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Seven months after an explosive fire at SPS Technologies in Abington led to evacuations and lockdowns for the neighboring community, the company revealed the cause of the fire and unveiled their plans to rebuild.
The SPS Technologies factory – that produced aerospace fasteners and fittings – caught fire on Monday, Feb. 17, 2025, as multiple explosions were reportedly heard throughout the facility.
Officials said at least 60 employees were inside the building at the time. They were all evacuated and accounted for, officials said. No injuries were reported.
Now, on Thursday, Sept. 25, the company met with the community to share their plans for a new building that will total 350,000 square feet.
During the meeting, officials with SPS Technologies shared that 80% of the original building was destroyed by the blaze.
Officials also revealed that the cause of the fire was an explosion inside a compressed air system and that explosion was captured on video. They explained that they don’t know what caused the explosion and are waiting on the Fire Marshal’s Office to release their report on the investigation.
According to SPS Technologies’ website, the new space will have solar panels and green spaces to encourage conservation and sustainability.
The company plans to open the building in 2028 and said they plan to share more of the details behind their plans soon.
Hotline for concerned residents
SPS Technologies launched a community hotline for “questions, comments or concerns” from the Jenkintown and Abington communities, officials said. People can call 215-572-3326 or email contactSPS@pccairframe.com.
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Emily Rose Grassi and NBC10 Staff
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