Boiler, Pressure Vessel & Code Compliance Experts
ASME • NBIC • Jurisdictional Compliance Experts
Why RTTX Consulting, LLC?
Experience & Qualifications
RTTX Consulting provides expert witness services, technical consulting, inspections, training, and code compliance support involving boilers, pressure vessels, ASME and NBIC Code requirements, jurisdictional regulations, repairs, alterations, and quality management systems.
• 30+ Years of Industry Experience
• Former Texas Chief Boiler Inspector
• Former Chairman, National Board Board of Trustees
• National Board Commissioned Inspector
• ASME & NBIC Code Expert
• Expert Witness Services Nationwide
• Technical Investigations, Consulting & Training
Meet Rob Troutt
Founder & Principal Consultant, RTTX Consulting, LLC
Rob Troutt is a nationally recognized authority in boiler, pressure vessel, and code compliance matters with more than 40 years of experience in operations, inspection, regulatory oversight, accident investigation, and industry leadership.
Prior to founding RTTX Consulting, Rob served as the Chief Boiler Inspector for the State of Texas, where he directed statewide boiler safety programs, supervised regulatory enforcement activities, and oversaw compliance for more than 53,000 registered boilers. He also served as Chairman of the Board of Trustees for the National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors and has held leadership positions within ASME, the National Board Inspection Code, and numerous national code-development committees.
Throughout his career, Rob has led thousands of ASME and National Board Joint Reviews, conducted more than 30 accident investigations, provided expert witness testimony, and assisted manufacturers, inspection agencies, attorneys, insurance companies, and facility owners with complex technical and compliance matters.
Today, Rob provides expert witness services, technical investigations, code compliance consulting, quality system assessments, and industry training through RTTX Consulting.
When not working with clients, Rob is an avid fisherman and inventor. He is the creator of the patented Hook Mate™ treble hook protector, a product developed to improve fishing safety and tackle protection while allowing lures to remain attached to a rod hook keeper.
Expert Witness Services
RTTX Consulting provides expert witness services involving boilers, pressure vessels, ASME and NBIC Code requirements, jurisdictional compliance, repairs, alterations, inspections, and quality management systems. Technical opinions are supported by more than 40 years of industry experience, including service as Texas Chief Boiler Inspector and leadership positions with the National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors.
- Boiler and Pressure Vessel Litigation Support
- Expert Witness Services Nationwide
- Technical Investigations
- Failure Analysis
- Code Compliance Opinions
- Inspection and Jurisdictional Matters
- Depositions and Trial Testimony
- Consulting & Training
Hook Mate™
Patented Treble Hook Protector
Hook Mate™ is a patented treble hook protector designed to improve safety, protect hook points, and simplify lure storage. Unlike traditional hook covers, Hook Mate™ can be installed on lures attached to a rod hook keeper and on treble hooks equipped with feathers or other trailing materials.
The patented design fully encloses hook points while helping prevent accidental snags, injuries, and damage to tackle and equipment.
Key Features
- Patented Design
- Works with feathered and dressed treble hooks
- Installs while lure remains attached to rod hook keeper
- Protects hook points from damage and dulling
- Helps prevent accidental snags and injuries
- Flexible and durable construction
- One size fits multiple sizes of treble hooks
For licensing, distribution, or product inquiries, contact RTTX Consulting below.
