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April 25, 2019

What Defines a Cleanroom Environment and How to Achieve It

What Defines a Cleanroom Environment and How to Achieve ItWhat if one speck of dust was the difference between success and failure?

In some cases, a single speck can even destroy expensive manufacturing equipment. One speck.

Creating a cleanroom with the necessary standards isn’t easy. However, the benefits out-weigh those challenges for many industries.

What Is a Cleanroom?

A cleanroom limits exposure to contaminants. These include dust, chemical vapors, microbes, and other air impurities.

The temperature, humidity, and temperature are also controlled.

Cleanrooms protect equipment that is sensitive to particulates in the air. Contaminants could even destroy equipment such as:

  • nanotechnologies
  • pharmaceutical products
  • semiconductor products
  • electrical equipment
  • medical equipment

When cleanroom implements the appropriate cleanroom standards, an effective and safe working environment is created.

How Do I Create a Proper Cleanroom?

Using these methods, you can meet cleanroom specifications and avoid contamination. You can also keep your cleanroom clean, even as new cleanroom standards arise.

To maintain a cleanroom environment, you need to focus on:

  • Air handling and filtration
  • Personnel training
  • Proper cleaning equipment

A High-Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filter controls the particle size. Used for ISO Classes 2 through 9, HEPA filters trap particles that are 0.3 microns and larger.

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HEPA filter with functional description ( image credit: LadyofHats created as part of the Philip Greenspun illustration project )

To achieve ISO Class 1, you would use an Ultra Low Particulate Air (ULPA) filter for smaller particle sizes.

To meet cleanroom specifications, each ISO Class requires a different:

  • Airflow type
  • Airflow velocity
  • Air changes

All employees should undergo extensive training in cleanroom standards. Before entering or exiting a controlled environment, workers should pass through an airlock.

Personnel will also need to wear special gowns and gloves. These will trap contaminants caused by the human body.

Keep your cleanroom clean. Use vacuums, mops, and supplies with low contamination characteristics when cleaning. Continue reading here to learn about the disinfectants used to meet cleanroom standards.

Keeping It Clean: Creating a Cleanroom Environment

Keep your cleanroom compliant by following the appropriate cleanroom standards outlined for your specific environment. Don’t forget to make adjustments for any changes to the guidelines that may arise.

Doing so will not only ensure compliance but also help protect manufacturing equipment, products, and even personnel from harmful airborne particulates.

Don’t let a single speck of dust make or break your company — and your equipment. Browse all the cleanroom supplies you need to meet your cleanroom standards!

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