Abstract
In cleanrooms, high ventilation rates are being used. This is in line with the available guidelines. Normally the required air flows are applied 24/7 so the environmental cleanliness is not compromised. This therefore is an energy-intensive activity. As production is of higher economic importance than energy savings, cleanroom operators have put product safety and product yields first, giving energy efficiency a lower priority. The study described in this article
challenges the applied air change rates and more specifically the need for applying these rates 24/7. The research is based on real-life (in-situ) examples of pharmaceutical cleanrooms.
challenges the applied air change rates and more specifically the need for applying these rates 24/7. The research is based on real-life (in-situ) examples of pharmaceutical cleanrooms.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 54-57 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | REHVA Journal |
Volume | 2019 |
Issue number | 5 |
Publication status | Published - 1 Nov 2019 |
Keywords
- cleanroom
- energy
- demand controlled filtration
- air quality