This publication suggests ways flat-size mailpieces can maintain their design diversity and still be effectively processed on the Automated Flat Sorting Machine (AFSM) 100, the primary flat sorting machine used by the Postal Service.

The AFSM 100, itself, represents a considerable investment. It can help to reduce flat processing costs dramatically if fully utilized and if operated with efficient work methods. Best practice work methods have been well documented in actual use. Using the …

This document is intended to establish performance expectations for the AFSM 100 and to communicate the AFSM 100 flats processing strategy necessary for the successful implementation of the AFSM 100 program. In addition, it will assist managers in the field with standardizing the processing of flat mail. It is not intended to be an operation-

The AFSM 100 systems include an optical character reader, bar code reader, and on-line video coding system for processing OCR rejects. The AFSM 100 is equipped with three automatic feed stations and 120

The Postal Service projects each AFSM 100 — with both AI and ATHS enhancements — will reduce clerk workhours by 44.8 per da y. Due to the change in the flat mail preparation operation, the AI Phase 1 DAR also projected an increase of two …

However, current Postal Service™ automated fl at sorting equipment can have problems processing some mailpieces. This publication suggests ways fl at-size mailpieces can maintain their design diversity and still be effectively processed on the Automated Flat Sorting Machine (AFSM) 100, the primary fl at sorting machine used by the Postal Service.

This Maintenance Management Order (MMO) supersedes MMO-095-12 and provides Preventive and Operational Maintenance Guidelines for Automated Flat Sorter Machine 100 (AFSM100) with and without Automatic Tray Handling System (ATHS). This bulletin applies to Acronym AFSM100, Class Codes AB and AC.

This Quick Service Guide summarizes the dimensions and characteristics criteria for processing on automated flat sorting machine (AFSM) 100 or on upgraded flat sorting machine (UFSM) 1000. Size, weight, thickness, polywrap, and flexibility standards vary for the class of mail, as well as for the AFSM 100 and UFSM 1000.

Web Access: http://mtsc.usps.gov . This Maintenance Management Order (MMO) provides Operational and Preventive Maintenance Guidelines for the FRES system. The acronym is FRES. The class codes are AA and BA. Attachments 6 & 7 provide guidance for working equipment that has both AFSM 100 and Flats Sequencing System equipment.

Deployment is planned of a fully automated feeding system for the AFSM 100, called the Automatic Induction system. It uses ergonomic work stations to prepare flats in automation-compatible trays.