CleanRooms articles from August 2007

CleanRooms archives from August 2007

Molecular matters.(from the editor)
August 1, 2007... I had some very interesting conversations at this year's "SEMICON West" conference and exhibition in San Francisco. And I have to say this surprised me somewhat, since, to be honest, I have come to view the event as a little old and tired over...

Fluid dynamics leading the way to safer flights.(news)
August 1, 2007... University researchers working to optimize airflow patterns in commercial airplane cabins have uncovered new ways of containing the spread of toxic and infectious agents in these environments, and have taken the first steps toward development...

U.S. food scientist to receive world's highest food honor.(news)
August 1, 2007... Philip E. Nelson, past president of the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) and food science professor at Purdue University, has been recognized as the 2007 recipient of the World Food Prize in an announcement from the U.S. Department of...

IEST provides new online educational opportunities.(news)
August 1, 2007... The Institute of Environmental Sciences and Technology (IEST) continues to offer valuable online education classes in the ongoing Access the Experts series with its one-hour class, "Sustain ability Considerations in Cleanroom Design and...

Keeping clean in the extreme.(news)
August 1, 2007... Despite the high technology, the semiconductor industry is conservative, preferring to stick to what is known and works rather than trying something new--unless, of course, there's no alternative. That's the case, the thinking goes, with...

Cymer signs EUV supply agreement with ASML.(PARTICLES)
August 1, 2007... At SEMICON West 2007, Cymer, Inc., which provides excimer laser light sources used in semiconductor manufacturing, announced its selection by ASML Holding NV as the extreme ultraviolet (EUV) source supplier for the lithography systems vendor's...

Pharma software gets set to go wireless.(PARTICLES)
August 1, 2007... Software provider Pharmacy OneSource, Inc. has partnered with FreshLoc Technologies and its national distributor WTH Healthcare Networks to interface the FreshLoc wireless environmental monitoring sensors for temperature-sensitive processes...

NQA closes certification acquisition.(PARTICLES)
August 1, 2007... Leading ISO 9001, ISO 14001, TS 16949, and AS9100 registrar National Quality Assurance, USA (NQA), a joint venture company of National Technical Systems, Inc., has acquired TRA Certification, an Elkhart, IN-based ISO certification organization....

Teamsters support protection from diacetyl exposure.(PARTICLES)
August 1, 2007... The Teamsters Union is supporting legislation introduced by Rep. Lynn Woolsey (D-CA) that will compel OSHA to take immediate action to protect food-processing workers from exposure to diacetyl, a chemical that has been link to a form of...

Evolving ISO standards serve the global cleanroom market: latest publication completes series of cleanroom standards.(setting the standard)(Table)
August 1, 2007... The publication in July 2007 of a new International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Standard, ISO 14644-6 Cleanrooms and associated controlled environments--Part 6: Vocabulary, represented a milestone for ISO Technical Committee (TC)...

Valves in cleanroom processes: valve makers look for market boost from biopharm industry.(your market analysis)
August 1, 2007... Valves for the food and beverage, cosmetics, biotechnology and pharmaceutical, and semiconductor industries are classified in three levels of cleanliness: sanitary, aseptic, and ultra-high purity. Food and beverage uses the terms sanitary or...

Cleaning the cleanroom: cleanroom wipers and swabs are important to enhancing productivity and product quality in critical manufacturing environments.(special report)(Cover story)
August 1, 2007... New technologies, chemistries and value-adds notwithstanding, cleanroom consumables are driven by two tenets for suppliers and users alike: They hare to function properly and consistently and they hare to do so cost-effectively. for wipers and...

Hunting contaminants: choosing the right vacuum for your cleanroom; Defining your cleanroom needs will help make sense of HEPA-filtered vacuum options.(vacuum/dust control systems)
August 1, 2007... From pharmaceuticals to semiconductors, cleanrooms are highly regulated environments. Under the International Organization for Standardization's (ISO) strict criteria put forth in 2001, manufacturers across the board have fallen under a great...

