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Cell and Gene Therapy: Effective Contamination Control Strategies
Cell and gene therapy are overlapping cutting-edge medical treatments that involve using living cells and genetic material to treat or potentially cure diseases. In some cases, cell and gene therapy are used together to enhance the therapeutic effect of their treatments. It may seem obvious that these environments need to be as clean as possible,…
The Success of Cannabis Cleanrooms: The New Standard in Cultivation
If you’re involved in the cannabis industry, you’re likely familiar with the challenges of maintaining consistent quality. For the success of commercial cannabis cultivation, maintaining consistent crop yields is imperative to ensure sustained profitability. Consistency in all aspects of cultivation is crucial for achieving successful and profitable outcomes in a commercial setting. While factors like…
Why are cleanrooms used in electronics manufacturing?
Contamination in Electronics Manufacturing Contamination poses a huge risk to electronic products during the manufacturing process. If electronic products become contaminated it can lead to complete failure of the device, unreliable products, and low-quality products. This could cost manufacturers millions of pounds each year, and even the loss of their ISO certification. This means that…
The Importance of Contamination Control in the Food Industry
Consuming food and beverages constitutes an essential aspect of daily life for everyone. Yet, few individuals contemplate the origin and conditions of food production and the need for contamination control in the food industry. This places a substantial obligation on food and beverage manufacturers to uphold contamination-free environments in their production, packaging, and storage facilities.…
IS YOUR DATA CENTER AT RISK FROM DUST & DEBRIS?
According to IMB Today, one hour of downtime can cost on average, a whopping £300,000. It is shown that 70% of computer-related breakdowns are caused by dust and other debris. These contaminants can enter your data center through various sources, including open doors, air conditioning units, on clothes and anything else brought into the room.…
CONTAMINATION CONTROL IN HOSPITALS & HEALTHCARE FACILITIES IS A MUST
Hospitals and healthcare facilities face many risks every single day, especially from contamination. Contamination in these settings can put people at risk, meaning hospitals and healthcare facilities must do the upmost they can to avoid contamination. Hospitals and healthcare facilities are at risk of various types of contamination and are constantly being adapted to…
Long-lasting Alternative to Peel-off Mats for Contamination Control
With 80% of particulates said to enter critical environments via feet and wheels, now more than ever, having a floor-level contamination control plan is key. Cleanroom floor mats play a crucial role in this. They are used to capture dirt from “street shoes” upon entering the gowning room. There are several different options available for…
Cleanroom Gowning: A Step-by-Step Guide to Scrubbing Into a Cleanroom
Cleanroom gowning is the term used for putting on specialized coveralls or personal protective equipment (PPE) to minimize contamination in a cleanroom environment. Cleanrooms are highly controlled spaces found in various industries, such as pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, electronics, and medical device manufacturing, where cleanliness and sterility are of utmost importance. The primary purpose of cleanroom gowning…
6S Lean Management: Your Comprehensive Guide
In many industries, floor-level contamination control is a critical aspect of ensuring high-quality, safe and efficient processes. Contamination can arise from various sources, such as human activities, machinery, or raw materials. A systematic approach to floor-level contamination control is necessary to maintain a clean and hygienic environment. One such approach is based on the 6s…
4 Tips for Contamination Control Strategies
At Dycem, our main aim is to help keep your facilities free of contamination. So, here are a few tips to keep in mind when thinking about contamination control strategies at your organisation. Don’t ignore floor-level contamination Believe it or not, 80% of contamination enters your critical areas via floor-level contamination, including on feet and wheels.…
Why You Should STOP Using Peel Off Mats
Critical environments, clean rooms, and controlled areas should be protected within manufacturing facilities to minimize the presence of viable and non-viable contamination during manufacturing. Disposable tacky mats and peel-off mats are often the go-to for floor-level contamination control. However, there are many reasons to suggest that these so-called solutions are causing more problems than they…
Are You Using The Proven Leader In Contaminant Removal?
When it comes to keeping clean rooms as clean as possible, especially in the life sciences and pharmaceutical industry, you want products that do what they say they will in the most efficient manner possible. You want (and need) products that are the best at what they do.
Contamination Control: Don’t Go Half-In
When you have a site with highly technical needs, you need a contamination solution that addresses that in the most efficient manner possible. Using the right equipment (equipment that has proven reliability and results) can be just the solution you need.
Reduce Using Single-Use Plastic with Dycem Contamination Control
Contaminated plastic waste is harmful to your environment, therefore by using disposable peel-off mats and plastic overshoes, YOU are harming your environment.