ABOUT US

Airbotx, LLC is the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) of the Airbotx line of commercial-grade air purifiers. All Airbotx machines are assembled in our warehouse located in Westfield, Indiana. Our expert team has over 50 years of experience dealing with severe odor and pathogen issues. We are excited that this has helped us design innovative, versatile air purifiers to combat the most difficult air-quality problems people encounter every day. We work with many industries like cleaning and restorations, hospitality, property management, senior living, schools and universities, and more.

Airbotx technology uses UV-C technology to create hydroxyl radicals and other powerful oxidants to eliminate odors wherever they may and inactivate airborne pathogens. In addition to the UV-C technology, Airbotx added HEPA filtration to capture airborne particulates like dust, spores, pathogens, etc. The combination of UV-C and HEPA filtration makes this one of the most effective cleaning devices on the market.

Airbotx also maintains a large fleet of hydroxyl generators available for rent throughout the entire United States. Emergency rentals and large loss support are available 24/7 to assist the Cleaning and Restoration Industry after major disasters. We pride ourselves on having this equipment delivered to the job site anywhere in the country within 24 hours. Click here for more information. 

Our Mission

Our team is dedicated to solving the extreme odor and pathogen issues faced daily in a wide array of industries. Too many people are affected by this, and we have designed the equipment to help fix that! Meet some of our valuable team members who make that happen and click below if you want to contact us or sign up for our newsletter.

Meet Our Team

Roger Sheppard - CEO

Roger had a humble upbringing growing up in a small Ohio town. Roger began his career as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with the Arthur Andersen accounting and consulting firm. Throughout his career Roger has held various executive leadership positions thriving on turnaround and Entrepreneural opportunities. His financial acumen and business insights have served as an important foundation for his success.

Roger was the co-founder and CEO of The Hydroxyl Group, securing exclusive rights for distributing and selling odor-elimination products across the United States. Building on their success, Roger and the team are now spearheading Airbotx, a company with an ambitious mission to create and manufacture revolutionary clean air technology. Through innovative research, development, the Airbotx team aims to provide more effective solutions for air quality remediation in the cleaning and restoration industry and other markets.

Roger has been married to his wife Janine for 39 years. They are especially proud of their three incredible children and five young grandchildren. Ruby, the family golden doddle, is Roger’s faithful companion.  Roger is an avid golfer.

Tom McArdle - Vice President of Sales & Marketing

Tom holds a degree in business administration from the University of Florida. Prior to entering the cleaning and restoration industry, Tom utilized his business knowledge to help develop national sales and trade show programs, including the training, development, and leadership of several hundred sales professionals across the U.S.

After serving in the cleaning and restoration industry for over 15 years as a speaker, educator, and expert in odor removal and UV-C technology, Tom joined Airbotx as Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Drawing on his specialty of working with companies to strategically, safely, and permanently remove odors from a wide array of losses, Tom helps lead the Airbotx team in developing the next generation of UV-C disinfection and odor removal technology.

Tom and his wife Jillian live in West Palm Beach, Florida. In his spare time, Tom enjoys cooking, CrossFit, reading books, and spending time with his five amazing children.

Brian M Singleton - Vice President of Engineering

Brian grew up on a small farm located just south of Ann Arbor, Michigan. He attended the University of Michigan and earned advanced degrees in mechanical engineering, math, and physics. He was also a member of the University of Michigan marching band and attended two Rose Bowls and the Orange Bowl.

Throughout his career, Brian has excelled in new product development and advanced problem solving. His highlights include the creation of high-volume manufacturing equipment for the automobile and the durable label industries. At Airbotx, Brian plays an integral role in developing revolutionary design solutions for the Airbotx machines being used in the cleaning and restoration industry.

Brian and his wife Katherine have seven children and twelve grandchildren. They share their home on a lake with Matty, their dog, and Chloe, their cat.

Dan Johnson - Vice President of Rentals & Sales

Dan Johnson brings over 30 years of experience in customer service and sales, paired with a highly engaging personality that makes him a natural leader and communicator. A proud graduate of Ball State University with a degree in Sales and Marketing, Dan has built a career spanning the healthcare and finance sectors.

Now at Airbotx, Dan leverages his extensive expertise to drive the adoption and success of cutting-edge technology. His ability to connect with clients and colleagues alike plays a key role in advancing Airbotx’s mission.

Beyond his professional endeavors, Dan is passionate about coaching swimming. For more than 30 years, he has mentored swimmers at both the high school and adult masters levels, fostering growth and excellence in and out of the pool.

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Oliver Lawal

Oliver Lawal has been involved with UV technology since the late 1990’s where he previously served in Senior Executive positions at Wedeco and Aquionics; living in UK, Germany, France and New Zealand before moving to the US in 2005. Oliver is the founder of AquiSense Technologies and works also as an independent consultant. He is former a President of the International Ultraviolet Association (IUVA) and currently serves as Co-VP Americas. He holds two engineering degrees from Manchester University in the United Kingdom.

Fred van Lierop

Fred van Lierop is a Chemical engineer with 30+ years of UV lamp experience serving in various engineering design and leadership roles with notable UV technology companies. Fred is a UV discharge lamp and system specialist, with a proven track record in the complete range of UV applications. He is now an International consultant and has worked on a multitude of successful projects with a broad range of clients.

Karl Platzer

Karl Platzer is a machinery engineering and quality management specialist for quartz UV lamps. Karl had substantial experience in commercial marketing, and M&A activities within the industry. He began his career with a manufacturer of UV quartz lamps in the 80’s. Karl has held positions in Germany, Hungary and as USA CEO/Managing directors at GE-Lighting, JW-Holding - JW North America and Light Sources/Lighttech. Karl is the founder/owner of a UV Consulting Expert consortium, “Consulting M&A Business Development LLC.”

Airbotx 390X is now the 440X. Same machine, new name.