Bulk mail entire preparation method and kit
US5841658A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 23, 1994 |
| Grant date | Nov 24, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 23, 2014 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG07B2017/00483
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
This invention involves a method of automatically converting a random address file into a file with address entries in bulk mail order by package and sack groups, including postal endorsements used in a unique manner which indicates by a mere glance where mailpiece package groups separate, as well as eliminating the need for "D", "3", etc. stickers. It also produces a mailpiece count report which facilitates mailing statement preparation and postage calculation, and a mail sack label report which shows what must appear on each mail sack label needed for the mailing. It also permits the assembling of a kit which, when used by an inexperienced person with mailpieces, permits the easy preparation of a complete bulk mailing meeting postal verification standards.
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