“Top 52” Commercial Heat Treater Named “Commercial Heat Treater of the Year”

(Background; Southwest Metal Treating in DFW, Texas was recently selected as commercial heat treater of the year by Metal Treating Institute. In 2026 SWMT was ranked as one of the “52 Largest North American Commercial Heat Treaters” by “The Monty Heat Treat News”)

“FORT WORTH, Texas — Southwest Metal Treating (SWMT) has been named Commercial Heat Treater of the Year by the Metal Treating Institute (MTI). This honor reflects the hard work, dedication, and commitment of the entire SWMT team. Every day, our people bring skill, care, and pride to their work, supporting our customers and strengthening the company we have built together.

SWMT is Nadcap accredited for heat treating and AS9100D certified, reflecting the company’s commitment to quality, controlled processes, and meeting demanding customer requirements.

“Behind every successful process and every customer relationship are the people who make it possible. This recognition belongs to them,” said SWMT CEO Ryan Fussell. “As we celebrate this milestone, we also thank our customers and industry partners for their continued trust and support. We are proud of what our team has accomplished and excited about the future of Southwest Metal Treating.” Thank you to MTI for this tremendous honor—and to every member of the SWMT team for making it possible!”

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