Cleanroom experts know that contamination rarely comes from machines or materials. The biggest source, by far, is people.
From skin particles to hair, fibres, and respiratory droplets, personnel contribute millions of particles per minute without proper protection. This is why cleanroom consumables play such a critical role in contamination control.
Validated hoods, masks, and garments reduce particle release dramatically—from roughly 800,000 particles/minute in cotton clothing, down to around 10,000 particles/minute when using validated cleanroom textiles. This reduction is driven by:
High‑performance fabric design
Specialized seam construction
Optimized garment fit
Humans shed approximately 24,000 skin cells per day—many capable of carrying microorganisms. Well‑fitting gloves, correct donning procedures, and consistent glove changes ensure this invisible load stays under control.
In pharma and life sciences environments, consumables are not simple accessories. They are frontline defence mechanisms designed to protect:
Products
Processes
Operators
With validated products and decades of expertise, STAXS® helps cleanrooms across Europe safeguard quality and maintain operational integrity.