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The
USPS has issued new regulations regarding
Folded Self Mailers
(FSM - bifolds, trifolds etc)
that require the use of more tabs but you
can relax.
The changes aren't mandatory until
January 5 of 2013
Previously only BOOKLETS were affected.
This change will
affect virtually all mailed letter size pieces that are not in an
envelope.
1.
The use of perforated tabs of any kind is being
eliminated.
2. The minimum sized tab will be 1" - this will effectively
eliminate
the use of 3/4" and 15/16" tabs currently in use.
3. Additional tabs may be necessary - see below
As a mailer
you need to plan future purchases
and take into consideration how this change will affect
the use of
clear tabs. Without a perf, this type of tab makes it very
difficult for the recipient to open the
mailing piece without
tearing it. Translucent tabs are the obvious next best choice.
To
read the actual regulations click here |
Basic FSM
(Bi-Fold/Tri-Fold)
When using tabs on basic folded
self-mailers the following applies:
- Mailing pieces Up to 1oz require
2 tabs at 1" dia.
- Mailing pieces Over 1oz require
2 tabs at 1-1/2" dia.
- Tabs can be positioned in 2
places, see images below.
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1. Placement of Tabs:
For either 1" or 1-1/2" Tabs within 1" of
lead/trail edge
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2. Placement of Tabs:
For either 1" or 1-1/2" Tabs on lead/trail
edge within 1" of top edge
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Oblong Folded FSM
(Basic
oblong)
When using tabs on oblong folded
self-mailers the following applies:
- Mailing pieces Up to 1oz require
2 tabs at 1" dia.
- Mailing pieces Over 1oz require
2 tabs at 1-1/2" dia.
- See images below for tab
positioning
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1. Placement of
1" tabs:
1 tab on center top edge and another on
center trailing edge
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2. Placement of
1" tabs:
Affix two tabs on the trailing edge within
1" of
the top
and bottom edges.
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Quarter Fold FSM
(Basic
quarter fold and newsprint)
When using tabs on quarter fold
self-mailers the following applies:
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