R AND D CLEAN OR PRODUCTION CLEAN,

Abstract

The basic requirements of a production oriented facility and an R and D facility are considerably different in many respects. Although the same 'building blocks' are used insofar as construction materials are concerned, the design layout and utilization of the facilities differ markedly. Not only are the material and personnel movements different, the training of the personnel is dissimilar. The relative advantages and disadvantages of both are discussed as well as the related construction costs. The importance of an R and D clean room is directly related to the potential profits that a company can earn in production. Top management is directly responsible. (Author)