The Hidden Problems With Relaundering Microfiber Mops

Best practice for both wipes and mops in a cleanroom environment is to employ single-use disposable products. This reduces the risk of cross-contamination and ensures that contaminants are physically removed from the cleanroom environment at the end of a session. However, many facilities are laundering and re-using mops as a potential cost savings alternative to single-use disposable products.

Even the smallest cleanroom facility will spend tens of thousands of dollars on cleanroom consumables each year. In a large facility, this spend can be hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Careful consideration needs to be given as to whether the reuse of mops, especially microfiber mops, can lead to a reduction in consumable quality that could result in an increased risk of environment and product contamination. Explore microfiber, the difference between relaundered microfiber mops and single-use disposable microfiber products, and more.