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A shelving system for storing food and other perishable items in a portable insulated container is described. The shelf assembly is positioned in the closed volume of a portable insulated container and securely maintains the stored items above the level of ice and water which typically is present in

A shelving system for storing food and other perishable items in a portable insulated container is described. The shelf assembly is positioned in the closed volume of a portable insulated container and securely maintains the stored items above the level of ice and water which typically is present in the lower portion of the closed volume. The system may be adjustable in width, length and height to fit a variety of sizes of containers.

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[ What is claimed is:] [1.] An ice chest for storing food items comprising:an ice chest base comprising insulating material and having a bottom and four side portions;a lid positioned on the base to contact the four side portions and form a closed volume for retaining the food items within the ice c

[ What is claimed is:] [1.] An ice chest for storing food items comprising:an ice chest base comprising insulating material and having a bottom and four side portions;a lid positioned on the base to contact the four side portions and form a closed volume for retaining the food items within the ice chest; anda removable support frame to be positioned in the closed volume on the bottom portion of the base for retaining the food to be stored in an elevated position above said bottom portion, said support frame comprising a top surface assembly having spaced longitudinal support members and at least three legs extending downwardly from said top surface and contacting said bottom portion such that said top surface assembly is supported above the base bottom portion.