The Very Real Consequences Of Ignoring Cleanroom Residues

Modern cleanrooms have enabled the manufacture of remarkable advancements from microelectronics and pharmaceutical drugs to medical devices and genetic- and cellular-based immunotherapies. When envisioning a cleanroom, one often pictures a pristine, white space meticulously maintained to prevent any trace of contamination from infiltrating the room.

However, in many modern operations, the presence of production equipment and human involvement poses a threat to the cleanroom facility. This challenge is particularly prominent in the manufacture of pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and immunotherapies within the life sciences industry, where the use of disinfectant solutions is essential to control contamination from microorganisms including bacteria, viruses, and molds. Learn about the problems caused by residues left behind by disinfectant solutions, challenges to residue removal in cleanrooms, and effective removal techniques for ongoing residue management.