Independence. The word by itself fuels an immense variety of meanings. As teenagers, we dream of doing everything without anyone’s input. As matriarchs, we dream of doing everything without the need for physical assistance. Students of all ages seek out independent learning. You can find independent contractors. Many churches identify themselves as being independent. The […]

There are many words we can use to describe Fathers. Strong. Wise. Humble. Gentle. Harsh. Quiet. Loud. Whether he influenced you with his love for sports, art, the outdoors or books, he left some type of unforgettable mark on your life. Many people have mixed feelings about their dads. That’s ok. Our fathers were all […]

The sacrifice that our men and women make when they choose to serve our country is priceless. The extreme conditions these brave men and women endure, the intense physical strain, the weight of emotional hardships and the aftermath for the families when their loved one is lost, are risks they knowingly take for all of […]

    We take one day a year to honor the woman who devotes 365 days a year to us. The title “Mom” holds incredible meaning. None of us could ever recount all the time, tears, prayers, sacrifice, worries, sweat, tough decision-making, guidance and finances she has spent on us. We probably aren’t aware of […]

Spring is in full bloom. Trees are unfurling new leaves, bees are buzzing about, the smell of freshly cut grass hits your nostrils as the sound of lawnmowers fills the neighborhood, kids are practically begging to wash the car so they can play in the water, the birds are up before you are and pastel […]

  Why do we celebrate President’s Day?   George Washington’s Birthday was first celebrated as a holiday in the District of Columbia in 1880. It was made a federal holiday in 1885. The holiday was originally held on the anniversary of George Washington’s birth on February 22, 1732. In 1971, this holiday was moved to […]

Martin Luther King, Jr. is a well-known name in Alabama. We know his face and his “I have a Dream” speech. The rock group, U2, wrote a song called “Pride” about his assassination and Patty Griffin sang a beautiful song about the speech he gave the day before that assassination called “Up to the Mountain.” […]

The New Year evokes hope. It presents the best opportunity to make new resolutions, revisit old ones, resolve to better yourself, and strive to go after your dreams. Embrace a new year with a restored belief in second chances, renewed energy, and a readiness to take on new challenges. Entering the New Year with educated […]

Christmas means different things to different people. For many, it means time off to spend with family and friends. For most children, it means presents under the tree and an abundance of sweets. For some, it is a celebration of the birth of their Savior. For others, it is a melancholy time where loved ones […]

  Specification Rubber Products welcomes our newest family member, Jeff Picklesimer. Jeff’s strong background in coaching, teaching, developing programs, and training has prepared him to join our team as our Training and Development Specialist. Jeff will be responsible for developing and administering our company training strategy and overseeing its implementation. At Specification Rubber Products, we […]