ViSTAT™ Air Filter Technology: An IPAC Innovation for a New Era of Indoor Air Quality Standards

BioActive Technology™ is a subsidiary of IPAC. The new company was created in 2025 to commercialize a new bioactive filtration technology that actively neutralizes airborne pathogens. An ablative polymer coating is the foundation of ViSTAT™ Advanced Pathogen Defense, the first product commercialized by BioActive Technology.

Developed during the COVID-19 pandemic and refined through award-winning research, ViSTAT air filter technology represents a breakthrough in air filtration. It combines high viral and bacterial inactivation with low airflow resistance, offering a powerful new option for air filter media manufacturers to meet the growing demand for healthier indoor air. Beyond ViSTAT air filter technology, BioActive Technology’s ablative polymer coatings have endless everyday applications – from hospital surfaces to airports and more.

Scanning Electron Microscope micrograph of ablative polymer pathogen inactivating coating on fiberglass filter at 154X

The Next Evolution in Air Filtration

Unlike traditional air filters that simply trap airborne pathogens, ViSTAT air filter technology actively inactivates pathogens – all without compromising optimal system airflow or energy efficiency. The result is a new standard in clean air – one that meets rising demands for indoor air quality (IAQ) without costly retrofits or hazardous waste disposal associated with HEPA filters.

  • >85% inactivation of pathogens with MERV 8–10 filters
  • Maintains optimal airflow across standard HVAC and other air filter systems
  • No toxic emissions or special handling required
  • Compatible with all standard filtration media, including fiberglass, polyester, polyolefin, and thermo-bonded blends

Engineered to Meet Emerging IAQ Standards

As awareness around airborne transmission grows, regulatory pressure and funding for innovative HVAC and other air filtration solutions are increasing across healthcare, transportation, food production, and commercial environments. ViSTAT Advanced Pathogen Defense offers a proven, cost-effective way to improve filtration performance and meet emerging IAQ expectations – without replacing existing HVAC or other air filtration infrastructure.

 

ViSTAT Is Powered by BioActive Technology™

At the core of ViSTAT is BioActive Technology’s ablative polymer coating, which continuously presents fresh biocide to the environment as air flows through the air filter. This sustained action enhances virus and bacteria neutralization without clogging the filter or reducing its lifespan.

Ready to Learn More?

Discover how ViSTAT Advanced Pathogen Defense can help air filter media manufacturers and system designers deliver safer, smarter air filtration. Reach BioActive Technology President & COO Thomas Kennedy directly at tkennedy@bioactivetechnology.com or Robert Roth at rroth@bioactivetechnology.com.

Visit our website www.BioActiveTechnology.com

Scanning Electron Microscope micrograph of ablative polymer pathogen inactivating coating on fiberglass filter at 496X