SECTION 10550
(New SECTION 105513.13)

MAILBOXES

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PART  1	  GENERAL
1.1 		SECTION INCLUDES
A.		Cluster Box Units.
B.	        Outdoor Parcel Lockers.
1.2 		RELATED SECTIONS
A.		Section 04800 - Masonry Assemblies.
B.	 	Section 05500 - Metal Fabrications: Metal anchors.
C.		Section 03300 - Cast-in-Place Concrete.
1.3 		REFERENCES
A.		United States Postal Service (USPS):
1.		USPS-B-1118: United States Postal Service Standard, Cluster Box Units.
2.		USPS PUBLICATION 16.
3.	 	USPS Postal Bulletin – annual May issue listing approved CBU 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 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-B-1118 Specification.
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 9001:2015 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 five (5) 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 		CLUSTER BOX UNITS
A.		Front-Loading Outdoor Mailboxes:  USPS approved Cluster Box Unit (CBU); aluminum with one outgoing mail slot. 360 degree wrapped hinges on all doors. Tenant doors equipped with five-pin cylinder lock cam with dust and rain shield. F-Spec as manufactured by Salsbury Industries.
1.		Model: 3300 Series.
a.	Model 3308, Type I: 8 A-size compartments, 1 outgoing mail receptacle,		2 parcel lockers (1 small, 1 medium).
b.	Model 3312, Type II: 12 A-size compartments, 1 outgoing mail receptacle, 	1 small parcel locker.
c.	Model 3316, Type III: 16 A-size compartments, 1 outgoing mail receptacle, 	2 parcel lockers (1 small, 1 medium).
d.	Model 3313, Type IV: 13 B-size compartments, 1 outgoing mail receptacle, 	1 small parcel locker.
e.	Model 3305, Type V: 4 C-size compartments, 1 outgoing mail receptacle, 	2 parcel lockers (1 small, 1 medium).
f.	Model 3306, Type VI: 8 A-size compartments, 1 outgoing mail receptacle, 	4 parcel lockers (1 small, 3 medium).
2.		Mailbox and Parcel Locker Compartment Sizes:
a.		Width:  12 inches (305 mm)
b.		Depth:  15 inches (381 mm)
c.		Height:																1)	A size mail compartment:  3 inches (76 mm)							2)	B size mail compartment:  4.75 inches (121 mm)							3)	C size mail compartment:  6.5 inches (165 mm)							4)	Small parcel compartment:  10 inches (254 mm)							5)	Medium parcel compartment:  13.5 inches (343 mm)
3.		Cabinet:  0.10 inch (2.5 mm) thick welded aluminum sheet.
4.		Doors:  Minimum 0.125 inch (3 mm) thick aluminum, with stainless steel hardware and hinges.
5.		Locks:  5-pin cylinder cam lock with spring-loaded cover on each unit, 3 keys each lock; USPS-1172 910B lock.
6.		Pedestal:  Model 3395 for Types I, II and V; 28.5 inches (724 mm) high.
7.		Pedestal:  Model 3385 for Types III, IV and VI; 14.5 inches (368 mm) high.
8.		Finish:  Powder coated.
a.		Color:  Sandstone - standard.
b.		Color:  Bronze - standard.
c.		Color:  Green - standard.
d.		Color:  Black - standard.
e.		Color:  White - standard.
f.		Color:  Gray - standard (for replacement units)
9.		Box Indentifications:  Self-adhesive with black text on silver background; weather resistant.
2.3 		OUTDOOR PARCEL LOCKERS
A.		Parcel Locker:  USPS approved; aluminum with one access door.  F-Spec as manufactured by Salsbury Industries. 
1.		Model: 3300 Series.
a.	Model 3302, Type I: 1 access compartment, 2 parcel lockers.
b.	Model 3304, Type II: 1 access compartment, 4 parcel lockers.
2.		Compartment Size:														a.	Width:  12 inches (305 mm). 											b.	Depth:  15 inches (381 mm).											c.	Height:  19.75 inches (502 mm). 									
3.		Pedestal: 14.5 inches (368 mm) high pedestal.
4.		Cabinet: Heavy duty aluminum sheet.
5.		Locks: 5-pin cylinder cam lock with spring-loaded cover on each unit, 3 keys each lock; USPS-1172 910B lock.
6.		Finish:  Powder coated.
a.		Color:  Sandstone - standard.
b.		Color:  Bronze - standard.
c.		Color:  Green - standard.
d.		Color:  Black - standard.
e.		Color:  White - standard.
f.		Color:  Gray - standard (for replacement units)
7.		Box Indentifications:  Self-adhesive with black text on silver background; weather resistant.
PART  3	  EXECUTION
3.1 		EXAMINATION
A.		Verify that cast concrete pads 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.
B.		Align, plumb, and level; anchor in accordance with manufacturer's requirements.
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.			Take care to protect finishes during installation and construction process.  Touch-up, repair or replace damaged products before Substantial Completion.
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