45° and a wavelength of 457pm. Brightness measured in this way is found to correlate closely with subjective estimates of the relative whiteness of paper. Opacity is one of the most desired properties of printing and writing papers. Satisfactory performance of such papers requires that there be little or no "show-through" of images from one side of the sheet to the other. Satisfactory opacity in printing papers requires that white mineral pigments be incorporated with the paper stock or applied as a coating. The terms gloss, glare, finish, and smoothness are used in describing the surface characteristics of paper. The broad term finish refers to the general surface characteristics of the sheet. Smoothness refers to the absence of surface irregularities under either visual or use conditions. Gloss refers to surface lustre and connotes a generally pleasing aspect. Glare is used for a more intense reflection and a more unpleasant effect. Gloss of paper is determined by measuring percent reflectance at a low angle of incidence, 15° to the surface (i.e., 75° to the perpendicular). Calendering and coating are important paper-treating methods that affect gloss. Kraft wrapping, has been found to be useful as a paper type for the present invention: it is a heavy stock generally used for paper bags. It is distinguished by outstanding tensile and tearing strength. Kraft wrapping is sized to retard wetting when exposed to water. Kraft paper may be given wet strength by treatment with special resins. The company SAPPI also provides high strength paper-base tapes which have been used in development, which tapes are preferably fibre-reinforced tapes. One tape that has been employed is a 10cm wide tapes formed from first and second papers of between 40 and 100 gm-2 in weight, conveniently, having an upper sheet in white with a reflectivity in correspondence with the white of the panels. In between the two sheets, a hot melt glue can be employed with, for example glass fibre yarn to provide strength and durability to the tape. On the lower face, a self-adhesive backing can be provided with a removable liner. Such tapes can be custom manufactured by a variety of manufacturers of paper based, recyclable tapes. Figure 6h shows a section through a laminated board that is used in the construction of the walls and lid of the cover. The laminate comprises a single outer kraft paper - treated to provide waterproofing and bleached to provide a white / off-white colour designed to provide reflect heat as opposed to absorbing thermal radiation. Inventors have tested various wood-fibre based sheet materials to provide tensile strength, thermal insulation mechanical insulation and waterproof qualities. Conveniently, the product is a laminated material with a rugged outer layer / top layer, ideally comprising a glossy, high brightness material, conveniently being of a weight in the range 90 - 180gm-2, albeit other thickness / weight ranges can also show benefits, which can be folded and creased to enable folds to be created and is provided with two layers of cushion / air pocket paper. Waterproofing materials may assist in increasing reflectivity to provide a reflectivity substantially similar to aluminised sheet materials, as are commonly used in the industry. Figure 7a shows a further embodiment of the invention in the form of a PMC cover, in a completed state; Figure 7b is an exploded / spaced apart view with shows a load of 8 euro pallets, with two spaced apart wall sections ("C" in plan - for this figure), albeit taped together from separate parts and taped together on manufacture - folds up into a euro pallet footprint 1.2m x 0.8m. In the alternative - or additionally - Figures 7d and 7e show, firstly the arrangement of a cover in accordance with the present invention upon a pallet enclosure per GB2526704B, as discussed above, and, secondly, sixteen such pallets, together with the with covers placed upon a PMC pallet. A system in accordance with the invention can be tailored to a wide range of freight geometries, which are conveniently of rectangular configuration, but are not so limited to pallet or IBC dimensions. It is well known that pallets, ULDs and IBCs come in various sizes: the present invention can be sized appropriately so that the cover snugly envelopes the goods. In the event that the protective cover is employed to surround goods placed upon a pallet, in a pallbox, an IBC or similar having a base with apertures or castellations along one or more sides to accept the tines of a pallet truck or fork lift at just above the ground. In the event that apertures for tines are provided, then it would be possible to employ band-strapping to provide a degree of security, noting that it is preferred that the straps are of a width of 20mm or more, to prevent the band strapping causing damage to the cover. Conveniently the height of the sleeves (as determined from the feet or base in use to the lid) will correspond to the maximum height of the goods intended to be covered. In an alternative, version, folded, pleat-like creases could be defined to enable the lid part to sit upon or rest close to a top surface of the goods whereby to provide a close fitting arrangement. Similar folds - akin to accordion bellows could be provided along one or more sleeve-top-sleeve