Why go modular when choosing a cleanroom?

Designing the perfect cleanroom for your organization might feel like an overwhelming process. However, the choice can be made easier by deciding if you need a modular or stick-built room. But what’s the difference? Let’s take a closer look:

At first, all cleanrooms might seem the same. They are, quite literally, rooms developed to keep clean, dry, safe, and secure for the intended use. But, as the purpose of a cleanroom is to handle complex and often sensitive operations, the standard of the room and the environment it secures must be extremely high.

So, how do you find the best cleanroom for your business? First, let’s look at the difference between modular and stick-built cleanrooms. The most important differentiator is that the pieces of a modular cleanroom are assembled in a factory and delivered to the final site, designed to fit the organization’s needs. A stick-built construction is built on site with wood and drywall by traditional builders. Historically, stick-built cleanrooms have been the more popular option, but since the specific needs of businesses are becoming more and more sophisticated, modular cleanrooms are on the rise.

At QleanAir Scandinavia, modular cleanrooms have been our specialty from the very beginning. Why? Because we believe in high-quality cleanrooms that are perfectly adaptable to each clients’ needs.

So why go modular?

1. Modular cleanrooms save time, money, and resources
   The backbone of modular cleanrooms is their adaptability. When ordering a modular cleanroom, the provider will help you to analyze the needs of your business and operation and customize the room accordingly. This process saves time, money, and resources and doesn’t create an excess of unnecessary materials which often is the case with stick-built rooms. Since modular cleanrooms are made with precise specifications, they are the more sustainable option. 
   
   
2. Modular cleanrooms are built by experts with vetted components
   In contrast to stick-built rooms, which require the vetting and design of each component to be used, modular rooms use components that are already well vetted and have a proven track record. Modular builders bring their focused experience that a general contractor fundamentally lacks. 
   
   
3. Modular cleanrooms are quicker and easier to install
   Additionally, pre-configured modular designs mean that the installation process, whether a new construction or reconfiguration of an existing modular cleanroom, is significantly less complex. This results in a quicker, less expensive project management process with minimal interruptions.
   
   
4. Modular cleanrooms are continually compliant
   The compliance in a modular cleanroom easier to maintain versus a stick-built cleanroom. Modular cleanrooms are fundamentally easier to modify and do not require costly and time-consuming construction projects. A wall in a modular room can be changed in less than a day whereas a stick-built room requires a significant construction project when modification are desired or required. This increases one’s ability to keep a cleanroom compliant and make modification to match changing demands.
   
   
5. Modular cleanrooms are future proof
   Cleanrooms usually need some form of remodeling or modification to adapt to new standards or changing industry demand. While building a stick-built cleanroom involves many separate businesses to update to your future needs, a modular cleanroom takes only one point of contact to understand your future business needs. That way, modular cleanrooms are not just the more efficient option but also the more agile option. And, as modular cleanrooms are more flexible, they are easier and quicker to adapt to meet any unforeseen needs.

Additionally, 40% of the QleanAir business comes from returning customers who are satisfied with our products and services. We currently have over 60 cleanrooms operating over the US and more than 20 in Sweden. Do not hesitate to contact us if you want to know more.