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Automated Postal Centers now in all 50 states

January 2, 2005

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Postal Service's version of an ATM for Postal Service customers, the Automated Postal Center (APC), is now available in all 50 states, according to a news release.

APCs provide a convenient way for customers to weigh, calculate and apply exact postage, and ship Express Mail and Priority Mail items, packages and First-Class letters. The kiosks accept debit and credit cards for transactions and charge no service fee. Many APCs are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

APCs began appearing in Post Office lobbies in April 2004 as part of the Postal Service's ongoing effort to expand the reach of products and services to the mailing public. By late November, a total of 2,500 - at least one in each state - were in place throughout the nation.

"APCs offer quick service during busy mailing periods, making it easier than ever for customers to do business with us at their convenience," said Chief Marketing Officer Anita Bizzotto.

Retail associates are available at local Post Offices to provide personal assistance for more complex needs such as mailing packages to international locations, conducting registered mail and postal money order transactions and handling passport applications.