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

MAILBOXES

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PART  1	  GENERAL

1.1 		SECTION INCLUDES

A.		Horizontal Mailboxes
1.	Front-loading interior mailboxes.
2.	Rear-loading interior 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.	  Comply with USPS-STD-4B+ for wall-mounted centralized mailboxes. 
2.	  USPS Postal Bulletin – annual May issue listing approved horizontal mailbox 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.

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.		Private Mail Delivery – not subject to USPS regulations. 

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.		Front-Loading Mailboxes: Consisting of multiple compartments with fixed, solid compartment backs, enclosed within recessed wall box. Provide access to compartments for distributing incoming mail from front of unit by unlocking master lock and swinging side-hinged master door to provide accessibility to entire group of compartments. Provide access to each compartment for removing mail by swinging compartment door.
1.		Model:  Series 1600 by Florence Corporation.
2.		Compartments: As indicated on Drawings.
3.		Front-Loading Master Door: Fabricated from extruded aluminum and braced and framed to hold compartment doors; with master door lock and concealed, full-length, extruded aluminum integral hinge on one side. Fabricate master door to remain open while mail is deposited.
a.		Master Door Lock: Prepare master door to receive common key lock furnished by manufacturer.
4.		Compartment Doors: Fabricated from extruded aluminum. Equip each compartment door with lock, engraved tenant identification, and concealed, continuous hinge on one side.
a.		Tenant Identification:
1)		Alpha-numeric engraving.
2)		Clear plastic cardholder recessed on face of compartment door.
b.		Compartment Door Locks:
1)		5-pin tumbler, cylinder cam locks capable of at least 1000 key changes; with 2 keys for each compartment door. Key each compartment differently.
2)		Combination locks.
c.		Frames: Fabricated from extruded aluminum with snap on trim.
5.		Concealed Components and Mounting Frames:
a.		Aluminum
b.		Steel sheet.
6.		Material and Finish: Aluminum.
a.		Finish:  Anodized aluminum: Clear.
b.		Finish:  Selected from manufacturer's standard powder coat colors.

B.		Rear-Loading Mailboxes: Consisting of multiple compartments enclosed within recessed wall box. Provide access to compartments for distributing incoming mail from rear of unit with accessibility to entire group of compartments. Provide access to each compartment for removing mail by swinging compartment door.
1.		Model:  Series 1700 by Florence Corporation.
2.		Compartments: As indicated on Drawings.
3.		Rear-Loading Door: Side hinged, fabricated from aluminum sheet with full-length, extruded aluminum integral hinge on one side and positive-latching mechanism on the other. Fabricate rear-loading door to open not less than 90 degrees and to remain open while mail is deposited.
a.		Rear-Door Lock: Door prepared to receive common key lock furnished by manufacturer.
4.		Compartment Doors: Fabricated from aluminum extrusion. Equip each compartment door with lock, engraved tenant identification, and concealed, fill-length continuous hinge on one side.
a.		Tenant Identification:
1)		Alpha-numeric engraving.
2)		Clear plastic cardholder recessed on face of compartment door.
b.		Compartment Door Locks:
1)		5-pin tumbler, cylinder cam locks capable of at least 1000 key changes; with 2 keys for each compartment door. Key each compartment differently.
2)		Combination locks.
5.		Frames: Fabricated from extruded aluminum with snap-on trim.
6.		Concealed Components and Mounting Frames:
a.		Aluminum.
b.		Steel sheet.
7.		Material and Finish: Aluminum.
a.		Finish:  Anodized aluminum: Clear.
b.		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.

3.5 		PROTECTION OF INSTALLED PRODUCTS

A.		Protect finishes from damage by construction activities.

END OF SECTION