Spartan Emergency Response expands Brandon facility to increase fire apparatus output
Iain Hoey
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Expansion aims to meet rising US fire apparatus demand
According to REV Group, Spartan Emergency Response has begun work on expanding its manufacturing facility in Brandon, South Dakota.
The company said the $20 million investment was first announced during its second-quarter earnings call on 4 June.
Spartan Emergency Response is part of REV Group subsidiary Spartan Fire LLC.
The expansion will target a 40% increase in production capacity for both fully custom fire apparatus and semi-custom models that the company said can be built and delivered in under a year.
It added that the project will also expand painting and fabrication process capabilities on the Brandon campus.
Details of the planned site growth
According to REV Group, the expansion will add 56,000 square feet to the existing site.
The company said this will double its current manufacturing footprint.
It added that the improvements are intended to increase output and shorten delivery times for fire departments nationwide.
REV Group stated that the development will also improve process efficiency within its facility.
The firm added that the upgrades will support its custom and semi-custom fire truck production lines.
Employment and local economic impact
REV Group said the project is expected to create 50 new jobs.
It stated that this would bring an estimated $1.8 million increase in annual payroll.
The company also projected an $85,000 increase in annual property tax contributions for the local area.
REV Group said the investment reflects its long-term commitment to the Brandon and Sioux Falls region.
It added that the facility growth will have a lasting effect on the local economy.
Groundbreaking ceremony and leadership comments
Mike Virnig, President of the REV Specialty Vehicles Segment, said: “We are delighted to host our groundbreaking ceremony today to announce our plans for expansion.
“This investment will double our manufacturing footprint and help us meet the rising demand from fire departments across the nation by allowing us to build more fire apparatus and deliver it faster.”
South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden attended the event and said: “Thank you to Spartan Emergency Response for your heart of service and for your heart to provide a quality product to protect people and to serve people which in most cases is on their worst day.”
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Governor Rhoden also shared his own service as a volunteer firefighter during the ceremony.
Attendance from state and local officials
REV Group said other attendees included South Dakota Lieutenant Governor Tony Venhuizen.
City of Brandon Mayor Harry Buck was also present.
The company stated that Chad Krier, Constituent Services Representative at the Office of United States Senator Mike Rounds, attended.
It added that Benjamin Ready, Southeast Regional Director from the Office of United States Senator John Thune, was also there.
Landon Hanson, Military and Veteran Services Representative for Congressman Dusty Johnson, was present as well.
Relevance for fire and safety professionals
The company said the expanded production capacity will allow it to meet higher demand for both custom and semi-custom fire apparatus.
For fire and safety professionals, increased manufacturing output could shorten delivery times for new vehicles.
REV Group stated that the investment also reflects continued growth in the US fire apparatus market.
This development may be relevant for departments planning future procurement.
Spartan Emergency Response expands Brandon facility to increase fire apparatus output: Summary
According to REV Group, Spartan Emergency Response has started expanding its Brandon, South Dakota facility.
The company said the project involves a $20 million investment announced in June 2025.
It added that the goal is to increase production capacity for custom and semi-custom fire apparatus by 40%.
The expansion will add 56,000 square feet and improve painting and fabrication processes.
REV Group stated that the project will double the current manufacturing footprint.
The company said the plan will create 50 jobs and add $1.8 million to annual payroll.
It projected an $85,000 annual increase in property tax contributions.
Mike Virnig, President of the REV Specialty Vehicles Segment, spoke at the groundbreaking.
South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden also attended and delivered remarks.
Other state and local officials were present at the event.