(Editors Note; SWMT is ranked as one of the “52 Largest North American Commercial Heat Treaters 2025” according to “The Monty Heat Treat News”)

“Fort Worth, Texas — November 17, 2025 — Southwest Metal Treating Corp (SWMT), a leading provider of precision heat-treating services and an AS9100D / ISO 9001:2015 and NADCAP-accredited facility, is proud to announce the addition of a new TRU-CRYOTHERM 36x48x36 system from “McLaughlin Furnace Group”. 

The new unit has been delivered and is currently installed as part of SWMT’s ongoing expansion of its Integral Quench (IQ) department. This investment further enhances SWMT’s ability to provide advanced, consistent, and high-quality heat-treating and cryogenic processing solutions for aerospace, defense, and precision manufacturing partners.

“The TRU-CRYOTHERM expands our thermal processing capabilities and strengthens our ability to meet demanding specifications with precision and reliability,” said Ryan Fussell, CEO of Southwest Metal Treating Corp. “As we continue to invest in state-of-the-art equipment, our goal remains the same — to provide our customers with unmatched quality, turnaround, and technical excellence.”

The TRU-CRYOTHERM’s robust design, advanced temperature control, and uniformity standards make it an ideal complement to SWMT’s growing IQ and vacuum processing operations. With this addition, SWMT continues to set a higher standard for metallurgical performance and process consistency across its full range of services. According to “Jeff McLaughlin”, founder and owner of the company this -300F to +1400F unit is the first gas fired system on the market. 

About Southwest Metal Treating Corp; Founded in 1985 and based in Fort Worth, Texas, Southwest Metal Treating Corp (SWMT) provides a full range of heat-treating and cryogenic services to aerospace, defense, and industrial markets. SWMT maintains NADCAP accreditation and AS9100D / ISO 9001:2015 certification, ensuring compliance with the highest quality and process standards in the industry. For more information, visit www.southwestmetaltreating.com or contact [email protected].”