Is building a cheap cleanroom truly effective?

Cost and Quality of Cleanroom Construction: A Challenging Problem

When constructing a cleanroom the issues of cost and quality are always the top concerns. Many companies, especially startups or those with limited budgets, often look for low-cost cleanroom solutions to save on initial investments.

But are low-cost cleanrooms really effective? Can saving on initial costs guarantee long-term operational performance, or will it lead to significant risks?

This article will help your company gain an objective view of the pros and cons of low-cost cleanrooms, thereby determining the most optimal approach.

Benefits and Risks of Low-cost Cleanrooms

Advantages of Choosing the Low-cost Option

✅ Save on initial investment costs
✅ Faster construction time
✅ Suitable for small-scale production models with lower standard requirements

Potential Risks of Low-cost Cleanrooms

❌ Low-quality materials that do not meet cleanroom standards

• Prone to damage and rapid deterioration, causing air contamination in the cleanroom.
• Fails to meet the standards of CGMP , ISO 14644 , HACCP, FDA.

❌ Unstable operation of HVAC systems and HEPA filters

• Uneven airflow, unable to control dust particle count.
• HEPA filters quickly become clogged, increasing replacement costs.

❌ Repair costs become 2-3 times the original amount

• Improper installation causing air leakage and loss of cleanroom pressure.
• The company may lose certification and have to renovate the entire system.

Lessons from a Company that Chose the Low-cost Cleanroom Approach

A pharmaceutical manufacturing plant in Bac Ninh decided to opt for Low-cost Cleanroom Construction, saving 30% of the standard cost. Initially, everything seemed stable, but after only 6 months, the company encountered a series of problems:

The HVAC system failed to maintain pressure, resulting in air leaks.
HEPA filters deteriorated rapidly, significantly reducing efficiency.
Failed GMP certification, forcing a production halt to renovate the entire system.

Consequences: The company had to spend an additional 1.8 billion VND on repairs, which is 2.5 times more than the initial savings. This is an important lesson on choosing low-cost cleanrooms without considering quality.

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Optimal Solution: Balancing Cost and Quality in Cleanroom Construction

Instead of opting for low-cost cleanrooms that do not ensure quality, companies can consider more optimal solutions:

✔ Intelligent Cleanroom Design: A scientific design that reduces costs while ensuring operational efficiency.
✔ Use of standard-compliant cleanroom materials: Select panels, HEPA filter systems, and standard HVAC equipment to avoid issues of early deterioration.
✔ Collaborate with reputable construction companies: Professional firms can advise on appropriate solutions, optimize budgets, while ensuring quality.
✔ Establish a regular maintenance plan: Proper maintenance helps extend the cleanroom's lifespan and minimizes future issues.

For the electronics sector, Electronic Cleanroom Construction delivers outstanding results.

In the food industry, Food Cleanroom Construction ensures high safety standards.

And in the healthcare sector, Medical Cleanroom Construction always prioritizes quality.

Contact ANH KHANG CLEANROOM Now

If your company is considering investing in a standard cleanroom with an optimal budget, ANH KHANG CLEANROOM is a trusted partner, helping companies balance cost and quality to ensure a sustainable and efficient system.

ANH KHANG CLEANROOM ELECTRICAL JOINT STOCK COMPANY Hotline: 1900 636 814 - 0902 051 222 Email: info@akme.com.vn Website: akme.com.vn Address: Lot B7 - Xuan Phuong Garden - Phuong Canh - Nam Tu Liem - Hanoi.