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Cleanroom Garment & Vendor Selection: Recommended Practices

This is Chapter 4 of Valutek's Technical Paper Series:
Cleanroom Garment & Vendor Selection: Recommended Practices
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Overview

Cleanroom garments are essential in creating a controlled barrier that protects both products and manufacturing processes from contamination. Selecting the right garment is a complex balance between ensuring effective particle containment and providing comfort to operators during long shifts. This chapter guides you through key considerations to make informed garment choices that meet cleanroom standards and support operational efficiency.

In Chapter 4, you will explore:

  • Different garment types and their best use cases
  • Key performance factors including filtration and breathability
  • Common challenges in garment selection and how to address them
  • How to evaluate testing data to ensure compliance and quality
“Effective garment selection balances protection and comfort to ensure cleanroom integrity and operator performance.”
— Jan Eudy, Cleanroom and Contamination Control Consultant 

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Jan Eudy is a cleanroom/contamination control and microbiological subject matter expert with more than 30 years of industry experience in semiconductor, microelectronics, pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, medical device, food manufacturing, compounding pharmacies, aerospace, and automotive. As the corporate quality assurance manager for Cintas Corp., Jan oversaw research and development, directed the quality system and ISO registration at all cleanroom locations, and supported validation and sterile services. During her time with the company, Jan also implemented and maintained the HACCP risk management program at all Cintas industrial laundries. She is also a Past President and Fellow of the Institute for Environmental Sciences and Technology (IEST).

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