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A Simple Guide to How Particle Counters Work

Build a stronger foundation for cleanroom contamination control.

In pharmaceutical, semiconductor, aerospace, and other high-purity manufacturing environments, understanding how to monitor particles is essential. Yet for many professionals, particle counting can seem complex or overly technical—especially when faced with evolving regulations and sophisticated instrumentation.

A quick overview video on how particle counters work:

 

Learn more: Particle Measuring Systems created the Simple Guide to Particle Counters—a quick-read PDF that breaks down the fundamentals in a clear, accessible format. Whether you’re new to environmental monitoring or need a refresher, this guide helps you better understand the tools that protect your process and product integrity.

What’s inside the guide?
✅ A plain-language explanation of what particle counters do and why they matter
✅ The differences between airborne and liquid particle counters
✅ Key terms and measurement principles
✅ Common applications across cleanroom classifications
✅ Tips for selecting the right particle counter based on your needs

Why it matters:
Particle counters play a key role in contamination control strategies. They help manufacturers meet GMP, ISO 14644, and FDA requirements, and provide the data needed to demonstrate environmental control and reduce risk to patient or product safety.

By understanding the basics, you’ll be better equipped to make informed decisions, evaluate current monitoring systems, and communicate more effectively with technical teams and auditors.

📘 Ready to better understand particle counting?
Complete the form here to access “A Simple Guide to How Aerosol Particle Counters Work”.

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