Keeping Cleanrooms and Electronics Safe

Keeping cleanrooms and electronics safe

October 8, 2025
By Bertech, for the Blue Print

How ESD cleanroom sticky mats help maintain safety and protect sensitive equipment

In industries where precision, cleanliness, and static control are essential, such as semiconductor fabrication, electronics assembly, aerospace, or pharmaceutical labs, every detail matters. Contamination and electrostatic discharge (ESD) can disrupt processes, damage costly equipment, and compromise safety. One simple, yet effective solution is the use of ESD Cleanroom Sticky Mats.

Dust, dirt, and debris carried on the soles of shoes or wheels may seem like nothing, but in a cleanroom or controlled environment, even microscopic particles can pose serious issues. Add to that the invisible but equally dangerous threat of static electricity, and you’ve got a recipe for potential damage to both workers and sensitive devices.

That’s where ESD Cleanroom Sticky Mats come in.

Dual protection: Contamination control and static dissipation

ESD Cleanroom Sticky Mats are designed for trapping contaminants and dissipating static charges. Each mat features adhesive-coated sheets that capture dust and particles from footwear and equipment as people enter controlled environments. At the same time, the ESD-safe properties of the mats help neutralize electrostatic charges, preventing the possibility of harmful discharges.

By reducing both particulate contamination and static buildup, these mats help maintain compliance with strict cleanroom standards and safeguard sensitive electronics from failure or malfunction.

Supporting workflow and safety

Contamination or static discharge issues can bring operations to a halt. A single electrostatic event can destroy microchips, circuit boards, or medical devices, leading to expensive repairs and delays. Also, airborne or surface-level particles can compromise sterile processes, forcing rework or shutdowns.

ESD Cleanroom Sticky Mats improve workflow efficiency by ensuring a controlled, static-free, and contamination-free entry point into cleanrooms and workspaces. They minimize downtime, reduce defective product rates, and promote a safer, more reliable environment for employees and equipment alike.

Simple, cost-effective, and essential

One of the greatest benefits of ESD Cleanroom Sticky Mats is their simplicity. They require no complex installation or maintenance. Once a sheet is full, it can be peeled away to reveal a fresh, adhesive surface underneath. This ease of use makes them a cost-effective addition to cleanroom protocols, with significant returns in terms of reduced equipment damage, higher productivity, and improved safety.

Final takeaway

ESD Cleanroom Sticky Mats may seem like a small component of a larger cleanroom strategy, but their impact is significant. By capturing contaminants and dissipating static charges, they protect sensitive equipment, preserve product integrity, and create a safer workspace for employees.

For industries that demand precision, reliability, and cleanliness, incorporating ESD Cleanroom Sticky Mats is a simple yet powerful step toward preventing costly issues and ensuring smooth operations. Small investment, big protection.

Content originally from Bertech. Reused here with permission.