Underneath the ground, all over North America, there is a network of piping systems that delivers water to your home. Every time you turn on a tap, the water that enters your tub or your glass flows from miles away. It’s a modern marvel of engineering: twist a knob, get water in a moment. Since […]
What “Made In the USA” Really Means
Elfrida McClain Elfrida McClain has worked with Spec Rubber for more than 4 decades. She started as a front-line employee and now manages production. See how she and the Spec Rubber team provide world-class service to delight our customers. _______________________________________________________ I’ve worked at Specification Rubber Products for more than 45 years. I started as a […]
Supply Chain Shortages Are Affecting Gaskets And Water Systems
By: Matt Haan Supply chain shortages and import delays are affecting all sectors of the economy. Our water system customers have told us that gaskets have been hit particularly hard because so many are imported. This has led to delays on otherwise shovel-ready projects. Gaskets manufactured in the United States face fewer hurdles, but […]
Alabama’s Governor visits the “Best Place to Work” – Specification Rubber Products
Specification Rubber Products recently received top honors as the 2021 Best Place to Work in the North American Rubber Industry by Rubber News. This milestone achievement prompted a visit from Alabama’s Governor Kay Ivey, who toured the facility on March 21, 2022. The company produces products for multiple industries, with its largest division being […]
Spec Rubber Nominated for 2021 Rubber News’ Best Places to Work
Specification Rubber Products, Inc. has been named one of Rubber News’ “Best Places to Work” in 2021. The Rubber News’ “Best Places to Work” program, recognizes and honors companies in the rubber industry for outstanding employee satisfaction. The rubber industry is defined as companies that make end rubber products, as well as suppliers or providers […]
Spec Rubber Nominated for Manufacturer of the Year
Spec Rubber was recently nominated as a finalist for “Manufacturer of the Year” by the Business Council of Alabama and the Alabama Technology Network! We are so honored to be among these amazing nominees. Congrats to the winners!
Celebrating Manufacturing Day 2021
Each year the National Association of Manufacturers recognizes “Manufacturing Day” on the first Friday in October. Manufacturing Day aims to raise awareness about modern manufacturing and the rewarding careers available, especially among students, parents, educators, and the general public. Modern Manufacturing: History and Industry Trends Manufacturing as an industry has been around for hundreds […]
Moving Forward, Together: In Remembrance of 9/11
Humankind is nothing if not resilient. We see it in the people around us; we hear it from the infamous words of everyone from Rocky Balboa to Nelson Mandela. As we remember the tragedy of September 11, 2001, and the many people and heroes who lost their lives that day, we think of this quote […]
“There When You Need It” Celebrating Drinking Water Week with AWWA
Having clean water is like having a good bill of health – it’s very easy to take for granted when you have it. You don’t think about your health every day when your body is working, but as soon as you get sick, it’s a different story. Similarly, you may not think about the clean […]
You Get What You Pay for: Why Spec Rubber’s Quality Products Are Immune To Competition
Everyone loves a good deal, but a product’s total cost isn’t always apparent on the price tag. Quality matters, especially when we consider the impact that substandard products have on replacement and labor costs and your company’s reputation. It’s Been a Crazy Year Like most categories, the rubber industry has faced many ups […]