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ISO 14644-1 Cleanroom Standards

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ISO 14644-1 Cleanroom Standards   What is an ISO Cleanroom Rating? The International Standards Organization creates ISO ratings. It is a worldwide federation of national standards that partners with internal organizations, government agencies, and non-governmental organizations to establish technical performance standards and recommended practices. What is an ISO 14644-1 Cleanroom Classification? Achieving an ISO-rated cleanroom [Read More…]

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Revisiting the Unexpected with Growth

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To ensure that the manufacturing of pharmaceuticals is free from contamination, implementing a comprehensive cleaning and disinfection program is essential. Any modifications to the manufacturing process, such as introducing new equipment or materials, should be evaluated to confirm that the cleaning program prevents contamination. Maintaining a standardized change control process to document these updates is [Read More…]

Considerations for Cleaning a Laminar Airflow Hood

Considerations for Cleaning a Laminar Airflow Hood

What exactly is a Laminar Airflow Hood? A Laminar Airflow Hood, also known as a Laminar Flow Hood, is a containment system used in laboratories to protect workers, materials, and the environment from contamination and exposure to hazardous substances. The hood uses filters to remove bacteria, fungi, dust, and other particulates, creating a clean environment. [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

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.

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

Disinfectant terminology and properties:

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…]