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 […]
Lt. Governor of Alabama Visits Specification Rubber For “Best Place to Work” Recognition
Alabama Lieutenant Governor Will Ainsworth visited our facility in Alabaster on Tuesday, March 2nd, to celebrate Specification Rubber’s recent “Best Place to Work” award from Rubber & Plastics News, a national industry publication. Rubber & Plastics News selected Spec Rubber for this award based on teammate feedback in three areas: job satisfaction, satisfaction with […]
Making a Difference with Filler Flange Gaskets
We’d like to share a little feedback we received from a customer recently. Zach Barrett, an Inside Sales Representative with Prosouth Fastener, has been one of our clients for more than 15 years. Zach said, “Throughout these 15 years, we have always had exceptional service and products from Specification Rubber. Their NSF-61 gaskets have always […]
Specification Rubber Product Spotlight: Filler Flange Gaskets
Replace Valves Faster & Save Money There is nothing more frustrating and costly than having to shut down a project because of unexpected gaps between new valves/fittings and existing lines. Who knew a ⅜” gap could have such a huge impact. There you stand with a hole in the ground and a work crew ready […]
Veterans Day 2019
November 11, 1918, marked a turning point for the world, WWI had officially ended. A Federal Holiday, Armistice Day, was established to commemorate all the men and women who served in the United States Armed Forces. Today, 101 years later, it is better known as Veterans Day. Each year the Veterans Day National Committee selects […]
Imagine a Day Without Water 2019
Millions of Americans take water service for granted every day. Turn on the tap, and clean water flows out. Flush the toilet, and dirty water goes away. With reliable water service, people don’t have to think twice about the infrastructure that brings water to their homes, and then safely returns water to the environment – […]