About Us

The Robo Team

Rob O'Brien, Founder • rob@robo-fit.com

Rob has over 40 years of experience in the valve & fitting industries. He is considered to be one of the most knowledgeable authorities in the U.S.A.

Frank O'Brien, COO • frank@robo-fit.com

Frank has over 40 years of experience in the valve & fitting industries and is an invaluable member of the Robo team.

Rita O'Brien, Accounting Department Head • ap@robo-fit.com; rita.obrien@robo-fit.com

Rita has been instrumental part of the Robo-Fit team since its inception in 2000. She is the head of our accounting department.

Bobby O'Brien, President • bobby@robo-fit.com

Bobby, a 3rd generation valve and fitting specialist, has been a member of the Robo-Fit team since 2012 and assumed responsibilities as the company President in 2024.

Bobby has had extensive training relating to the following product series, ensuring his in-depth knowledge and expertise in:

Fluid System Connectors; fitting and valve products.
Hose Products; rubber hose, hose fittings, equipment and accessories.
Hose Couplings and related products.

Nick Russo, Operations Manager • nick.russo@robo-fit.com

Nick has been a member of the Robo team since 2017 and is responsible for the day to day operations, including:

Inventory/Product Management
Account Management/Customer Satisfaction

William Pretorius, Lead Engineer • william@robo-fit.com

William has been a member of the Robo team since December of 2021, his responsibilities include:

Engineering & Design of Robo-Fit products
Product Development
Quality Control Practices
Account Management

Rick Zizak, Fulfillment Operations Manager

Rick has been a member of the Robo team since January of 2021 and is responsible for the processing of customer orders.

Nate Hensel, Fulfillment Operations Associate & Production Specialist

Nate has been a member of the Robo team since September of 2023 and works hand in hand with the fulfilment operations manger. Nate also helps with the production of special assemblies.

Jeff Widmar, Vibra-Seal Production Specialist

Jeff has been a member of the Robo team since October of 2021 and oversees our vibra-seal operations.