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CONVERT YOUR PACKAGE TO A USPS APPROVED AUTOMATED FLAT AND SLASH YOUR POSTAGE COSTS

DVD in Conformer Media Tray

Introducing The Conformer® Media Mailer

Under new USPS shape based rules, all encased DVDs and CDs mail as parcels or Non-Flat-Machinable (NFM) packages. These are the most expensive rate classifications.

Major Benefits of the Conformer MailerThe Conformer Media Mailer converts your parcel and NFM into an Automatable Flat, therefore qualifying for
much lower rates.

  • First and only viable media mailer to meet the new USPS Automatable Flat specifications
  • Provides required flexibility and uniform thickness
  • Passed extensive testing on USPS flat-size automation equipment

Tension is the only company that can provide the complete mailing solution with the Conformer Media Mailer including the Conformer Expansion Envelope, COLD FUSION packaging and automated polybags.

Determine your postal savings

TEN Infinity White PaperParcel and NFMs vs. Flats

Assumptions:

  • 4 ounce mailing
  • No entry discount
  • ADC Sort

2009 RatesStandard Mail

Note: Rates vary based on entry discounts and presort.

THE CONFORMER MEDIA TRAY CONVERTS Your PARCEL/NFMs TO AUTOMATABLE FLATS

New Requirements for USPS Automatable Flat Classification

CD in TrayShape and Weight
Up to 13oz.
Length: 11-1⁄2" to 15"
Height: 6-1⁄8" to 12"
Up to 3⁄4" thick

Flexibility
Must flex 1" if < 10" length
Must flex 2" if > 10" length

Uniform Thickness
Mail cannot have bump > 1⁄4"
No shifting in package > 2"

Opportunities
Any object thicker than 1⁄4", thinner than 3⁄4", up to 13oz. and smaller than the footprint of a DVD case can be shipped as a Conformer Automatable Flat.

Media: Music, movies, video games, software
Mail Order: Jewelry, contact lenses, small parts, inkjet cartridges
Pharmaceuticals and nutraceuticals
Non-profit premiums and gifts

Call 816-283-1475 or E-mail packinfo@tension.com today for help calculating your savings.

CONFORMER® is a registered trademark of Conformer Expansion Products, Inc. • U.S. Patent Numbers: 6,116,651 : 6,227,444 : D 452,267 : 6,564,994 : 6,820.799 : and Other Patents Pending.
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