Shape-Shifters Beware!

Catalogers have told the USPS that there’s a need to balance recipients’ ease in opening tabbed pieces with the USPS’ equipment processing requirements. Three translucent tabs and paper tabs seem to work particularly well in locations the USPS will likely dictate.

Cover Stock. Although lighter weight cover stock can be problematic, it appears the size and location of tabs can make these pieces run successfully on letter processing equipment. But lacking the right tabbing, lighter weight cover stock can be an issue. Preliminary test results indicate that 50-lb to 70-lb cover stocks generally work well, although tab strength and location still come into play.