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Our blog delves into the world of contamination control. We explore the techniques, technologies, and best practices that professionals employ to mitigate, prevent, and manage contamination across various fields and industries.

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Cleanroom Start-Up and Shutdown (SU/SD) Processes: Planning, Risks, and Key Measures

Cleanroom start-up and shutdown (SU/SD) interrupt process flow and carry heightened contamination risks. Whether your…

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How to clean Dycem mats
Cleaning07 Nov

How to Clean Dycem Mats

Dycem mats have been described as a ‘game-changer’ for improving facility’s contamination control at floor-level.…

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Cleanroom07 Nov

4 Common Cleanroom Problems and How to Solve Them

Maintaining a contamination-free cleanroom is critical for industries like pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and electronics manufacturing.…

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contamination in pharmaceutical manufacturing
Pharmaceutical05 Nov

Floor-level Contamination in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Controlling contamination in pharmaceutical manufacturing often focuses on eye-level or operational areas, leaving floor-level contamination…

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Electronics09 Oct

28 Applications for Dycem Mats in Electronics and Semiconductor Manufacturing

Contamination control is crucial in the electronics and semiconductor industries, where even the smallest particles…

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Semiconductor Manufacturing
Semiconductor24 Sep

Why Ultra-Clean Environments are Vital for Semiconductor Manufacturing

Why Contamination Control is Crucial During Semiconductor Manufacturing Semiconductor fabrication is an exceptionally delicate and…

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Sterile Compounding18 Sep

Joint Commission’s 2024 Sterile Compounding Standards: Key Updates and the Role of Contamination Control

Key Updates to Sterile Compounding Standards As of January 2024, The Joint Commission has introduced…

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pharmaceutical cleanroom flooring
Pharmaceuticals23 Aug

How to Mitigate Contamination on Pharmaceutical Cleanroom Flooring 

In the pharmaceutical industry, contamination control efforts often focus on eye-level, hand-level, and operational areas.…

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Cleanrooms22 Jul

8 Ways to Keep Your Cleanroom Free of Contamination

Keeping your cleanroom free of contaminants is an important part of your operation, regardless of…

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tips to improve your contamination control strategy
Contamination Control24 Jun

9 Tips to Improve Your Contamination Control Strategy (CCS)

A Contamination Control Strategy (CCS) is a systematic approach designed to minimize contamination risks across…

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Pharmaceuticals18 Jun

Improving Safety in Nuclear Pharmacy Operations

Nuclear pharmacies handle radioactive materials for critical medical procedures. These materials are fundamental for diagnoses…

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Cleanrooms12 Jun

Modular vs. Fixed Cleanrooms: Cleanroom Design

Ensuring product quality and regulatory compliance in industries like pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, electronics, and…

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Contamination Control30 May

10 Uses for Dycem Contamination Control Mats

Want to stop contamination in its tracks? Dycem contamination control mats capture and retain up…

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floor level contamination control
Contamination Control23 Apr

Floor Level Contamination Control: What’s Out There?

Establishing a Contamination Control Strategy (CCS) within cleanrooms or controlled environments is fundamental for safeguarding…

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ESD12 Apr

ESD Mats vs Anti-Static Matting: What’s The Difference?

In the electronics industry, electrostatic discharge (ESD) poses a significant threat to handling delicate electronic…

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Research & Development14 Mar

Controlling Cross-Contamination in Research Facilities

Cross-contamination presents a significant challenge in research and development facilities, where maintaining the integrity of…

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Pharmaceuticals06 Mar

Preventing Cross-Contamination in Pharma Manufacturing

In the pharmaceutical industry, ensuring the purity and safety of medications is a high priority.…

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Healthcare04 Mar

Preventing Cross-Contamination in Healthcare Settings

In healthcare facilities, keeping patients safe and assuring the highest standards of care are the…

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Food29 Feb

Controlling Cross-Contamination in Food Production

In the bustling world of food and beverage production and preparation, ensuring the safety and…

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Cleanrooms15 Feb

Cosmetic Cleanroom Guidelines to Follow

In the cosmetic production industry, adherence to regulatory standards has emerged as the new pillar…

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Antimicrobial29 Jan

Do Antimicrobial Surfaces Work?

