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Cleaning a Laminar Airflow Hood

Considerations for Cleaning a Laminar Airflow Hood

Quick Brief Laminar airflow hood cleaning is crucial for cleanroom hygiene and life sciences contamination control, preventing cross-contamination and maintaining a sterile lab environment. Always use proper cleanroom cleaning supplies – like lint-free wipes and 70% alcohol sprays – for laminar airflow hood cleaning. Never spray disinfectants directly onto the hood’s HEPA filter; apply it [Read More…]

Cleanroom vs. Controlled Environment

Cleanroom vs Controlled Environment

What is the difference between a cleanroom and a controlled environment? Do you know what a Cleanroom (clean room) is? A cleanroom is  a controlled environment that restricts the number of pollutants or contamination to a specific number of particles per cubic foot or cubic meter. Cleanrooms are regularly tested to ensure they meet the [Read More…]

Things You Didn’t Know You Needed to Know About Lint-Free Wipes

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A recent search on Google for the term lint-free wipe returned over 18 million results. A further refinement to “lint-free wipes” returned over 330,000 results. And another search for “lint free wiper” produced over 1.5 million results. A simple change in characters or adding a letter churned out different results. The one thing they have [Read More…]

Most Common Cleanroom Disinfectants, Bactericides, Fungicides, Virucides, and Sporicides.

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Choosing the appropriate cleanroom cleaning solutions is of utmost importance. It is vital to determine which products can meet your cleanroom standards and adhere to regulations. Depending on the materials, types of cleanrooms, and stages of the cleaning process, different solutions may be needed. It is crucial to note that cleaning and disinfecting are not [Read More…]

Disinfectant Terminology and Properties

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Antiseptic— An antiseptic is a substance that prevents or destroys microorganisms on living tissue such as skin, oral cavities, and open wounds. Chemical Disinfectant—Disinfectants are chemical agents used on non-living surfaces and objects to eliminate infectious fungi, viruses, and bacteria. Sporicidal and antiviral agents are a specific category of disinfectants. However, these agents may not [Read More…]

Guide for Disinfectants, Sporicides, and Biocides for Cleanrooms

Guide for Disinfectants Sporicides and Biocides for Cleanrooms

Be sure to choose from the variety of disinfectants, sporicides, and biocides specifically designed for use in cleanrooms. They are ideal for controlling microbial contamination, including bacterial spores, in critical aseptic core cleanroom manufacturing areas. Berkshire’s range of cleaning products caters to different needs and allows you to select the correct cleanroom disinfection or sanitization [Read More…]

Cleanroom Behavior Tips – Top Five

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Cleanrooms are critical environments where controlling contaminants is essential for the products’ or processes’ safety and integrity. Cleanrooms are essential in many industries, including pharmaceuticals, microelectronics, and biotechnology. Cleanroom behavior is critical to maintaining a sterile environment and avoiding contamination in such controlled environments.   Here are the top five best practices for proper cleanroom [Read More…]

VersaQuat® Disinfectant Comparison Chart

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One Step Cleaner & Disinfectant VersaQuatⓇ is an EPA-registered, RTU (ready-to-use) one-step disinfectant and cleaner which utilizes well-established and accepted quaternary ammonium chemistry with acceptable residue and safety profiles. With broad-spectrum, best-in-class efficacy claims (30 kill claims), VersaQuatⓇ delivers consistent quality and intuitive usage. Recommended for use as a standard disinfectant as part of a [Read More…]

VersaQuat® One Step Ready-to-Use Cleaner & Disinfectant

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VersaQuat® is an EPA-registered, RTU (ready-to-use) one-step disinfectant and cleaner that is an effective solution for cleaning and disinfecting needs. With broad-spectrum, best-in-class efficacy claims, VersaQuat™ delivers consistent quality and intuitive usage, making it an ideal choice for a disinfectant rotation program. In addition, no strong odor, harsh chemicals, or toxins provide flexibility for use [Read More…]