SECTION 105520

MAILBOXES

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PART  1	  GENERAL

1.1 		SECTION INCLUDES

A.		Collection boxes.

1.2 		RELATED SECTIONS

A.		Section ______ - ____________: Framed wall openings.

B.		Section 048000 - Masonry Assemblies.

C.		Section 055000 - Metal Fabrications: Metal anchors.

D.		Section 092500 - Gypsum Board.

1.3 		REFERENCES

A.		USPS-STD-4C - United States Postal Service Standard 4C, Wall-Mounted Centralized Mail Receptacles.

B.	 	USPS Publication 16.

C.		ASTM A 591 - Specification for Steel Sheet, Electrolytic Zinc Coated, for Light Coating Mass Applications.

D.		ASTM A 653 - Specification For Steel Sheet, Zinc Coated (Galvanized), or Zinc-Iron Alloy Coated (Galvannealed) by the Hot Dip Process.

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

F.		ASTM A 1008 - Specification for Steel, Sheet Cold-Rolled, Carbon, Structural High Strength Low-Alloy and High Strength Low-Alloy with Improved Formability.

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

H.		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.

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 Manufacturing Company, 5935 Corporate Drive, Manhattan, KS 66503; ASD. Tel: (785)323-4400, Tel:  (800)275-1747. Fax: (800)275-5081.  Email: sales@auth-florence.com.  Web: www.florencemailboxes.com.

B.		Substitutions:   Not permitted.

2.2 		COLLECTION BOXES

A.		Front-Loading, Collection Boxes: Consisting of single compartment enclosed within wall box, with unit to receive mail. Provide access to compartment for collecting mail from front of unit.
1.		Model:  Series CCF by Florence Manufacturing.
2.		Mail Receptor:  Hopper door.
3.		Mounting:
a.	  	Recessed.
b.		Surface mounted.
4.		Compartment Door and Frame: Fabricated from 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick aluminum plate.
a.		Door Lock: Door prepared to receive lock furnished by local postmaster.
5.		Hopper Door: Fabricated from 1/4 inch  (6 mm) thick aluminum plate, with opening that allows a bundle measuring 6-1/2 inches wide by 11-1/2 inches long by 4 inches (165 mm wide by 292 mm long by 102 mm) high to be deposited, and with inside baffle to prevent removal of mail from box. Equip door with door pull and concealed, full-length bottom hinge.
a.		Identification: Engrave face of hopper door with 1.125 inch (28.6 mm) high letters as follows: LETTERS AND LETTER MAIL TIED IN BUNDLES.
6.		Style: Compartment and hopper doors:
a.		Set within face frame.
b.		Extending full width and height of unit, with no exposed frame.
7.		Concealed Components and Mounting Frames:
a.		Aluminum.
8.		Identification: Engrave face of unit with 1.125 inch (28.6 mm) high letters as follows:  U. S. MAIL LETTER BOX; on 2 lines at top or bottom of unit.
9.		Material and Finish: Aluminum.
a.		Finish:  Anodized aluminum: Clear
b.		Finish:  Selected from manufacturer's standard powder coat colors.
c.		Finish:  Selected from manufacturer's custom powder coat colors.

B.		Rear-Loading, Collection Boxes: Consisting of single compartment within recessed wall box, with hopper door to receive mail. Provide access to compartment for collecting mail from rear of unit. Comply with USPS Publication 16.
1.		Model:  Series CCR by Florence Manufacturing.
2.		Overall Height: As shown on Drawings.
3.		Compartment Frame and Front Panel: Fabricated from 1/4 inch (6mm) thick, anodized aluminum.
4.		Hopper Door: Fabricated from 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick metal plate, with opening that allows a bundle measuring 6-1/2 inches wide by 11-1/2 inches long by 4 inches (165 mm wide by 292 mm long by 102 mm) high to be deposited, and with inside baffle to prevent removal of mail from box. Equip door with door pull and concealed, full-length bottom hinge.
a.		Identification: Engrave face of hopper door with 1 inch (25 mm) high letters as follows: LETTERS AND LETTER MAIL TIED IN BUNDLES
5.		Rear-Loading Enclosure: Lift-off rear cover fabricated from same material and finish as front of tint.
6.		Rear-Loading Door: Side hinged, with opening not less than 12 by 20 inches (305 by 508 mm) and not more than 18 by 30 inches (457 by 762 mm), fabricated from same material and finish as front of unit; with full-length, stainless-steel piano hinge on 1 side and positive-latching mechanism on the other. Fabricate rear-loading door to remain open while mail is collected.
a.		Rear-Door Lock: Door prepared to receive lock furnished by local postmaster.
7.		Concealed Components and Mounting Frames: Aluminum.
8.		Identification: Engrave face of unit with 1.125 inch (28.6 mm) high letters as follows:   U. S. MAIL LETTER BOX; on 2 lines at top or bottom of unit.
9.		Material and Finish: Aluminum.
a.		Finish: Anodized aluminum: Clear
b.		Finish:  Selected from manufacturer's standard powder coat colors.
c.		Finish:  Selected from manufacturer's custom powder coat colors.

C.		Collection Boxes: Consisting of single compartment enclosed within wall box, with slot in top of front to receive mail. Provide access to compartment for collecting incoming mail from front of unit through door equipped with lock and concealed, continuous side hinge.
1.		Model:  Series 12 by Florence Manufacturing.
2.		Model:  Series 120 by Florence Manufacturing.
3.		Model:  Series 120SMP by Florence Manufacturing.
4.		Model: Series 130 (USPS Approved) by Florence Manufacturing.
5.		Model: Series 140 by Florence Manufacturing.
6.		Model: Series 150 (Rear-Load) by Florence Manufacturing.
7.		Mounting: Recessed.
8.		Mounting:  Surface mounted.
9.		Mounting:  Semi-recessed.
10.		Construction: Extruded-aluminum door and frame with anodic finish and steel compartment.
11.		Door Lock: Door prepared to receive lock furnished by local postmaster.
12.		Door Lock: Prepare door to receive private lock by manufacturer.
13.	     Identification: Engrave front of unit below mail slot with 1.125 inch (28.6 mm) high letters as follows: LETTERS
14.		Material and Finish: Aluminum.
a.		Finish:  Anodized aluminum.
b.		Finish:  Selected from manufacturer's standard powder coat colors.
c.		Finish:  Selected from manufacturer's custom 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