Welcoming Matt Speece to SNCET

    Steve Smith announces retirement at the end of 2026. 

    The same trusted team, service, and commitment.

    After a distinguished career of leadership and service, Steve Smith will retire at the end of 2026. We’re grateful for his lasting contributions to our customers, employees, and the Swagelok brand.

    Swagelok Company and Swagelok North Carolina East Tennessee (SNCET) are pleased to accept Matt Speece as the new owner of SNCET, beginning Jan 4, 2027. Our sales and service center will continue standard operation under the Swagelok model, with changes limited to legal and administrative matters.

    Since joining Swagelok Company in 2009, Matt has held leadership roles in IT, engineering, sales and marketing. He looks forward to building on Steve and the team’s strong foundation and supporting our customers across the region. 

    Our partners can expect a seamless transition. Our team, mission, and commitment to exceptional service, technical expertise, and quality solutions remain unchanged. Thank you for your continued trust—we look forward to serving you for years to come.

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    Customer Help & Frequently Asked Questions  

     

    For many years, it has been our privilege to serve you as Swagelok North Carolina | East Tennessee. The relationships we have built with our customers have always been at the heart of our success, and we’d like to share an important update about our organization.

    While ownership is changing, what matters most to our customers is not changing.

    Our vision remains the same. Our dedicated staff remains the same. Our commitment to providing exceptional service, technical expertise, and quality solutions remains the same. The values that have guided our business for decades, including integrity, quality, and customer focus, will continue to define how we serve you every day.

    We understand that changes in ownership can sometimes create questions. Please be assured that this transition has been carefully planned with continuity and stability as top priorities. You can continue to expect the same trusted relationships, the same knowledgeable people, and the same dedication to helping your business succeed.

    Most importantly, we want to thank you. Your trust, loyalty, and partnership have made our success possible, and we look forward to continuing to earn that trust every day.  

    Doing business with us in 2027

    January 4, 2027

     No, how we communicate, how we support, how we transact, and the quality and products and solutions you’ve come to know will remain unchanged. 

    • If you have a contract, we will be in touch with you on any updates that are needed.
    • For billing information, refer to the Vendor and Banking information in the packets you can submit your email for. 
    Yes, your main point of contact will remain unchanged. Continue interacting with us how you always have and we will continue to support.
    • For questions on the transition or commercial related information, contact your Key Account Manager or main POC.
    No, based on the transition, pricing and terms will remain the same.

    No, our mailing address will remain 221 Beltway Boulevard Matthews, NC 28104.

    Yes, effective January 4, 2027, the new Federal EIN will be in effect. 

    Effective January 4, 2027 the new legal name will be SMAK Industrial Co.

    Starting January 4, 2027, please make checks out to: SMAK Industrial Co dba Swagelok North Carolina | East Tennessee

    You can download the new W9 as part of the customer information packet below. The PDF packet is password protected and will require an email to access. 

    You can find the official customer letter including legal change in ownership timing and account update information by submitting your email in the form below. Please note the PDF is password protected.

     

    Submit Your Email to View Customer Information Packet

    Vendor Help & Frequently Asked Questions

    January 4, 2027

    Yes. Existing purchase orders, agreements, and contractual commitments remain in effect. This transition represents a legal entity change only and does not impact our ongoing business relationships, operational commitments, or obligations. Suppliers should continue supporting existing purchase orders and agreements unless otherwise notified by an authorized representative of Swagelok North Carolina | East Tennessee.
    No. The ownership transition does not impact our purchasing contacts, ordering processes, or invoice approval procedures. Please continue working with your existing Swagelok North Carolina | East Tennessee contacts.
    No. Existing payment terms and mailing information remain unchanged.
    Your day-to-day contacts will remain unchanged. Please continue working with your existing Swagelok North Carolina | East Tennessee associates.

    Yes, effective January 4, 2027 the new Federal EIN will be in effect. 

    No, our mailing address will remain 221 Beltway Boulevard Matthews, NC 28104.

    Effective January 4, 2027 the new legal name will be SMAK Industrial Co. 

    You can download the new W9 inside the vendor information packet below.  

    You can view the letter to vendors and our W9 by submitting your email address below and the password. 

    Submit Your Email to View the Vendor Information Packet

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