On Monday, February 17, 2025, SPS Technologies experienced a major fire that broke out at our fastener manufacturing operation in Abington Township. Thankfully, our team members working at the time of the fire are safe and well.
We are providing the information and resources on this site to keep our community up to date on what’s happening. If you have questions or concerns, please contact us.
May. 19, 2025 - June 13, 2025
Community and Residential Testing Results Posted
Based on testing performed by TRC, an environmental testing company, at community and residential sites, there is no discernible impact from the SPS Technologies fire. Please visit the Testing Results section to learn more and view the complete report.
May. 09, 2025 - May 12, 2025
SPS will Transition from Reclamation to Demolition Phase
SPS is concluding its Reclamation phase, in which products (finished, in-process, and raw materials) and equipment were removed. On or after May 19th, SPS will begin the Demolition phase, and an overview of the demolition and air monitoring plans will be posted on the website soon. If you have questions or concerns, please use the contact section to reach out.
May. 02, 2025 - May 08, 2025
Additional Air and Water Monitoring Reports Posted
SPS has posted additional air and water monitoring reports to the Monitoring section. If you have debris in your yard or would like to be added to the list for roof and gutter inspection/cleaning, please submit a request with your contact information and address through the Contact section.
Apr. 26, 2025 - Apr. 27, 2025
Highland Avenue to Reopen on April 28th at Approx. 8 am
On Monday, April 28, 2025, at approximately 8:00 am, Highland Avenue will reopen to traffic between Mt Carmel Ave. and Wharton Rd. Moving forward, from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., SPS Technologies will employ flaggers when necessary to allow movement of materials across Highland Avenue.
Apr. 25, 2025
Additional Water Monitoring Reports Posted
SPS has posted additional water monitoring reports to the Monitoring section. On Monday, April 28, 2025, at approximately 8:00 am, Highland Avenue will reopen to traffic between Mt Carmel Ave. and Wharton Rd. Moving forward, from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., SPS Technologies will employ flaggers when necessary to allow movement of materials across Highland Avenue.
Apr. 23, 2025 - Apr. 24, 2025
Highland Avenue to Reopen on April 28th
On Monday, April 28, 2025, Highland Avenue will reopen to traffic between Mt Carmel Ave. and Wharton Rd. From 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., SPS Technologies will employ flaggers when necessary to allow movement of materials across Highland Avenue. Traffic is expected to move normally from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.
Apr. 18, 2025 - Apr. 22, 2025
Additional Air Monitoring Reports Posted
SPS has posted additional air monitoring reports to the Monitoring section. If you have debris in your yard or would like to be added to the list for roof and gutter inspection/cleaning, please submit a request with your contact information and address through the Contact section.
Apr. 17, 2025
Planned Release of Nitrogen/Argon – Friday, April 18th
As part of the Reclamation Process, we are removing tanks that stored nitrogen and argon. Prior to removing the tanks, a SPS vendor will release the remaining, residual gas in each tank, which may appear similar to steam near the facility.