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Maintaining the cleanliness of a cleanroom environment requires a multi-level approach to capture and remove contaminations before they impact the integrity of your production process. From appropriate PPE, ventilation units, and even tacky mats; all play a vital role in keeping your cleanroom contamination-free.
Tacky mats are typically one of the first defenses to capturing contaminations in your cleanroom, and many regulatory bodies highly recommend these as part of the cleanroom set-up. However, with so many options, it can be difficult to know which are the best choice – in this blog, we’ll be highlighting the benefits of Purus International’s EnviroTack™ mats and how these compare to cheaper alternatives.
What are Tacky Mats?
Tacky mats (also referred to as cleanroom mats) are compressed layers of adhesive mats designed for cleanrooms to prevent contaminants from entering your controlled environment. Typically placed outside the entrance or exit of your cleanroom space or in a change area, tacky mats collect dirt, dust, and debris from the footwear of personnel and the wheels of equipment.
With multiple layers of tacky mats per pack, cleanroom users can simply peel away and remove the top ‘dirty’ layer when required, revealing a fresh, new layer underneath. This ensures easy and efficient contamination control.
About Purus International
Founded in 2002, Purus International has over 20 years’ experience in offering quality cleanroom services with an environmentally-conscious approach. Operating across the US, European, and Asian markets, Purus International has become a trusted, leading supplier of cleanroom matting, paper, and glove liners that effectively mitigates cross-contamination whilst ensuring sustainability, quality, and availability.
Purus vs Unbranded Tacky Mats
Tacky mats are typically one of the first barriers to capturing contaminants in your cleanroom. Whilst it might be tempting to opt for cheaper alternatives of cleanroom supplies, it’s important to remember that these may impact the cleanliness of your controlled environment.
Reducing contaminants and maintaining cleanliness should be a top priority as a cleanroom user, and something that should not be based purely on price. Sourcing tacky mats from a trusted, experienced supplier, such as Purus, will provide a range of additional benefits that are important considerations when choosing supplies for your cleanroom.
Below is a comparison of the benefits of Purus EnviroTack™ mats compared to cheaper, unbranded alternatives:
| Purus International | Unbranded Alternatives |
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✅ Environmentally-conscious, containing renewable plant-based materials and fully recyclable. Perfect for those who’re working towards demonstrating sustainability and reducing carbon footprint. |
❌ Typically made using synthetic, polyethylene film and solvent-based acrylic which, in some cases, may not be suitable for recycling. |
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✅ Contains anti-microbial additive that removes up to 99.8% of foot-borne viable microbes. |
❌ May not contain anti-microbial properties and increases tacky mat replacement rate. |
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✅ With a thickness of 1.195mm, Purus EnviroTack mats are designed to be durable and withstand heavy footfall and machinery. |
❌ Typically thinner and may tear during use, compromising contamination control. |
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✅ Produced in an ISO 9001: 2008 accredited factory, meaning the range has been created with a quality-first approach. |
❌ Not necessarily produced to an ISO standard, with no way of confirming quality. |
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✅ With over 100 years of collected, contamination experience, EnviroTack mats are created by leaders in cleanroom product production. |
❌ Tacky mats may not be produced by cleanroom supply specialists and experts. |
Summary
There’s a lot to think about when maintaining the cleanliness of your cleanroom and reducing contamination. Implementing effective solutions from trusted suppliers is the best way to keep compliant with regulations and standards whilst ensuring your operations are running as they should be.
If you require additional support or have a question about your cleanroom, please don’t hesitate to contact our team.
FAQs
Are tacky mats an ISO and GMP requirement?
Whilst tacky mats are not mandated in the ISO 14644-1 and GMP standards, they are highly recommended for maintaining cleanroom environments and reducing contamination. In order to remain compliant, these standards emphasise the need for effective contamination control methods which tacky mats can provide.
How much do tacky mats cost?
Tacky mats are a cost-effective way of maintaining the cleanliness of your cleanroom environment. These range in sizes, colours, and quantities so there’s something for every cleanroom. Take a look at our range of tacky mats, here.
Why are tacky mats important in a cleanroom?
Tacky mats are important to be included within your cleanroom set-up as they effectively support with the integrity of your cleanroom environment by capturing dirt, dust, and debris from the footwear of personnel and wheels of cleanroom equipment.
How often should tacky mats be replaced?
The lifecycle of your tacky mat depends on several factors, including the level of cleanliness you want to maintain in your cleanroom, the amount of cleanroom footfall, and the cleanroom’s operations. However, a good rule of thumb is to replace your tacky mat after, no more than, 50 walkthroughs or when it begins to lose its tackiness.