Using disposables to reduce cost and increase flexibility in bioreactor processes; Biopharm manufacturers can see improvements in contamination levels, manufacturing costs, and production times.(production)
August 1, 2007... Its no secret that biopharmaceutical companies are moving rapidly toward disposable products for the production of protein therapeutics and vaccines. In university and pharm/biopharm laboratories, disposables have been in use for more than 20...

High-speed doors serve cleanroom applications: new high-speed doors minimize potential contamination and maximize production efficiency.(cleanroom doors and pass-throughs)
August 1, 2007... Beginning about 35 years ago, manufacturers began to recognize that to achieve greater productivity they would need faster, more efficient internal factory transportation and logistics systems. The result was the development of all kinds of...

Personal protective apparel.(garments)
August 1, 2007... Since human-generated contamination plays a large role in critical environments, special care must be taken to provide appropriate garments to minimize the human impact on the cleanroom. Other important factors include specialty fabrics to...

Cleanroom garment services.(garments)
August 1, 2007... ARAMARK Cleanroom Services, Inc., a division of ARAMARK Uniform Services, Inc., is a provider of cleanroom garment services to technically demanding customers throughout North America. The company has developed exacting standards and tightly...

Quantus[R] line of cleanroom garments.(garments)
August 1, 2007... Quantus[R] line of cleanroom garments basan, a full-service supplier of cleanroom consumaDiesam equipment, offers a series of cleanroom garments, called Quantus[R], that has been tested and confirmed by renowned textile institutes. The premium...

Garments provided with recommended clothing standards.(garments)
August 1, 2007... Connecticut Clean Room Corporation provides quality cleanroom garments for many different industries including cleanroom, critical manufacturing, industrial, and any environment that requires sanitary standards. Choose from lab coats,...

ISO 9001:2000 certified apparel supplier.(garments)
August 1, 2007... As an ISO 9001:2000 certified national supplier with an extensive network of regional distribution centers, Cintas offers a large selection of cleanroom apparel, including aprons, beard covers, boot covers, bouffant caps, shoes, coveralls, face...

Garments for high demand environments.(garments)
August 1, 2007... Particle retention, anti-static properties, comfort, abrasion resistance, and air permeability are characteristics that significantly influence the efficiency of a cleanroom textile. Dastex, a leading European manufacturer for cleanroom...

Composite fabric offers breathability and barrier protection.(garments)
August 1, 2007... DuPont provides a complete line of apparel designed to protect workers, products, and processes from harmful materials. Tyvek[R] Isoclean[TM],Suprel[R] LS and ProClean[R] garments--available in bulk, clean, or clean and sterile--and accessories...

Liquid and particle protection lab coats.(garments)
August 1, 2007... KleenGuard* A40 Liquid & Particle Protection Lao Coats (right, in photo) from Kimberly-Clark Professional are made from a microporous film laminate fabric that offers superior particle holdout while allowing excellent breathability. They...

Cleanroom laundry processing.(garments)
August 1, 2007... Since 1960, Prudential Cleanroom Services has provided cleanroom laundry processing services. Prudential's network of ISO 9001:2000 certified, ISO Class 3 cleanliness rated cleanroom laundry processing facilities provide services throughout...

Distributor for apparel manufacturer.(garments)
August 1, 2007... Satesa Corporation represents the Medtecs Group in North, Central, and South America for cleanroom garments that are made to order to customers' exact requirements. Medtecs weaves its own fabrics and produces garments in its own plants in...

High-technology garments and accessories.(garments)
August 1, 2007... Transforming Technologies provides high-technology garments, cleanroom fabric, cleanroom boot soles, and specialized cleanwear accessories. Hypalon[TM] shoe covers, temperature-resistant Nomex[TM] gloves, and other performance wear are designed...

Jumpsuit designed for pharmaceutical needs.(garments)
August 1, 2007... Based on the needs of its customer partnerships and the industry's ever evolving safety standards, Tronex has released a new fluid-resistant USP suitable jumpsuit. Manufactured in the company's state-of-the-art ISO 9001 Certified factories,...

