When a folded self mailer is made of multiple sheets multiply the number of sheets by the number of panels created when folding a single sheet to determine the number of panels in the finished multi sheet folded self mailer.
Folded self mailer dmm.
Understand the definition of a folded self mailer fsm as outlined in dmm section 201 3 0 understand why dmm standards were changed for folded self mailers understand which dmm standards were changed and which ones remained the same understand the basic principles for standards of a folded self mailer host piece 2.
Panels are created when a sheet of paper is folded.
Of a folded self mailer host piece 2 at the end of this module you will be able to.
Effective may 6 2013 the postal service revised mailing standards of the united states postal service domestic mail manual dmm 201 3 0 to clarify standards for folded self mailers.
Final fold must be on lead edge.
Quarter folded self mailers made of a minimum 70 pound paper basis weight or equivalent may have as few as 4 panels.
Unless prepared as a folded self mailer book let or postcard under 3 14 through 3 16 each machinable or automation letter must be a sealed envelope the pre ferred method or if unenveloped must be sealed or glued completely along all four sides.
Mailpiece with fold s vertical to length of letter.
Now let s delve into folded self mailers.
The mailpiece must be tabbed secured with nonperforated 1 1 2 inch tabs glue or 1 1 2 inch wide tape.
Folded self mailer reference material including mailpiece exhibits is updated routinely.
Quarter folded self mailers made of 55 pound or greater newsprint must have at least 8 panels and may contain up to 24 panels.
Letter size booklet type mailpiece.
Understand the definition of a folded self mailer fsm as outlined in dmm section 201 3 0 understand why dmm standards were changed for folded self mailers understand which dmm standards were changed and which ones remained the same.