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Single Source Responsibility

David Stutzman:

Construction specifications define work results. The results are divided among Divisions and Sections according to CSI's MasterFormat, the industry's...

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Evolving Specifications Construct 2014 presentation

David Stutzman:

Specifiers may be one of the best kept secrets on the design team. Specifiers, especially independent specifiers, typically interact with the...

Door Security

David Stutzman:

When is an electric strike not an electric strike? When it is a euphemism for a secure door. Knowing what function is required is paramount. Function...

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Specifying Design-Assist - How?

David Stutzman:

It's a process, not just technical requirements. During design-assist, the architect of record, asks the contractor (usually a specialty...

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Specifier Scope Search Identifies Risks

David Stutzman:

We were asked to submit a proposal, and ultimately were engaged, to provide architectural specifications services for a new seven story core and...

Laminated Glass

David Stutzman:

Laminated glass construction is simple - glue two or more panes of glass together to form a composite single pane. Wait, nothing is ever that simple....

Fenestration Condensation

David Stutzman:

Do your windows perform like this frosty opening? Photo: Courtesy of EFCO

Wood Finishing Standards

David Stutzman:

What finishing product should I specify for casework? Wood flooring? There are so many choices. How do I know which product is best?

Wood Door Veneer Faces

David Stutzman:

Avoid surprises! Is this what you expect doors to look like?

Sound Transmission through Glass

David Stutzman:

You are designing a residential facility near an airport or a busy highway with large expanses of glass. How do you prevent the noise from nearby...