Skid-resistant Boot Covers.(garments)
August 1, 2007... Value-Tek Ultra-Clean Boot Covers (item VTBTCVPPLVW) combine cleanliness and quality into a highly durable product that provides a less expensive alternative to Tyvek[R]. The nonskid bottom can be especially useful in places where additional...

50-nm liquid particle counter.(new products)
August 1, 2007... The NanoCount 50 from Lighthouse Worldwide Solutions is an ultra-small-footprint liquid particle counter with a sensitivity of 50 nm and flow rate of 100 mL/min. The unit measures just 9x6x9 inches and includes the sensor, counting electronics,...

Manual purge station.(new products)
August 1, 2007... Entegris has added the RSPX Manual Purge Station to its Clarilite Certified Solution for preventing reticle haze in 193 nm lithography. The station helps manufacturers prevent reticle haze by purging the reticle pod as it awaits the next...

Industrial protective eyewear.(new products)
August 1, 2007... Kimberly-Clark Professional has extended its KleenGuard* brand with the launch of a new line of protective eyewear. The introduction includes 20 new KleenGuard* Brand eye protection products. The eyewear offerings are impact-resistant, ANSI...

Series of angle and in-line valves.(new products)
August 1, 2007... A new series of angle and in-line valves from Pfeiffer Vacuum features a robust design that resists contamination, increases service life, and makes them suited to industrial applications in the high vacuum range. The valves are available in DN...

Pharmaceutical/life science product line.(new products)
August 1, 2007... With its acquisition of Amesil, GORE PharmBio recently debuted a combined portfolio of products suitable for the pharmaceutical and life sciences industry. GORE[TM] LYOGUARD[R] freeze-drying single-use trays and containers help improve...

Custom line of air handlers.(new products)
August 1, 2007... Clean Rooms West, Inc. manufactures a custom line of air handlers in the 1,000 to 10,000 CFM range with particular emphasis on the smaller specialized units in the 1,000 to 3,000 range. With tight temperature and humidity control and higher...

Acoustic floor coverings.(new products)
August 1, 2007... Freudenberg Building Systems, Inc. has enhanced its noraplan[R] environcare[TM] product line to include noraplan[R] environcare[TM] al and noraplan[R] environ care[TM] acoustic floor coverings, specifically designed for health care facilities....

Trace moisture analyzer for ultra-high-purity gases.(new products)
August 1, 2007... Tiger Optics LLC, a manufacturer of laser-based trace gas analyzers, recently released the HALO+[TM], a mini-cavity ring-down spectroscopy (CRDS) analyzer capable of measuring at parts-per-trillion (ppt) levels in industries such as...

Aerosol photometer.(new products)
August 1, 2007... TEC Services, Inc. has just released its latest aerosol photometer to the market. The PH-4 digtal photometer offers the smallest size and weight in a self-contained cabinet (probe included) available today. The simple menu-driven software...

Single-use manufacturing system and collection containers.(new products)
August 1, 2007... Pall Corporation continues to target disposable processing with the launch of its Allegro[TM] system, an integrated single-use manufacturing system, and the Allegro biocontainers for collection and transport of process solutions, product...

UL1604-compliant liquid optical particle counter.(new products)
August 1, 2007... Particle Measuring Systems announces UL1604 compliance for its HSLIS M65e liquid optical particle counter, allowing it to be installed in Class I, Div II environments without modification or additional enclosures. The HSLIS is used for...

Advanced medical-grade fabric.(new products)
August 1, 2007... PGI's MediSoft[R] Ultra[TM] high-performance fabric for medical garments and other single-use apparel exceeds the Association of the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) gown and drape industry standard (PB70) for Level III garments of...

High-efficiency filter assemblies.(new products)
August 1, 2007... Donaldson Company has introduced Superplus filter assemblies, equipped to provide efficient and cost-effective purification of compressed air and gases in industrial applications. The filter assemblies are available in two models. Donaldson AG...

Pharmaceutical stability simulation services.(new products)
August 1, 2007... Multisorb Technologies has made available its SimulSorb[TM] service in North America. The simulations that comprise SimulSorb enable the company's technical experts to determine the ideal amount of sorbent required to combat chemical and...