sections, to enable the cover to corresponthe area of the goods. Nonetheless, the height of the "top of the sleeve to-the ground" will depend upon the nature of the ULD employed, noting that the length of the sleeve from the top to the bottom will increase in the event that the ULD is of a hold conforming congfigurations, such as the ULD 3, where the general shape of the container is of a right isosceles-trapezoidal prism configuration. The cover can be constructed from a different number of die-cut components, depending on material sheet size, production method, or automation requirements. The side and top panels may be assembled modularly, with creased and folded elements joined using tape, rather than being cut from a single blank. In alternative production modes, the construction could resemble a gusseted paper bag, where flexible corner or side folds allow compact storage and expansion on deployment. The joining method using fibre-reinforced tape permits high-strength bonding of multiple components, providing flexibility in manufacturing without compromising performance or rigidity. Whilst it is intended that the covers are substantially five sided, continuous covers, variants that include slits or overlapping edges can be provided to assist with draping over taller or awkward loads. The modular construction enabled by the fibre-reinforced tape allows a flexible reconfiguration of panels, whereby to enable the invention to adapt to operational needs or automation constraints. The present invention provides a simple to fold cover, that is of light weight, easily packed to a low volume state and is recyclable / re-usable. Inventors have substantiated this functionality through comparative testing against existing products and have performed tests in climatic conditions where the mid-day temperatures were in the range of 30 - 35°C, to provide a range of thermal performance results, notably comparing the present invention with known products and with control products. Conducting real-world testing introduces numerous environmental variables, and despite rigorous efforts to ensure fairness, factors such as the sun's zenith movement, cloud cover, wind, unforeseen shading, human handling discrepancies, and ambient radiative heat effects do introduce variations in results, albeit this provides realistic results. This test protocol was designed to minimize the impact of such variables, but they cannot be eradicated completely. Any potential external factors that might influence outcomes have been carefully documented. One major factor is the order in which the covers are placed in the sun and human resources available to set up all pallets at the same start point. An initial phase of testing shall now be discussed with reference to Figures 8 to 8f. It is to be noted that a worst-case scenario was evaluated with reference to the testing of an empty box. By the evaluation of an empty box, one can evaluate thermal performance of the loggers that were selected in the least favourable locations such as under the top of the cover and outside the boxes, also in the shade and on top of the covers. With regard to each particular box under test, the same pallets were employed -being 800 x 1200 pallets, the so-called Euro pallets, formed from wood, each equipped with eighteen folded and taped regular cardboard boxes arranged in a general cube-shape. In order to perform equivalent test for each of the sample boxes, each of the data loggers were placed in specified positions to capture temperature data from both inside and outside the boxes, as well as being placed such that they were subject to direct sunlight and shaded conditions of the ambient atmosphere. Thermal covers in accordance with the invention - also referenced by their trade names (trade mark registration pending) namely Solaris 5, 10, 25 - were compared with prior single bubble, medium multilayer, and thick multilayer thermal covers to designated pallets; noting that a control pallet was provided with no cover. Loggers were placed on top of the cover in the middle, following placement of each cover. The covers were not further fastened by, for example, by band strapping or shrink wrapping. Following this test, leave all test pallets remained outdoors overnight to allow restabilization and reheating under the next day's sun. In a second test, boxes were loaded with a minimal payload comprising bottled water, to reflect a more sensitive test condition, noting that a record was made of "worst case" locations such as under the top of the cover and outside the boxes, also in the shade and on top of the covers. With respect to pallet preparation, the same conditions applied as for the initial phase, although there were two payload boxes per pallet, each containing three single litre bottles of water, diagonally arranged with respect to each other - i.e. one box placed in the top right corner with the other box placed in the bottom left corner, noting that each payload box was "pre-conditioned" by having the water bottles being maintained at 18°C + / - 3°C with water bottles for 18 hours, as is known in the art. Each set of bottles was arranged in a tri-nest strap arrangement, with each data logger being placed in the centre of each tri-nest arrangement, with an established logger