Print/Postal Hub

• 1st class mail will move through the postal service most quickly, but is the most expensive method.
  • Any non-deliverable mail is returned to sender.
  • There is no minimum quantity of pieces for mailings that are sent 1st class, and which are stamped or metered.
  • Any 1st class mailing that makes use of RIT's postal permit number must meet a minimum mailing requirement of 200 pieces.
  • Your list can be submitted and mailed in any order (alphabetical, zip code, random) and the delivery will not be affected.
  • 1st class mailings go through the HUB with the least handling, making them quicker to get out the door and reducing your cost for handling.
• Non-profit mail will reduce the actual per piece cost substantially, but this is the most regulated method of mailing, is the slowest method to mail, requires more extensive handling by the HUB and is less timely.
  • All non-profit mailing lists have to be sorted according to specific zip code information and we cannot add or eliminate pieces once we have the list reviewed by the USPS.
  • Although we can split large mailings into smaller units, there is no option to further separate or send out a partial list once the mailing is in process.
  • The USPS will not return undeliverable pieces to sender.
  • These types of mailing can take 10 days or more to reach recipient. Please consider this when determining which class of mail you wish to use.

• The HUB staff will be glad to source the proper packaging to insure your items arrive at their destinations safely. We have the sources and resources to handle this for you.
• We will work with the USPS to be sure we are getting you the best possible rate.
• The HUB will assemble, seal, address, affix postage and deliver to the USPS.
• The HUB does not ship UPS or FedEx.

It is a best practice to use a window envelope when doing personalized mailings, whether it is a standard #10 envelope, a 9 x 12 flat envelope or another common size envelope. This is the most efficient way to send out personalized letters. Please check to make sure the recipient's entire address is visible in the envelope window.

The HUB has an automated inserting machine, and we can insert up to 6 individual pieces into a #10 letter envelope using this equipment. It is efficient and timely, but it does require the use of a window envelope if the material being inserted is personalized.

If you are sending a generic piece (letter, flyer, etc.), a closed face envelope is the best fit. Best practice is to let us know you will be doing a mailing, send us your mailing list so we can process it and print the addresses right on the face of the envelope using one of our digital envelope printers.This eliminates the need for us to print the envelope twice - once with the return address and marketing message, and then a second time for the address. Saves you money, too!

All mailing permits are maintained by the HUB. If, for some reason, a 3rd party will use the permits held by the HUB, the HUB must be notified prior to the permit being used. We are responsible to maintain adequate funds with the USPS; university mail will be delayed if there is not sufficient money in the account to cover the cost of postage.