Developments in Surface Contamination and Cleaning: Types of Contamination and Contamination Resources

Developments in Surface Contamination and Cleaning, Volume Ten, provides a state-of-the-art guide to the current knowledge on the behavior of film-type and particulate surface contaminants and their cleaning methods. This newest volume in the series discusses mechanisms of particle adhesion, particle behavior in liquid systems, and metallic contamination and its impact.

In addition, the book includes a discussion of the types of contaminants, with resources to deal with them and information on environmental issues related to surface contamination and cleaning. Taken as a whole, the series forms a unique reference for professionals and academics working in the area of surface contamination and cleaning that also includes information on cleaning at the micro and nano scales.

• Written by established experts in the contamination field that provide an authoritative resource
• Presents a comprehensive review of new trends in contaminants and resources for dealing with those contaminants
• Contains detailed case studies to illustrate various scenarios

Individuals involved in research and development, manufacturing, quality control and procurement in a multitude of industries such as aerospace, automotive, biomedical, defense, energy, manufacturing, microelectronics, optics and xerography. Researchers in an academic setting

• List of Contributors
• About the Editors
• Preface
• Chapter 1. Metallic Contaminants on Surfaces and Their Impact
  • Abstract
  • 1 Introduction
  • 2 Cleanliness Levels
  • 3 Metallic Contaminant Behavior
  • 4 Contamination Sources
  • 5 Characterization Techniques
  • 6 Impact of Metallic Contaminants
  • 7 Summary
  • Acknowledgments
  • Disclaimer
  • References
• Chapter 2. Particle Resuspension From Surfaces: Overview of Theoretical Models and Experimental Data
  • Abstract
  • 1 Introduction
  • 2 Particle Detachment: Theoretical Models
  • 3 Resuspension Experiments
  • 4 Comparison of Theory Against Experimental Data for Particle Resuspension
  • 5 Summary and Conclusions
  • References
• Chapter 3. GMP in Pharma Manufacturing—Description of GMP as Related to Air-Handling Units and Prevention of Contamination and Implementation of GMP Regulatory Requirements
  • Abstract
  • 1 Introduction
  • 2 GMP Guidelines
  • 3 Organization and Personnel
  • 4 Building and Facilities
  • 5 Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) System
  • 6 Validation of HVAC System
  • 7 Summary
  • References
• Chapter 4. The Role of Standards in Cleaning and Contamination Control
  • Abstract
  • 1 Scope
  • 2 Why There Are Standards?
  • 3 Examples of Groups, Industry Standards, and Specifications
  • 4 Standards Evolution
  • 5 Interpreting Standards
  • 6 Points to Consider
  • 7 Questions to Ask About Standards
  • 8 Summary
  • References
• Chapter 5. Droplet-Assisted Laser Cleaning of Contaminated Surfaces
  • Abstract
  • 1 Introduction
  • 2 Laser-Based Cleaning Techniques
  • 3 Droplet Assisted Laser Cleaning
  • 4 Conclusions
  • Acknowledgments
  • References
• Index