numbering system being employed. Overall, the boxes were arranged in a cubic form, with the payload boxes being arranged diagonally as discussed above, the data logger being a wireless logger in between them. As before, the covers were then applied to the boxes under test, save for the control box, with a logger on top of the cover in the middle once the cover is applied. In order to ensure that a minimal disturbance to the conditioned environment, the samples under test were arranged in a short time frame. Loggers were strategically placed to monitor temperature dynamics accurately. This methodical approach ensures a comprehensive evaluation across different scenarios, providing valuable insights into the thermal covers' effectiveness under both unloaded and with a minimal water payload. The payload boxes and covers were transported from the conditioning area to the direct sunlight as fast and efficiently as possible according to the test method. The Solaris covers were first to be placed in the sun, followed by the Single Bubble, Medium Multilayer, and Thick Multilayer prior covers. With regard to the resulting data for the tests, the empty boxes employed under test were conducted with single wall corrugated boxes lacking any payload, distinctly illustrates the basic thermal insulation and infra-red / visible light reflective-radiative benefit attributes of a cover during daytime and nighttime. The evaluation took place in a semi-enclosed area with a structure on one side and commenced at 12:37 PM in Cape Town, South Africa, just before the peak of the midday sun. According to the weather forecast, the ambient temperature was expected to reach 32°C with minimal wind, which would pick up later in the day, as commonly occurs in this area. Nevertheless, the direct sunlight quickly raised the temperature of the control pallet's top logger to 47°C. The setup was maintained over twenty-four hours, noting that ambient temperatures fell to 8°C in the early hours, approaching dusk. During the midday peak, the control pallet's top logger temperature increased to 56°C. Notwithstanding this, it should be noted that empty boxes are particularly unstable in terms of their thermal mass and are extremely sensitive to temperature fluctuations due to the complete void within. The data highlights a notable amount of protection in both the hot and cold scenarios offered by all grades of covers, comparative thermal protection was achieved. The results, as discussed below, offer a breakdown from several perspectives, and provide insights into the respective properties of each cover. In practice, the covers in accordance with the present invention was placed outside first, and there was some small delay to place the remaining covers over the pallets. From this initial graph which shows the absolute worst-case logger that was placed first, logger 22 - we can see that before the test was started, the temperature for "22 - Solaris 5 Top (Underneath the Cover)" has reached 36.38°C. Note that the probes were mixed up for Solaris 5, and 23 was the payload Figure 10 Readings from logger 51-56 for the first 20 minutes of the empty box test (METRE Single Bubble). The top right corner of the sample box in accordance with the invention, with two layers of material ("Solaris 5") did appear to rise in temperature quicker than the other covers and the outside box probe also matched the control pallet. However, the bottom left probe remained cool, following the trend of the other probes. It is believed that further testing shall provide improved results. Analysis In this second round of testing, with load units comprising three bottles of water, each bottle containing one litre of water in the diagonal top corners only, the internal probes were much more stable. The order of cover deployment this time was reversed, with the two layer material in accordance with the invention being deployed following the METRE single bubble. There was improved performance from the the two layer material in accordance with the invention, but indications are that the METRE single bubble is very slightly better. The remainder of the covers showed very similar performance with a small water payload. During evaluations conducted in South Africa, under peak ambient temperatures of 32°C, and with the control pallet loggers recording an elevated temperature of 52°C, the study presented an arduous test environment closely mirroring real-world conditions experienced on typical conditions experienced in use, for example during transfer from lorry to store; form airplane to cargo hold via a hot runway. The ground temperature soared to 54°C, and infrared camera imagery captured the significant radiant heat emanating from the ground, underscoring the extreme nature of the test conditions, as exemplified with Figures 8 and 15 - 15e. In the initial stage of testing, the two layer embodiment "Solaris 5" encountered challenges, notably warming up more rapidly compared to its counterparts due to being exposed to full sun as the first pallet in sequence. However, it showed a marked improvement in performance during the second stage, involving limited water payloads. The strategic placement of loggers outside the boxes (at locations 4 &5 for the two layer embodiment, and 3 &5 for the four layer embodiment - with