The Cleanroom Pro’s Guide to Particle Counter Selection
Airborne particle counters are essential tools in cleanroom monitoring, but selecting the right one isn’t always straightforward. With varying regulatory requirements, cleanroom classifications, and application needs, making the wrong choice can result in data gaps, compliance issues, and costly inefficiencies.
To help guide your decision, Particle Measuring Systems has developed this free resource, available here for download.
This practical guide walks you through the critical factors to consider when choosing an airborne particle counter for your cleanroom or controlled environment.
What You’ll Learn in the Guide
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Types of particle counters: Understand the differences between portable, remote, and handheld devices, and when to use each.
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Cleanroom classification compatibility: Learn how particle counter specifications align with ISO 14644 standards and EU GMP Annex 1 requirements.
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Sampling strategy: Explore how to plan for effective sample point locations, frequency, and data integration.
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Data integrity and reporting: Discover why seamless data management and traceability are essential for regulatory compliance.
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Application-specific considerations: Get insight into how different industries—pharmaceutical, semiconductor, aerospace—tailor their monitoring systems based on risk.
Why This Matters
A particle counter isn’t just a monitoring tool—it’s a critical component of your contamination control strategy. Selecting the right counter ensures you’re capturing the data needed to protect product quality, satisfy auditors, and maintain cleanroom control.
Whether you’re outfitting a new cleanroom or updating your current monitoring system, this guide will help you make a confident, well-informed decision.
👉 Download the guide now and take the guesswork out of airborne particle counter selection.
