SECTION 105500 – Postal Specialties
SECTION 105513 – Centralized Mail Delivery
SECTION 105523 – Mailboxes
SECTION 105523.16 – Apartment Mailboxes

CENTRALIZED MAIL DELIVERY

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PART  1	  GENERAL

1.1 		SECTION INCLUDES

A.		4C Horizontal Mailboxes
1.	Front-loading interior (or exterior) mailboxes.

1.2 		RELATED SECTIONS

A.		Section ______ - ____________: Framed wall openings.

B.		Section 048000 - Masonry Assemblies.
C.		Section 05400 - Cold Formed Metal Framing: Framed wall openings to receive mailboxes.

D.		Section 055000 - Metal Fabrications: Metal anchors.
E.		Section 06100 - Wood Framing: Framed wall openings to receive mailboxes.

F.		Section 092500 - Gypsum Board.

1.3 		REFERENCES

A.		United States Postal Service (USPS)
1.	  USPS-STD-4C - United States Postal Service Standard 4C, Wall-Mounted Centralized Mail Receptacles.
2.	  USPS Publication 16.  
3.	  U.S. Postal Service National Delivery Planning Standards - A Guide for Builders and Developers, Handbook PO-632. 
4.	  USPS Postal Bulletin – annual May issue listing approved 4C Manufacturers.
B.	       IBC - International Building Code.

C.		ASTM A 666 - Specification for Austenitic Stainless Steel Sheet, Strip, Plate and Flat Bar.

D.		ASTM B 209 - Specification Aluminum and Aluminum Alloy Sheet and Plate.

E.		ASTM B 221 - Specification Aluminum and Aluminum Alloy Extruded Bar, Rods, Wire, Shapes, and Tubes.

1.4 		SUBMITTALS

A.		Submit under provisions of Section 013000.
B.		[Product Data ]:  Provide manufacturer's standard catalog data for specified products. Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used, including:
1.		Construction details, material descriptions, dimensions and finishes.
2.		Preparation instructions and recommendations.
3.		Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.
4.		Installation methods.
5.		Care and cleaning instructions and recommendations.	

C.		Shop Drawings:  Prepared specifically for this project; show dimensions of mail boxes, wall cuts, and interface with other products.

1.5 		REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

A.		Comply with USPS-STD-4C for wall-mounted centralized mailboxes.

B.		Comply with Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG).

1.6 		QUALITY ASSURANCE

A.		Manufacturer Qualifications:  Manufacturer shall have a Quality System in place to ensure and be able to substantiate that manufactured units conform to requirements and match the approved design and must be ISO 9001:2008 certified.

1.7 		DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A.		Inspect the materials upon delivery to assure that specified products have been received.

B.		Store materials protected from exposure to harmful weather conditions.

C.		Handle materials to prevent damage or marring of finish.

1.8 		WARRANTY

A.		Manufacturer's standard warranty to repair or replace components of postal specialties that fail in materials or workmanship within five years from date of purchase.

PART  2	  PRODUCTS

2.1 		MANUFACTURERS

A.		Acceptable Manufacturer:  Florence Corporation, 5935 Corporate Drive, Manhattan, KS 66503; ASD. Tel: (785)323-4400, Tel: (800)275-1747. Fax: (800)275-5081. Email: sales@florencecorporation.com. Web: www.florencemailboxes.com.

B.		Substitutions:   Not permitted.

2.2 		WALL-MOUNTED CENTRALIZED MAIL RECEPTACLES (MAILBOXES)

A.		USPS Approved Front-Loading Mail Boxes:  Horizontal style complying with USPS STD 4C and the following:
1.		Model:  versatile™ 4C series by Florence Corporation.
a)		Module:  Refer to the Drawings for module numbers.
b)		Module:  _________________.
2.		Mounting type:  
a.	       Recessed mounted into wall
b.	       Surface mounted with manufacturer collar
c.	       Freestanding-mounted with manufacturer 4C Depot cabinet.
3.		Locks:  USPS-1172 910A, 3 keys each lock.
4.		Box Identification:  Top to bottom, left to right.
a.		Numerical ID Tags
b.		Engraved identifier
c.		Engraved identifier with black fill.
d.		Numerical order.
e.		Alphabetical order.
5.		Mail Distribution:
a.		Mail Distribution: USPS.
b.		Mail Distribution: Private.
6.		Material and Finish:  Aluminum with powder coat finish.
a.			Finish: Selected from manufacturer’s standard powder coat colors.

PART  3	  EXECUTION

3.1 		EXAMINATION

A.		Verify that openings in wall are correctly located, aligned, and sized for mailboxes.

B.		Installer's Examination:
1.		Examine conditions under which construction activities of this section are to be performed; submit written notification if such conditions are unacceptable.
2.		Beginning installation indicates acceptance of conditions.

3.2 		INSTALLATION

A.		Install mail boxes in accordance with shop drawings and manufacturer's printed installation instructions.

B.		Align, plumb, and level; anchor in accordance with manufacturer's requirements.

3.3 		ADJUSTING

A.		Adjust doors and locks to operate correctly.

3.4 		CLEANING

A.		Clean surfaces with mild dish detergent.  Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners.  Lubricate locks with graphite type lubricants only. Refer to manufacturer’s recommended methods.

3.5 		PROTECTION OF INSTALLED PRODUCTS

A.		Protect finishes from damage by construction activities. Touch-up, repair or replace damaged products before Substantial Completion.

END OF SECTION