reference to Figures 8a and 9b) highlighted the effectiveness of the insulation provided by each cover across both testing phases. This insight is crucial as, in practical scenarios, shipments invariably contain some form of payload, making the empty box test a stringent worst-case scenario. The graphical results arising from the tests with regard to the the two layer and four layer embodiments in accordance with the present invention emerged as being particularly notable, showcasing exceptional protective qualities in both the empty box and water payload tests. Remarkably,the 12 layer variant of the present invention "Solaris 25" matched and, in the water payload scenario, surpassed the performance of the industry benchmarks set by the medium and thick multilayer covers. This achievement highlights the advanced insulation and reflective capabilities of the present invention. It has been widely held that reflective aluminium coatings (commonly referred to as "silver", "silver coating" &"silver coloured") reflect well - for a reasonable cost - and thus have been treated as the preferred external "colours" for use as thermal covers for cold chain logistics, and domestic ice bags etc. alike. Whilst it has also been readily recognized that lighter-coloured materials, including white, tend to reflect sunlight well, it has not hitherto been realized that significant benefits can be provided with regard to diffuse radiation (daylight) / indirect sunlight daylight, compared to darker or metallised surfaces. It is believed that this arises because lighter surfaces reflect visible light more efficiently, which is a significant component of solar energy, leading to lower heat absorption. For applications in thermal covers and other materials aimed at minimizing solar heat gain, this principle suggests that white recyclable paper-based covers could potentially offer superior solar reflectance compared to silver metallized composites. This characteristic makes them appealing for protecting temperature-sensitive goods in logistics, particularly in scenarios where reducing solar heat accumulation is critical. While specific studies directly comparing white and silver material reflectivity under identical conditions would provide the most definitive conclusions, the general understanding of material reflectivity supports the premise that white surfaces are highly effective at reflecting solar wavelengths. This knowledge forms a strong foundation for considering white recyclable paper-based thermal covers as a viable and environmentally sustainable option in cold-chain logistics and other applications where thermal management is a priority. Furthermore, the coated white paper in the present design has been show to compare or exceed maintenance of temperature through reflection of solar heat and reflection of other infrared heat, providing an effective and sustainable alternative to traditional silver insulation materials. Its reflective properties ensure minimal solar heat absorption, crucial for maintaining the temperature of sensitive goods during transport. Additionally, embodiments in accordance with the present invention have been subjected to water ingress tests to IPX3 standards and no water ingrees was detected through the cover, even after there had been standing water on the top of the cover, with atmospheric temperatures in excess of 20°C. Numerous insulated shipping containers have been developed over the years, with those deploying a phase change material (PCM) generally providing superior temperature control over extended periods. Insulated shipping containers employing a PCM can be deployed for a wide range of thermally sensitive goods over a wide range of target temperatures by using different PCMs. For example, D2O melts at +4 °C, H2O melts at 0 °C, a 20% ethylene glycol solution melts at -8 °C, castor oil melts at -10 °C, neat ethylene glycol melts at -12.9 °C, mineral oil melts at -30 °C, and a 50% ethylene glycol solution melts at -37 °C. This permits use of insulated shipping containers for a broad range of thermally labile goods, employing coolant packs of a type and at a particular temperature, in an amount calculated with regard to the likely thermal losses, in view of storage and transport conditions, taking into account anticipated weather conditions, etc. The skilled man will be knowledgeable of such practices. Whilst the present invention enable greater flexibility in the positioning of loads, whether employing a 5 pallet or not, and the stacking thereof, such stacking should only be performed subject to the ability of base-level transport / storage assemblies to take additional weight. Dependent on the height, strength and stability of the assemblies and the ability of the operator to see clearly, taller stacks may only be built following detailed consultation with the manufacturer or other competent authority. To assist in the management of closely stacked and closely coupled load enclosures or pallet enclosures, the sleeves 10 should be connectable with their associated pallets using a locking bolt or similar, noting that such locking bolts, preferably present a flush external surface finish, to enable adjacent coupling, but ideally such flush bolts can assist in the close coupling of transport / storage assemblies.

