Airkey has successfully designed and manufactured a custom modular cleanroom solution for a prominent electronics manufacturer in Slovakia. This advanced facility, engineered specifically for printed circuit board (PCB) assembly, reflects Airkey's commitment to providing precision-controlled environments that meet the demanding standards of modern electronics production.
Strategic design for electronics manufacturing excellence
The custom-designed cleanroom measures 9.1 × 6.2 × 2.8 metres and features a sophisticated three-room layout that optimises workflow while preventing cross-contamination. Each space supports a distinct stage of the manufacturing process:
Change room: Ensures proper personnel gowning and preparation
Material staging room: Provides a controlled environment for component handling
PCB assembly room: Maintains critical environmental conditions for sensitive electronics assembly
Advanced contamination control systems
Recognising the vulnerability of electronic components to environmental contaminants, Airkey integrated a comprehensive range of contamination control features.
Dual access control
- Air shower: High-velocity particulate removal system for personnel
- Pass-through chamber: Dedicated material transfer pathway to avoid cross-contamination
Environmental precision
- ISO Class 7 cleanliness maintained throughout all three rooms
- HVAC system regulates the PCB assembly room at 20–22°C and 50–60% RH
- Stable thermal conditions prevent component damage and ensure manufacturing consistency
Quality assurance through rigorous testing
The cleanroom underwent full factory acceptance testing (FAT) with the customer’s team present to verify all performance requirements. This collaborative validation ensured:
- Performance verification: All systems met specified operational standards
- Quality confirmation: Materials and workmanship aligned with customer expectations
- Documentation review: Complete technical and compliance records provided
- Hands-on training: Customer personnel familiarised with system operation
Why precision matters in PCB manufacturing
Even slight environmental fluctuations can adversely affect PCB quality and production yield. Airkey’s solution delivers a stable, contaminant-controlled environment essential for manufacturing reliable electronic components. Segregated personnel and material flows further reduce the risk of introducing harmful particulates.
Modular advantage: speed and precision
The cleanroom’s modular construction provides notable benefits:
- Factory prefabrication: Ensures precision manufacturing under controlled conditions
- Rapid deployment: Minimises disruption to the client’s operations
- Quality control: Comprehensive testing completed prior to shipment
- Scalability: Layout allows future expansion or reconfiguration
Ready to build your cleanroom? Contact Airkey today to discuss how it can deliver compliant, high-quality cleanrooms in a fraction of the time.
