SECTION 10550
(New SECTION 105513)

MAILBOXES

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PART  1	  GENERAL
1.1 		SECTION INCLUDES
A.		4B+ Horizontal Mailboxes.
1.		Front-loading
2.		Rear-loading
1.2 		RELATED SECTIONS
A.		Section 04800 - Masonry Assemblies.
B.		Section 05400 - Cold Formed Metal Framing: Framed wall openings to receive mailboxes.
C.		Section 06100 - Wood Framing: Framed wall openings to receive mailboxes.
D.		Section 09250 - Gypsum Board.
1.3 		REFERENCES
A.		United States Postal Service (USPS):
1.		USPS-STD-4B+: United States Postal Service Standard 4B+, Horizontal Apartment House Mail Receptacles.
2.		USPS PUBLICATION 16.
3.		USPS Postal Bulletin – annual May issue listing approved 4B+ Manufacturers.
B.		Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board (ATBCB):  Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG) for Buildings and Facilities.
C.		IBC - International Building Code.
D.		ASTM A 666 - Specification for Austenitic Stainless Steel Sheet, Strip, Plate and Flat Bar.
E.		ASTM B 209 - Specification Aluminum and Aluminum Alloy Sheet and Plate.
F.		ASTM B 221 - Specification Aluminum and Aluminum Alloy Extruded Bar, Rods, Wire, Shapes, and Tubes.
1.4 		SUBMITTALS
A.		Submit under provisions of Section 01300.
B.		[ Product Data ]:  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 mailboxes, wall cuts, and interface with other products.
D.		Selection Samples:  For each finish product specified, two complete sets of color chips representing manufacturer's full range of available colors and patterns.
E.		Verification Samples:  For each finish product specified, two samples, minimum size 2 inches (50 mm) square, representing actual color and texture.
1.5 		REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS
A.		Comply with USPS-STD-4B+ for Horizontal Apartment House Mail Receptacles.
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 9001:20015 certified.
1.7 		DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING
A.		Inspect the materials upon delivery to ensure 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 three (3) years from date of purchase.
PART  2	  PRODUCTS
2.1 		MANUFACTURERS
A.		Acceptable Manufacturer: Salsbury Industries, 18300 Central Avenue, Carson, CA 90746-4008; Toll Free Tel: 800-MAILBOX (800-624-5269); Fax: 800-624-5299; Email: salsbury@mailboxes.com; Web: www.mailboxes.com
B.		Substitutions:  Not permitted.
C.		Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01600.
2.2 		WALL-MOUNTED MAIL RECEPTACLES – 4B+ HORIZONTAL MAILBOXES
A.		USPS Approved Front-Loading Mailboxes: Horizontal style complying with USPS-STD-4B+ (for replacement and/or retrofit purposes only after October 5, 2006) as manufactured by Salsbury Industries consisting of multiple compartments enclosed within recessed wall box. Provide access to compartments for distributing incoming mail from front of unit with accessibility to entire group of compartments. Provide access to each compartment for removing mail by swinging compartment door.
1.		Model:  3600FL Series.
2.		Total number of units: as specified on drawings.
3.		Number of units high: _____.
4.		Number of units wide: _____.
5.		Size of door opening:
a.		“A” door, 6.5 inches (165 mm) wide by 5.25 inches (133 mm) high.
b.		“B” door, 13 inches (330 mm) wide by 5.25 inches (133 mm) high.
c.		“C” door, 6.5 inches (165 mm) wide by 10.75 inches (273 mm) high.
d.		“D” door, 13 inches (330 mm) wide by 10.75 inches (273 mm) high.
6.		Mounting:  Recessed mounted.
7.		Locks:	  5-pin cylinder cam lock on each unit, 2 keys each lock, 1,000 key changes.
8.		Box Identification:
a.		Clear plastic window number slots - Standard.
b.		Engraved numbers - Custom.
c.		Engraved numbers with black infill.
d.		Engraved numbers on placards.
9.		Mail Distribution:
a.		Mail Distribution: USPS.
b.		Mail Distribution: Private.
10.		Material and Finish:  Aluminum with powder coated finish.
a.		Color:  Aluminum - standard.
b.		Color:  Bronze - standard.
c.		Color:  Sandstone - standard.
d.		Color:  Selected from manufacturer's custom powder coated colors.
11.		Rear of unit:  Solid non-removable back.

B.		USPS Approved Rear-Loading Mailboxes: Horizontal style complying with USPS-STD-4B+ (for replacement and/or retrofit purposes only after October 5, 2006) as manufactured by Salsbury Industries 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:  3600RL Series.
2.		Total number of units: as specified on drawings.
3.		Number of units high: _____.
4.		Number of units wide: _____.
5.		Size of door opening:
e.		“A” door, 6.5 inches (165 mm) wide by 5.25 inches (133 mm) high.
f.		“B” door, 13 inches (330 mm) wide by 5.25 inches (133 mm) high.
g.		“C” door, 6.5 inches (165 mm) wide by 10.75 inches (273 mm) high.
h.		“D” door, 13 inches (330 mm) wide by 10.75 inches (273 mm) high.
6.		Mounting:  Recessed mounted.
7.		Locks:	  5-pin cylinder cam lock on each unit, 2 keys each lock, 1,000 key changes.
8.		Box Identification:
a.		Clear plastic window number slots - Standard.
b.		Engraved numbers - Custom.
c.		Engraved numbers with black infill.
d.		Engraved numbers on placards.
9.		Mail Distribution:
a.		Mail Distribution: USPS.
b.		Mail Distribution: Private.
10.		Material and Finish:  Aluminum with powder coated finish.
a.		Color:  Aluminum - standard.
b.		Color:  Bronze - standard.
c.		Color:  Sandstone - standard.
d.		Color:  Selected from manufacturer's custom powder coated colors.
11.		Rear-Loading Door:  Removable lift-off, fabricated from aluminum sheet.

PART  3	  EXECUTION
3.1 		EXAMINATION
A.		Verify that openings in wall are correctly located, aligned, and sized for mailboxes.
3.2 		PREPARATION
A.		Clean surfaces thoroughly prior to installation.
3.3 		INSTALLATION
A.		Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
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