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1) A substantially cuboid transport / storage assembly pallet / PMC / IBC cover, operably arranged about a pallet, PMC or IBC assembly, said cover comprising a sleeve and a lid;Wherein the cover is fabricated from a laminated material comprising sheets of cellulose fibre / wood pulp / paper / card;wherein thermal protection is provided, at least in part, by means of a highly reflective outer face;wherein thermal protection is provided, at least in part, by one of shaped and / or corrugated paper;wherein the cover is provided with a water resistant coating to provide protection from precipitation;wherein the sleeve comprises four wall panels, each having internal and external wall faces;wherein the sleeve is provided with a lid and to which the sleeve is attached, with the four wall panels depending therefrom;whereby the cover operably provides protection from heat and precipitation.2) A cover according to claim 1, wherein:A set of opposite facing sidewalls are provided with fold-lines extending upwardly from a base to the lid, with a corresponding fold across the lid, to enable the cover to be folded from a condition suitable for protective use with respect to enclosed goods to a minimum volume for storage and subsequent use.3) A cover according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the laminated sheet material comprises a first outer material comprising a kraft paper that has been bleached.4) A cover according to claim 1, wherein the cover encloses a pallet.5) A cover according to claim 1, wherein the cover encloses an intermediate bulk container.6) A cover according to claim 1, wherein the cover encloses one of a PMC, a fractional PMC variant or a contoured PMC.7) A cover according to claim 1, wherein the cover encloses a substantially cuboid transport / pallet shipper / storage assembly.8) A cover according to claim 4, wherein at least one wall is provided with apertures or a castellation element to permit, in use and in conjunction with a pallet operable to support goods, the tines of a fork lift to be inserted therethrough to enable movement thereof.9) A cover according to claim 4, wherein at least one wall is provided with apertures or a castellation element to permit, in use and in conjunction with a pallet operable to support goods, the tines of a fork lift to be inserted therethrough to enable movement thereof.10) A cover according to claim 5, wherein at least one sidewall of the cover is provided with apertures or a castellation element to permit, in use and in conjunction with an intermediate bulk container operable to support goods, the tines of a fork lift to be inserted therethrough to enable movement thereof.11) A cover according to claim 9 or 10, wherein first and second opposite walls of the sleeve are provided with apertures or castellation elements to enable operation of a fork lift, whereby band strapping securement elements can be utilised.12) A cover according to claim 11, wherein additional material is provided the band strapping is provided by means of polyester, polypropylene and steel band strapping.13) A cover assembly according to claims 11 or 12, wherein there are two or more band strap securement mechanisms.14) A cover according to any one of claims 9 - 13, wherein the portions of the cover which, in use, are in contact with the band strapping to assist in the maintenance of an airtight enclosure.15) A cover according to claim 1, wherein, in use and in conjunction with a pallet platform operable to support goods, there is further provided with a panel which corresponds in size with the pallet platform which can be placed upon platform defined by the pallet to provide a seal with respect to the sidewall, which in combination with a corresponding airtight engagement as between the cover and the lip of the upstanding walls provides a thermally insulating transport / storage assembly.16) A cover according to claim 15, wherein the panel which corresponds in size with the pallet platform provides thermal insulation.17) A cover according to any one of claims 1 -16, wherein the base support surface comprises one of a ground surface, a floor associated with one of a support bench / storage - racking system associated a stores area, a workshop / office / storage area, a load floor of a transport vehicle and a cover of another cylindrical transport / storage assembly.18) A cover according to any one of claims 1 - 17, further comprising coolant packages which are selectively cooled to provide a temperature profile for a particular class of good for a period of transit time.19) A cover according to claim 16, wherein an inside wall panel of the sleeve provides an aperture for the insertion of temperature maintenance packs.20) A substantially cuboid transport / storage assembly pallet / IBC cover comprising a sleeve and a lid;Wherein the cover operably provides protection from heat and precipitation;Wherein the cover is fabricated from a laminated material comprising sheets of wood pulp / paper / card;Wherein the cover is provided with a water resistant coating to provide protection from precipitation;wherein the sleeve comprises four wall panels, each having internal and external wall faces;wherein the sleeve is provided with a lid and to which the sleeve is attached, with the four wall panels depending therefrom.21) A substantially cuboid transport / storage assembly pallet / PMC / IBC cover comprising a sleeve and a lid;Wherein the cover operably provides protection from heat and precipitation;Wherein the cover is fabricated from a laminated material comprising sheets of wood pulp / paper / card;Wherein thermal protection is provided, at least in part, by means of a highly reflective outer face;wherein the sleeve comprises four wall panels, each having internal and external wall faces;wherein the sleeve is provided with a lid and to which the sleeve is attached, with the four wall panels depending therefrom.depending therefrom.22) A substantially cuboid transport / storage assembly pallet / PMC / IBC cover comprising a sleeve and a lid;Wherein the cover operably provides protection from heat and precipitation;Wherein the cover is fabricated from a laminated material comprising sheets of wood pulp / paper / card;Wherein thermal protection is provided, at least in part, by one of shaped and / or corrugated paper;wherein the sleeve comprises four wall panels, each having internal and external wall faces;wherein the sleeve is provided with a lid and to which the sleeve is attached, with the four wall panels depending therefrom.

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