Different levels of contamination control are required across manufacturing, depending on the sensitivity of the application. In semiconductor fabrication, lithium-ion battery production, and high-precision aerospace components, stricter contamination control measures help maintain product integrity.

For example, sensitive navigation equipment in aerospace missiles requires shielding from electrostatic discharge (ESD) to function properly. In lithium-ion battery manufacturing, even microscopic contamination like skin cells or exhaled particles can impact performance, potentially leading to long-term degradation or failure. In automotive manufacturing, the level of control varies widely. While EV and battery production demand cleaner environments to prevent particulate contamination, traditional assembly processes—like attaching a chassis—do not require the same stringent controls. However, painting and powder coating processes still benefit from static control and contamination reduction to ensure a smooth, durable finish.

Safety Managers play a key role in identifying critical control points within their workflows—whether that means implementing ESD-safe measures, reducing airborne contaminants in precision applications, or selecting the right PPE—to mitigate risks and maintain product quality.

Discover how PIP® works with Safety Managers in the Aerospace and Automotive sectors to provide the right solutions for unique environments and needs.

Electronic devices are advancing to new levels of performance and efficiency, driven by innovations in semiconductors, nanotechnology, and advanced high-density circuitry.

Behind these breakthroughs are carefully controlled manufacturing environments, where precision at the submicron level is essential to production.

As the manufacturing landscape evolves, PIP® partners with Safety Managers across all sectors of Electronic Device Manufacturing, delivering customizable PPE solutions tailored for cutting-edge environments where science and technology converge.