Standardizing the cleanroom industry so that a uniformly defined set of requirements and properties can be agreed upon and implemented is a necessity. To achieve uniform, cross-sector and international descriptions of processes and specifications in cleanroom technology, standards are continuously being developed and supplemented with ongoing research findings and experience. In addition to the developed standards contained within the DIN EN ISO 14644 family of directives, the evolving VDI 2083 is often used to further quantify established standards. It has been adopted by Austria and Switzerland in its totality, and by other European countries at least in part.

The ISO 14644 directive guidelines cover cleanroom technology in 10 parts. The VDI 2083 family has over 20 individual sheets and represents the most comprehensive set of rules in the world. It complements the ISO guidelines by expanding them to include industry-specific topics, as well as issues like cost and efficiency. Many countries are expanding upon the ISO 14644 in ways that must be taken into consideration when international cooperation is required.

In today’s world, industries like microelectronics, optics, biotechnology, semiconductor manufacturing, pharmaceutics, and nanotechnology all rely on cleanroom technology when producing their products. The international standard is currently ISO 14644 and, as stated above, it is often augmented by VDI 2083. ISO 14644 includes guideline values for air purity, qualification, and cleanroom-specific requirements relating to planning, operation, and cleanliness.

The ISO technical committee continuously tracks ongoing developments and new research to revise existing standards, ensuring they reflect evolving technologies and industry demands. This helps maintain alignment with modern cleanroom requirements and efficiency needs across all sectors.

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We look forward to helping you find what you need. Contact us today for all your cleanroom needs—no matter how small or large. We can help with everything from consumables like gloves and tacky mats to designing and outfitting the entire cleanroom itself.