HEPA, ULPA filters with 'poured-in-place' gasket.(new products)
August 1, 2007... Camfil Farr has updated its line of Absolute HEPA and ULPA filters with a "poured-in-place" gasket that ensures leak-free performance. The sealing method is uniform in depth and encompasses the entire filter sealing surface, eliminating gasket...

Latex-free elastic nonwoven fabric.(new products)
August 1, 2007... DuPont has introduced Engineered Elastic Nonwoven Technology, a new offering that is latex-free and contains no elastomeric polymers or chemical additives, resulting in a versatile fabric that can meet a variety of industry needs. Fabrics...

Cartridges for decentralized vacuum systems.(new products)
August 1, 2007... COAX[R] vacuum technology is easily integrated into the body of manufacturing machinery with multi-stage cartridges. Designing the ultimate decentralized vacuum system is made possible by positioning vacuum power exactly where it is needed,...

Compact linear actuator.(new products)
August 1, 2007... Parker Hannifin's LCB Series of compact linear actuators incorporates a low-friction, dry running, sliding bearing carriage that provides long, reliable travel life--even at 100% duty cycle. Coupled with Parker motors/controls, the linear...

Inflatable semiconductor foundry seals.(new products)
August 1, 2007... Pawling has developed a "no-compromise" inflatable seal material for loadlocks and associated chambers used in semiconductor processing. The inflatable design provides excellent barrier performance, extends service life, and eliminates the...

Hand/arm protection reference.(new literature)
August 1, 2007... Best Manufacturing Company has introduced a new product catalog showcasing its hand arm protection products at work. Intended as a hand/arm protection guide, the newest products are listed up front, and all products are grouped into five...

Cleanroom product catalog and revamped web site.(new literature)(Website overview)
August 1, 2007... Connecticut Clean Room Corporation's new catalog and redesigned web site of special products that meet all critical manufacturing, industrial, and sanitary standards are now available. Product categories include mats, rollers, cleanroom paper,...

Cleanroom equipment and components supply.(new literature)
August 1, 2007... Clean Rooms International's 2007 catalog is now available to order. The user-friendly format features 10 sections of products devoted to cleanrooms, including Legend modular hardwall cleanrooms, Flexible Solutions softwall cleanroom, SAM Group...

Leakproof valves and fittings.(new literature)
August 1, 2007... For critical liquid or gas process applications to 10,000 psi, CPV Manufacturing offers a broad range of valve and fitting systems that provide reliable "leakproof" operation. A four-color product line brochure is now available that can help...

Hose and ducting catalog Intros 10 new products.(new literature)
August 1, 2007... Flexaust's new, free catalog features flexible hoses, ducting, and accessories for a range of industrial and commercial applications involving air, dust, fumes, and light material transport. The catalog introduces 10 new products:...

Online filter design resource.(new literature)
August 1, 2007... The new web site for Universal Air Filter is easier for design engineers to navigate. Popular design applications are featured on separate landing pages to find specific information faster and more efficiently. Product page banners have been...

New catalog highlights vibration isolation systems.(new literature)
August 1, 2007... Technical Manufacturing Corporation's (TMC) comprehensive 2007 General Catalog showcases its versatile line of precision vibration isolation systems. The catalog details TMC's many standard products and their recommended applications. Featured...

Points to consider for developing a USP <797> compliant cleaning and sanitization program; Proactive tactical planning will ensure adherence to standards.(compounding corner)
August 1, 2007... The obvious objective in effective cleaning is the removal of contamination acquired from daily activities in the cleanroom. In order to better perform a robust cleaning, it is necessary to evaluate and understand the sources of contamination....

Calender.(Brief article)(Calendar)
August 1, 2007... To announce your organization's upcoming conferences and meetings (date, location, and information), e-mail: carriem@pennwell.com. SEPTEMBER 5-7 NANOCOMPOSfTES 2007-Enabling Technologies and New Markets. Harrah's Hotel & Casino, Las...