How Silicone Molding Cleanrooms Factor Into Patient Safety

By Harold Sant, VP Operations, FMI 

In order to ensure patient safety, a medical device needs to be kept as clean and free of contaminants as possible. As part of the solution, silicone molders will need to wash the component before packaging and shipping through the use of a cleanroom. The cleaner the silicone molded part shipped from the molder, the more likely sterilization will be effective and the device will meet FDA and international standards. Download the article for more information on cleanroom standards, best practices in silicone molding cleanrooms, cleanroom employee training and operations, and more.