The Construction Specifier Express

May 20, 2025

The future looks bright for these skilled trades

See which blue-collar jobs in construction and the trades have the best career outlook. Find out where the opportunities are.

Building today for tomorrow’s needs

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Modern buildings must be ready for future upgrades. See how The PinTail^™ Anchor from Vulcraft-Verco offers a smart, adaptable hanging solution.

How well do you know partition STC and ceiling acoustics?

Learn about the four essential roles of acoustic ceilings in building design, from sound control to aesthetics. Test your technical know-how of Sound Transmission Class (STC) ratings and Ceiling Attenuation Class (CAC).

Reviving timber building for a healthier, greener tomorrow

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Nearly a lost art in the mid-20^th century, timber frame construction is being revitalized for a new generation of architects, engineers, builders, and property owners. Explore how this timeless craft is shaping the future.

What is the acidic condensate issue?

High-efficiency gas appliances save energy but produce acidic runoff that can cause serious damage. Discover why condensate neutralizers are essential.

Can precast concrete keep up?

As AI drives explosive data growth, precast concrete is powering faster, smarter data center builds. Explore how early collaboration can streamline your next project.

DISCUSSIONS OF THE WEEK

Time allocation maintaining in-house masters

Does anyone have statistics or general observations about the amount of time to allocate per month on maintaining in-house specification masters?

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Software recommendations (Content quality and usability)

What specification writing software do you recommend? Is this software superior to others in its quality of content and why? Is this software superior to others in its functionality/usability and why?

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