Choosing the correct cleanroom footwear for maximum protection

Ensure compliance and prevent contamination with the ideal footwear for your cleanroom

Maintaining a controlled environment within a cleanroom is essential to ensure compliance with industry standards and prevent contamination. One critical aspect of cleanroom protocol is footwear. The correct cleanroom footwear should not only provide comfort and protection but also ensure that your critical environment remains free from unwanted particles and static electricity.

Industries that require cleanroom footwear:

• Pharmaceuticals & Biotechnology
• Semiconductor & Electronics Manufacturing
• Medical Device Production
• Aerospace & Automotive
• Food & Beverage Processing
• Laboratories & Research Facilities

Types of cleanroom footwear

We offer a range of footwear, including:

• Socks

Designed for use under cleanroom shoes and shoe covers, cleanroom socks minimize contamination and enhance comfort. Ideal for pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device industries.

• Shoes

Specially designed for controlled environments, these shoes provide superior comfort, support, and protection while helping to maintain cleanliness. Essential in electronics, aerospace, and pharmaceutical manufacturing.

• Shoe covers

Shoe covers act as an additional barrier to prevent external contaminants from entering the cleanroom. Widely used in food processing, research labs, and high-tech industries.

Socks

With the revised EU GMP Annex 1 guidelines coming into force in August 2023, dedicated cleanroom socks have become essential in reducing contaminants from foot perspiration, especially in situations where shoe covers are not worn.

Key features of our cleanroom socks:

• Made from soft, comfortable nylon
• Designed to minimize particle shedding
• Available in various sizes S-XL for a correct fit
• Tested for particulate levels using the modified Helmke Drum method

These disposable cleanroom socks are ideal for maintaining cleanliness and minimizing contamination in the most stringent controlled environments. Their white colour and high-quality material make them perfect for cleanrooms and other sensitive areas in pharmaceutical, biotech, and semiconductor industries.

Shoes

Specially designed footwear for controlled environments ensures the integrity of the cleanroom is maintained. Cleanroom shoes are manufactured from materials that minimize particle shedding and are easy to clean providing superior comfort and contamination control.

Key features of our cleanroom shoes:

• Soft yet durable materials for all-day comfort
• Balanced, flexible insoles for full support
• Designed to meet specific cleanroom classification requirements
• ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) properties to prevent static buildup

These shoes are critical in electronics, aerospace, pharmaceutical, and research laboratories.

Our selection of cleanroom shoes includes:

Choosing the correct footwear

When selecting cleanroom footwear, consider the following factors:

1. Cleanroom classification – Ensure the footwear meets the requirements for your specific cleanroom grade.
2. Comfort – Look for options that provide support for all-day wear.
3. Material – Choose materials that minimize particle shedding, are breathable, and are easy to clean or dispose of.
4. Additional features – Consider needs such as anti-slip soles, ESD properties, or autoclavability.

By selecting the appropriate cleanroom footwear, you contribute to a safer, cleaner, and more efficient working environment. Explore our range of cleanroom supplies today and take a step towards superior cleanroom protection.