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What are the physical standards for Standard Mail automation flats, parcels, and Not-Flat Machinables in the new pricing proposal?

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What are the physical standards for Standard Mail automation flats, parcels, and Not-Flat Machinables in the new pricing proposal?

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Automation flats – Flat-size pieces that meet the current AFSM 100 criteria qualify for automation flat prices. For example, flats as large as 12 inches by 15 inches and as thick as inch qualify as automation flats. Flats as small as 5 inches by 6 inches and at least .009 thick also qualify as automation flats. Automation flats must also be flexible. See Quick Service Guide (QSG) 301a. Parcels – Standard Mail machinable parcels must weigh less than 16 ounces. They may be as small as 6 inches long, 3 inches high, and inch thick. The physical standards for machinable parcels are described in QSG 440a. Nonmachinable parcels are described in QSG 440b. Not Flat-Machinables – The following graphic (and attached PDF) illustrate Not Flat-Machinable mailpieces. Mailers may also refer to DMM 301.3.4, Criteria for UFSM 1000 Pieces.