James N Polarine, Mary Van Gaasbeck Carico, Renee Buthe
Effective materials transfer is essential for cleanroom contamination control. Items entering from warehouses or other cleanrooms pose a high risk of introducing fungal and bacterial spores. A robust decontamination procedure is key to minimizing this risk. Options include wiping or spraying items with a sporicide or disinfectant or using vaporized hydrogen peroxide (VHP) pass-through chambers or room decontamination.VHP is especially suitable for sensitive items like electronics and soft metals due to its excellent material compatibility and efficacy.