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Cleaning & Disinfection, Knowledge Base

Tip #7: Non-regulated industries should practice cleaning activities like the regulated industries.

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Whats the difference between cleaning a printed circuit board PCB and cleaning a garment printer
17
Mar

What’s the difference between cleaning a printed circuit board (PCB) and cleaning a garment printer? Printed circuit board (PCB) cleaning is regulated by a federal agency and cleaning a garment printer is non-regulated. “It is the author’s opinion…that the non-regulated industries would benefit if they conducted their contamination control activities as if their procedures were [Read More…]

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Berkshire Products, Knowledge Base

What is the best ESD cleanroom wipe?

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ESD Wiper Wiping electronics
13
Mar

When Berkshire wrote about ESD back in 2023, it was all about swabs in a cleanroom. We knew the potential ESD damage from surface contamination could cause, however did we consider using a wipe to clean a surface?  Take a look at MicroSeal® AntiStatic wipe?   You can see and trust the unique fiber that dissipates [Read More…]

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Cleaning & Disinfection, Knowledge Base

Tip #6: Choosing Cleanroom Consumables

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Can you use 100 DI Water with a wipe in a cleanroom scaled
10
Mar

Can you use 100% DI Water with a wipe in a cleanroom? Whether you spray it on a dry wipe or use a presaturated wipe, 100% DIW alone is not recommended for surface cleaning in a cleanroom environment. So, what is DI Water? Sometimes referred to as DIW, DI H20, DI Water or demineralized water. [Read More…]

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Cleaning & Disinfection, Knowledge Base

Tip #5: Choosing Cleanroom Consumables

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Choosing Cleanroom Consumables
03
Mar

Can I use a 100% cotton wiper in a cleanroom? The answer is yes, cotton wipes are superior to their counterparts for specific applications under certain conditions. Cleanroom wipers are available in several different fabrics and materials, including synthetics (man-made materials), “naturals” (material found in nature), and blends or composites of synthetic and naturals. Cotton [Read More…]

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Food Contact Surfaces, Knowledge Base

What do chickens and cows have in common?

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What do chickens and cows have in common
24
Feb

If you answered the bird flu (H5N1) you would be correct. Almost 1,000 dairy herds in 17 states have been infected with bird flu according to data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. In fact, the U.S. Department of Agriculture since December has been rolling out a nationwide mandatory milk testing program to detect bird [Read More…]

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Berkshire Products, Knowledge Base

Tip #4: – Choosing Cleanroom Consumables

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SATPAX VS SPRAY BOTTLE IMAGE
24
Feb

Is there any reason to use a pre-wetted wiper rather than a squirt bottle and a dry wiper in a cleanroom? According to Howard Siegerman there are 5 reasons: Eliminating the need to order, receive, transport, dilute, and store cleaning solutions, some of which are flammable. Eliminating the need to clean, maintain, and fill squirt [Read More…]

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VersaHOCl®: Green Seal Certification

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VersaHOCl Green Seal Certification
05
Feb

VersaHOCl® is now Green Seal-certified. Carrying one of the world’s most trusted ecolabels, Green Seal is a universal symbol of health and environmental leadership. Setting the standards for protecting people and the planet VersaHOCl®: Environmentally friendly. Unrivaled safety. Robust Efficacy. True Versatility. Choose the greener option with Green Seal-certified VersaHOCl®. Discover more today. Featured Products

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Cleaning & Disinfection

Tip #1 – Proper Cleaning Techniques

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Tip 1 – Proper Cleaning Techniques
03
Feb

As Howard Siegerman said in his book Wiping Surfaces Clean concerning cleanroom personnel “No one comes to work in the morning thinking ‘Wow! I can’t wait to wipe down the environmental surfaces in my area’ As a result, surface cleaning is often overlooked or ignored.” Challenge: The different types of contamination the cleanroom operator is [Read More…]

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