Paper Details

Cleanroom environments demand stringent contamination control to ensure product integrity in industries such as pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, and biotechnology. Among the critical sources of contamination, cleanroom garments play a dual role as both protective barriers and potential contributors to particulate emission. This case study presents a quantitative analysis of particle shedding behavior in cleanroom laundered garments under controlled conditions. The research evaluates particle emission rates across different fabric compositions, laundering cycles, and usage durations using standardized testing protocols. Results indicate that garment material, laundering frequency, and wear conditions significantly influence particle release. Polyester-based garments demonstrated lower particle shedding compared to blended fabrics, while excessive laundering cycles contributed to fabric degradation and increased emission rates. Controlled experiments further revealed that mechanical stress during movement substantially elevates particle counts. Statistical analysis was employed to establish correlations between garment lifecycle parameters and contamination risks.
The findings highlight the importance of optimized laundering processes, garment lifecycle management, and fabric selection in minimizing contamination. This study provides actionable insights for cleanroom management practices and contributes to improved contamination control strategies in high-sensitivity environments.

AMIN HIRENBHAI NAVINBHAI, “Performance Evaluation of Cleanroom Fabrics for Laundering Efficiency”, International Journal of Advance Engineering and Research Development (IJAERD), Vol. 13, Issue 4, pp. 38-42, April 2026.