Air Purification System & Commercial Water Filtration Experts
Katharsis was founded with a mission to reduce any potential workplace environmental hazard across Australia. Chief Scientist Steve Atkinson spent over 30 years studying airborne bacteria and their health impact. This expertise forms the foundation of our air purification system.
In 2015, Steve met Wayne Allan while collaborating on advanced materials research at Deakin University. Together, they developed Katharsis Group, delivering innovative projects in antimicrobial design and air quality technology. By 2017, the team expanded internationally, commissioning cutting-edge roll form technology from Germany to Geelong, strengthening our expertise in commercial water filtration and industrial engineering services.
Commercial Air Filtration Systems for Safer Workplaces
We believe every person deserves access to clean, safe air. Whether in a healthcare clinic, school, warehouse or office, our medical grade air purifiers for office and industrial systems reduce airborne workplace infection control risks and improve wellbeing.
Proudly Geelong-made, we employ a local workforce and maintain a mostly Australian supply chain. This ensures consistent, ethical production and maximum impact across industries, from education to industrial water waste treatment.
Industrial Engineering Services Driving Clean Air & Water
We aim to:
- Make a high-grade air purification system that’s accessible for every Australian
- Reduce workplace infection control risks through innovative filtration
- Strengthen local jobs in industrial engineering services and advanced manufacturing
- Lead the national conversation on the quality of commercial air filtration systems, sustainability, and community health
Commercial Water Filtration & Industrial Water Waste Treatment
We provide tailored commercial water filtration solutions and support clients with industrial water waste treatment, ensuring safe, sustainable, and compliant water management across industries.
L to R: Rodney, Ben, Gavan, Wayne, Dale and Steve
HVAC Systems and Equipment Experts Leading Air Purification
Our board brings together decades of experience in government, science, finance, and engineering. With expertise in HVAC systems and equipment, strategic leadership, and community investment, we’re equipped to solve some of the country’s most pressing air purification system management issues and commercial water filtration challenges.
- Gavan O’Connor – Chairman
- Wayne Allan – Executive Director & CEO
- Dale Smith – Non-Executive Director
- Steve Atkinson – Chief Technological Officer
- Rodney Craig – General Manager
- Ben Griffith – Chief Financial Officer