Small Space, Big Impact: A Turnkey Cleanroom Build for Pharmaceutical Compliance
When revised USP compounding standards took effect, a small Texas pharmacy faced a hard truth: without a compliant cleanroom, it could no longer prepare certain
A Comprehensive Guide to Updated USP 795, 797, and 800 Requirements
USP Chapters 795, 797, and 800 are the foundation for safe pharmaceutical compounding in healthcare and pharmacy environments. Together, they establish expectations for non-sterile and
PAC Designs an ISO 7 Class Cleanroom for Semiconductor Capital Equipment Manufacturing
When it comes to adding to an existing cleanroom or building a new one from scratch, working with a company with proven experience in cleanroom
Cleanroom Lighting Guide: Select the Right Color Temp. & Lumens
When designing a cleanroom, the choice of ceiling components, particularly the lighting, plays a critical role in determining the overall effectiveness of your controlled environment.
PAC Introduces a New Partner for ISO 3-5 Class Cleanrooms
As a leading provider of critical components for cleanroom construction, PAC meets evolving customer demands with innovative solutions. Our dedication and expertise enable us to
The Role of Negative Pressure Rooms in Modern Healthcare
This article is also available in Spanish. Negative Pressure Rooms: A Key Component of Infection Control in Healthcare Negative pressure rooms have received increased attention in
PAC Designs a Crucial Cleanroom Facility for the Webb Space Telescope
This article is also available in Spanish. After a two-decades-long collaboration between international public and private sectors, the James Webb Space Telescope launched from Europe’s Spaceport
Why Do Corona Ionizers Need Regular Maintenance?
What equipment in your manufacturing environment is maintenance free? The answer is simple: none. As with all other equipment, ionizers used for static charge and
A Seamless Cleanroom Construction: PAC Builds a Sterile Environment
Precision is of utmost importance in the complex field of semiconductor equipment manufacturing and achieving perfection starts by establishing a controlled environment. At PAC, we
CleanPro® Cleanroom Installation
Cleanroom Wall System Installation Cleanroom Ceiling System Installation Completed Cleanroom & HVAC Installation Need Help with a Production Ready Cleanroom? PAC cleanroom specialists help you
Selecting the Right Industrial Vacuum for Pharmaceutical Processing and Manufacturing Facilities
This article is also available in Spanish. “Do more with less.” It’s the new mantra in today’s economy. Companies across many industries face the challenge
Droplets vs Airborne – Science of Airborne Droplets, Aerosols, Particles, and Face Masks
Aerosols vs Droplets – does COVID-19 spread by aerosols or droplets? Does evidence support airborne coronavirus? 15+ studies on COVID particle size, droplets, ventilation, and face masks.
FDA Cleanroom Requirements for Face Masks, Surgical Gowns and PPE Production
Question: “What Class clean room is required to manufacture FDA approved N95 masks, isolation gowns, surgical masks, etc.?”.
Types of Cleaners | Disinfectants for Industrial, Hospitals, or Medical Devices. How Are They Used?
This article defines, contracts, and compares FDA and EPA requirements for the efficacy of various chemical germicides, sterilants, and disinfectant chemicals.
GMP Cleanroom Design Standards Part 1: GMP and CGMP Manufacturing
What is GMP? What is CGMP? What are the differences between GMP and CGMP cleanrooms?
Negative Pressure Rooms for Hospitals and Emergency Rooms
What are the options for temporary negative pressure triage and emergency room structures?
What’s the Correct Way to Wipedown a Surface? What’s the Advantage of Microfiber Wipes?
What is the proper technique for wipedown and sanitation of surfaces? Why is a microfiber wipe most effective for viruses and infection control?
How Do I Properly Wipe Down Surfaces in Cleanrooms and Labs?
What are the proper steps for wiping surfaces, biological isolators, and laminar flow cabinets, and excess hazardous drugs?
Cleanroom Wipes for Pharmaceuticals: Pyrogen Testing Methods
Cleanroom wipes and gloves undergo LAL and Agar Overlay Analysis when testing for pyrogen and endotoxin levels. This post details the methodology, historical relevance, and explores cleanroom solutions for pyrogen-free and low-endotoxin gloves and garments.
Particulate and Molecular Contamination Tests for Cleanroom Wipes and Fibers
The majority of wiper contamination tests probe for particles, fibers, ions, nonvolatile residue, and bio-contaminants. Cleanroom wipe test methods detail and measure the extraction and enumeration particles, fibers, and other contamination released from wipers (or other materials), usually in a wetted state, under conditions of moderate mechanical stress.