Cleanroom Products

A cleanroom is a rigorously controlled environment that has a low level of environmental pollutants such as dust, airborne microbes, aerosol particles and chemical vapors. The air entering a clean room is filtered and then continuously circulated through high efficiency particulate air (HEPA) and/or ultra-low particulate air (ULPA) filters to remove internally generated contaminants. Staff wearing protective clothing must enter and exit through airlocks, while equipment and furniture inside the clean room is specially designed to produce minimal particles.

Top 5 Questions You Should Ask When Buying Cleanroom Products

1. What applications are you using your cleanroom for? This will determine the classification of cleanroom you will need and the setup and type of shelves, cabinets, hinges and doors you’ll require. If you expect applications to change in the near future, getting modular casework is probably a good idea.

2. How easy to clean is the furniture and other equipment? Cleanroom products must be easy to clean since the purpose of a cleanroom is to protect the environment from hazardous or sensitive materials.

3. What materials will you be working with in the cleanroom? This will help you determine what finish/materials you will need in your cleanroom furniture, etc. Polypropylene casework is a good choice if your lab works with corrosive acids or chemicals that experience high humidity. However, it is expensive while casework made from welded steel with an epoxy powder coat finish is more economical and also has high resistance to acids and moisture.

4. How large is the space you will be working in? This will also help you decide the size, shape, and configuration of cleanroom products you will need.

5. How much do the products cost? Ask about warranties and how long the products last, based on their use with the materials you work with.

Five Fast Facts on Cleanrooms:

• While more than 30 different industry segments utilize cleanrooms, 70 percent of U.S. cleanroom floor space is in the semiconductor and other electronic components, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology industries.

• Development of the modern cleanroom began during the Second World War to improve the quality and reliability of instrumentation used in manufacturing guns, tanks and aircraft.

• The evolution of cleanrooms gained momentum as a result of NASA’s space travel program in the 1950s and 1960s. It was during this time that the concept of ‘laminar flow’ was introduced, which marked a turning point in cleanroom technology.

• The 1980s saw continued interest in the development of the cleanroom. By this stage, cleanroom technology had also become of particular interest to food manufacturers

• The pace of cleanroom technology transformation has accelerated over recent years. Since the year 2000, there have been significant advances in new cleanroom technology, which have helped to streamline manufacturing and research processes, while also reducing the risk of contamination.

Recently Released Cleanroom Products

Polypropylene Horizontal Laminar Flow Clean Bench
• Clean ISO 5 air for a variety of applications • Provide ductless horizontal laminar air flow and ample width for multiple users
• All clean benches feature dual-wall construction
• UVTect™ controller constantly monitors HEPA filter conditions
• All-polypropylene construction means no rust
• Features built-in fluorescent lighting

AirClean Systems
www.aircleansystems.com

Vertical Laminar Flow (VLF) Station
• Incorporates fan/filter modules with either 99.99% efficient HEPA or 99.999% efficient ULPA filters to provide a contaminant-free work environment
• Fabricated of powder-coated or 304 stainless steel
• Includes transparent side panels that restrict the laminar flow to ensure an effective wash of HEPA-filtered air over the entire work surface
• Cleanroom-compatible

Terra Universal
www.terrauniversal.com

Polyurethane Seating 7000V and 7000VS Silver Series
• Features vented seats and backs for comfort
• Also offers fast clean-up, extreme durability and easy adjustability
• Provide advanced ergonomic features for improved body support
• 10 distinct models available featuring a variety of options
• Silver Series includes the same models and features but also offers a five star polished aluminum base and chromed tubular steel components

BEVCO
www.bevco.com

Series 150 Vertical Flow Modular Plenum Sections
• Consist of full ceiling, HEPA filter plenum sections that provide filtered laminar flow air to clean areas
• Designed to deliver filtered air through 100% of the ceiling’s available surface area
• Available in a number of configurations
• With legs added, these become the Series 551—a fully functional cleanroom

Clean Air Products
www.cleanairproducts.com

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