We replace lost equipment every year so that both our carriers and our customers have what they need. Considering the approximate cost of sleeves (70¢ each), flat tubs ($4.70 each), and pallets ($18 each)—it all adds up quickly. Pitch in and return any unused or extra items.
Businesses can return small quantities of equipment to local Post Offices™ or nearby processing and distribution facilities. For large quantities and bigger equipment like pallets or hampers, fill out a pickup request.
Equipment pickup requests:
To request equipment pickup, please send an email to hqmte@usps.gov with "Equipment Pickup Request" in the subject line and be sure to include the following information in your email:
- Company:
Name of company
Address where the equipment is located
- Mail Transport Equipment:
Type of equipment
Quantity
- Requestor's Contact Information:
Name of requestor
Phone number
Email address
Examples of Mail Transport Equipment
The following are examples of mail transport equipment.
Pallets
Platforms on which mail is stacked to be moved as a single unit.
Size: 40" x 48"
Rolling Stock (Hampers & Cages)
Equipment used to transport all types of mailbags and trays.
Size: 48” x 31” x 37”
Mailbags
Containers that are generally used to transport flat-shape mail, bundles, irregular parcel post, small parcels, and other small quantities of loose mail.
Size: 44" x 31"
Trays
Trays are used for dispatching and transporting letter mail.
Size: 24" x 11 1/2" x 5 1/4"
Sleeves
Sleeves are used with trays for dispatching and transporting mail traveling by air.
Size: 24" x 11 1/2" x 5 1/4"
Flat Tubs
Equipment used for dispatching and transporting flats and periodicals.
Size: 18" x 13" x 11"