We may not consider the development of antimicrobial surfaces against contamination in our daily lives.…

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Cleanrooms25 Jan

The Cleanest Places In The World

The class 1 ISO cleanroom standard represents the epitome of cleanliness, with less than 10…

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Cleanrooms23 Jan

Cleanroom Requirements – Everything You Need To Know

Cleanrooms, by definition, are an environment free from dust and other contaminants. The use of…

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Contamination Control27 Dec

6 Steps for Improved Contamination Control

Welcome, fellow guardians of controlled environments! If you find yourself obsessing over the tiniest particles…

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Cleanrooms20 Dec

7 Rules to Follow In Your Cleanroom Environment

Cleanrooms play a pivotal role in industries such as semiconductor manufacturing, pharmaceuticals and biotechnology, where…

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Cleanrooms13 Dec

What Cleanroom Classification Does Your Industry Need?

Cleanrooms are present in almost every industry to varying degrees. Maintaining a controlled environment is…

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Cosmetics09 Nov

MoCRA & Cosmetics GMP Guidelines: 8 Key Areas

It’s estimated that American consumers use 6 to 12 cosmetic products daily, contributing to the…

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Food12 Oct

The 4 Types of Food Contamination (and How to Prevent Them)

The journey of our food from farm to plate involves several important steps to ensure…

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Biotechnology07 Sep

Cell and Gene Therapy: Contamination Control Strategies

Cell and gene therapy are overlapping cutting-edge medical treatments that involve using living cells and…

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cannabis cleanroom
Cannabis07 Sep

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…

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cleanrooms in electronics manufacturing
Cleanrooms07 Sep

Cleanrooms in Electronics Manufacturing

Contamination poses an enormous risk to electronic products during the manufacturing process. If electronic products…

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Food07 Sep

The Importance of Contamination Control in the Food Industry

Consuming food and beverages constitutes an essential aspect of daily life for everyone. Yet, few…

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Data Center07 Sep

Is Your Data Center at Risk From Rust and Debris?

According to IMB Today, one hour of downtime can cost on average, a whopping £300,000.…

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Healthcare07 Sep

Contamination Control in Hopsitals, It’s a Must!

Hospitals and healthcare facilities face many risks every single day, especially from contamination. Contamination in…

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Alternatives 08 Aug

Long-lasting Alternative to Sticky-off Mats

With 80% of particulates said to enter critical environments via feet and wheels, now more…

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Cleanroom08 Aug

Step-by-Step Guide For Scrubbing Into a Cleanroom

Cleanroom gowning is the term used for putting on specialized coveralls or personal protective equipment…

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Strategy08 Aug

6S Lean Management: Your Comprehensive Guide

In many industries, floor-level contamination control is a critical aspect of ensuring high-quality, safe and…

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Strategy20 Feb

4 Tips for Contamination Control Strategies

At Dycem, our main aim is to help keep your facilities free of contamination. So,…

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Alternatives20 Feb

Why You Should STOP Using Sticky Mats

Critical environments, clean rooms, and controlled areas should be protected within manufacturing facilities to minimize…

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Contamination25 Jun

Are You Using The Proven Leader In Contamination Control?

When it comes to keeping clean rooms as clean as possible, especially in the life…

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Contamination12 Jun

Contamination Control: Don’t Go Half-In

When you have a site with highly technical needs, you need a contamination solution that…

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Alternatives15 Apr

Reduce Single-Use Plastic Waste with Dycem Contamination Control

Contaminated plastic waste is harmful to your environment, therefore by using disposable peel-off mats and…

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