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MasterSpec® Components and Structure
- What are standard MasterSpec Libraries?
- What is Small Project? How is it different from standard MasterSpec?
- What specification types and options are available?
- What are full-length specifications?
- What are short-form specifications?
- What are outline specifications?
- How do full-length, short-form, and outline specifications differ?
- How do the basic and expanded packages differ?
- How do I choose the best MasterSpec library/version for my firm?
- What is MasterFormat, and how does it relate to MASTERPEC?
- What are Supporting Documents?
- What is SpecWare? Can I see a demo?
- How often are MasterSpec sections updated?
- What products and services come with a MasterSpec license?
- How are licensed products delivered?
- Can I license individual MasterSpec sections?
- What is a "site" license?
- Can I install MasterSpec on more than one computer?
- I occasionally work from home; can I use MasterSpec there?
- Do I need to renew my license annually?
- Can I license MasterSpec as a manufacturer?
Green Specs and LEED Information
- What sections include LEED or environmental information?
- Can I license just the LEED or environmental information?
- What is the MasterSpec LEED book/CD? What does it offer beyond what is in my MasterSpec Library?
- What if I want to order more than a few sections?
- What discounts are available?
- How do I add another library to my license?
- Can I make payments on my MasterSpec license?
- Can I be billed?
- If I am a one-person firm, is the cost less for me?
Training and Continuing Education
- What kind of training does ARCOM provide?
- What continuing education programs does ARCOM offer, and what do they cost?
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