Cleanrooms: What They Are and How They Work

Cleanrooms are controlled environments designed to maintain low levels of airborne contaminants such as dust, particles and microorganisms.

Unlike standard rooms, cleanrooms are engineered to control specific environmental conditions. These may include:

The required level of control depends on the industry and the processes being carried out inside the cleanroom. Cleanrooms can range from small laboratory areas to large-scale manufacturing environments.

Cleanrooms work by controlling the movement and removal of airborne contaminants.

Filtered air is continuously introduced into the cleanroom while contaminated air is removed through the ventilation system. This helps maintain the required level of cleanliness and environmental control.

However, air filtration is only one part of an effective cleanroom. People, equipment, materials and manufacturing processes can all introduce contaminants. For this reason, the room itself must also be designed to support contamination control.

This includes the use of suitable cleanroom wall panels, ceilings, flooring, doors and other surfaces that can withstand regular cleaning and maintenance.

Cleanroom walls are more than partitions – they help maintain a controlled, hygienic environment. Cleanrooms wall systems provide smooth, easy-to-clean surfaces that minimise contamination and simplify maintenance.

A well-designed modular wall system can offer: