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Adaptable and fast builds from 2017

Adaptable and fast builds from 2017

Many countries saw increased investment in new cleanrooms in 2017 but it was very sector specific. Meanwhile the application of new design and construction techniques has made the process faster, with fewer snags. Susan Birks summarises the year’s trends in cleanroom construction
Eco-friendly disposables wanted

Eco-friendly disposables wanted

Last year was a challenging year for the cleanroom apparel market, which was hit with changes in the PPE directive along with a call for more environmentally-friendly solutions. Charlotte Alldis rounds up 2017 most significant product launches providing a solution to these complex issues
Performance validation: HPAPI containment testing in a risk-based era

Performance validation: HPAPI containment testing in a risk-based era

Taking a more automated approach to validation testing paves the way to capturing more repeatable and reliable data, thereby improving levels of containment performance
Telstar unveils 'smart' cleanroom HVAC system

Telstar unveils 'smart' cleanroom HVAC system

Telstar has designed an innovative HVAC control system that provides automatic regulation in cleanrooms and saves over 40% in energy consumption
Jenoptik expands manufacturing capacity with new Class 5 cleanroom

Jenoptik expands manufacturing capacity with new Class 5 cleanroom

Jenoptik has tripled cleanroom space at its Jupiter, Florida location to address increased global demand for optical systems
Protecting downflow booth performance for safe operation

Protecting downflow booth performance for safe operation

Downflow booths provide a safe environment for workers handling potentially hazardous powdered raw materials but to ensure continuous safe operation, regular inspection and maintenance programmes should be in place. Hosokawa Micron highlights the main considerations
The acid test: pH measurement of water quality

The acid test: pH measurement of water quality

For decades pH measurement has been the mainstay of water quality testing in cleanrooms and labs. However Mark Bosley, Business Support Divisional Manager, SUEZ Water Purification Systems, outlines some common pitfalls
Cleaning cleanrooms

Cleaning cleanrooms

Cleanroom cleaning requires many specialised products. Dr Tim Sandle, head of microbiology, Bio Products Laboratory, addresses the importance of product selection and cleaning techniques in the pharmaceutical manufacturing environment

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