2001 CleanRooms Editorial Index

1   Apparel

  • “It's a matter of common sense,” by Brad Whitsel, April p. 46.
  • “Investigation of airborne molecular base and ammonium off-gassed from cleanroom gloves,” by Andrew J. Magenheim, Mike Hansen, June p. 24.
  • “Choosing an apparel service: a checklist,” by Brad Whitsel, July p. 66.
  • “Don't get taken to the cleaners,” by Chris Anderson, Aug. p. 15.
  • “ESD fabrics/garments are stealing the apparel spotlight,” by Sheila Galatowitsch, Aug. p. 22.
  • “These boots are made for workin',” by Laureen Belleville, Aug. p. 30.
  • “Quality and comfort go hand in hand,” by Laureen Belleville, Sept. p. 32.
  • ” The Web finds its way,” by Sheila Galatowitsch, Nov. p. 15.
  • “Apparel services: A good contract is the beginning of a beautiful relationship, by Brad Whitsel, Nov. p. 38.

2   Components/engineering/rooms

  • “Intel delays Colorado fab opening,” by Chris Anderson, Jan. p. 1.
  • “When fan filter units are the right call,” by Sheila Galatowitsch, Jan. p. 17.
  • “Cirrex triples facility size,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Feb. p. 12.
  • “Pulling the chain,” by Hank Hogan, March p. 1.
  • “IBA Food Safety pushes irradiation envelope,” by Chris Andersron, March p. 4.
  • “Telecom industry demands more chip production,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, March p. 18.
  • “Air management techniques can reduce costs and optimize fab performance,” by Richard V. Grout, March p. 34.
  • “Antistatic flooring keeps cleanroom workers grounded,” by Laureen Belleville, March p. 49.
  • “New York, SEMI take stake in high-tech workforce,” by Meg Villeneuve, April p. 1.
  • “Cross contamination in pharmacies,” by Hank Rahe, April p. 10.
  • “Former sneaker factory gets new sole,' by Mark DeSorbo, April p. 12.
  • “Floats like a butterfly, Stings like a bee…What to do about AMC,” by Chris Anderson, April p.15.
  • “Healthcare IAQ: Guidance for infection control,” by Andrew J. Streifel, April p. 22.
  • “Dirt and aspergillus in surgical suite renovation,” by Bruce Knepper, April p. 27.
  • “Daw looks to establish foothold in China,” by Chris Anderson, May p.4.
  • “Out with the laminar flow hoods, in with the cleanrooms,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, May p. 14.
  • “Particles in mirror are bigger than they appear,” by Hank Hogan, May p. 17.
  • “Understanding cleanroom lighting,” by Brian Rener, May p. 24.
  • “Preventing ergonomic-related injuries in laboratories,” by James H. Stewart, May p. 32.
  • “The down side of fibrous filters,” by Robert P. Donovan, June p. 10.
  • “Cleanrooms for rent,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, June p. 14.
  • “Intel takes the lead with first mm lab,” by Meg Villeneuve, July p. 1.
  • “Protocol/CRS merger will be business as usual,” by Meg Villeneuve, July p. 1.
  • “Unique marriage ushers in alternative cleanroom space,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, July p. 4.
  • “Cleanroom firms consider on-site power,” by Victor Neuman, July p. 14.
  • “Stepping boldly into the next frontier,” by Hank Hogan, July p. 17.
  • “Keeping pace with Moore's Law,” by Michael O'Halloran, Dennis Grant, Larry Hennessey and Thomas J. Connolly, July p. 28.
  • “Consortium tests splattering technique,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Aug. p. 1.
  • “Riverboat casino uses clean air technology to create “smoke free” environment,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Aug. p. 24.
  • “Newcomer pulls out all the stops,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Sept. p. 16.
  • “Fingerprinting particles, “automatically”,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Oct. p. 1.
  • “Two cleanroom fire safety protocols accepted by NFPA 318,” by Meg Villeneuve, Oct. p. 1.
  • “What downturn?,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Oct. p. 14.
  • “This Old Cleanroom,” by Hank Hogan, Oct. p. 17.
  • “Retrofit 101: Get the balance right,” by Thomas E. Hansz, Oct. p. 24.
  • “The evolution of AMH S rings in new cleaning challenges,” by Larry Hennessy, Oct. p. 27.
  • “Start-up aims to revolutionize print with electronic ink,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Nov. p. 12.
  • “VHP takes its place in room decontamination,” by Anders Malmborg, Maria Wingre, Philippe Bonfield and Gerald McDonnell, Nov. p. 25.

3   Equipment

  • “New contamination control technologies ready to clean up market,” by Hank Hogan, Jan. p. 1.
  • “When fan filter units are the right call,” by Sheila Galatowitsch, Jan. p. 17.
  • “Air moving systems defined,” by Sheila Galatowitsch, Jan. p. 17.
  • “New ways of thinking about air handling,” by Raj Jaisinghani, Jan. p. 30.
  • “ULPA-When HEPA isn't clean enough,” by Laureen Belleville, Jan. p. 35.
  • “Aiming to automate sterilization,” by Chris Anderson, Feb. p. 1.
  • “Ever in blue jeans,” by Neil Savage, Feb. p. 15.
  • “Cleanroom vacuums-strength and safety,” by Laureen Belleville, Feb. p. 30.
  • “Blood waste may offer Hepatitis treatment,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, March p. 1.
  • “Air quality questionable for take-off,” by Sheila Galatowitsch, March p. 1.
  • “Pulling the chain,” by Hank Hogan, March p. 1.
  • “DNA: The crystal ball,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, March p. 21.
  • “Using H2O2 to decontaminate biological safety cabinets,” by R. Jones, J. Drake, D. Eagleson, March p. 31.
  • “Air management techniques can reduce costs and optimize fab performance,” by Richard V. Grout, March p. 34.
  • “Antistatic flooring keeps cleanroom workers grounded,” by Laureen Belleville, March p. 49.
  • “ISO 14644-7 open for comment,” by Hank Hogan, April p. 1.
  • “Fabric ventilation ducts targeted for cleanroom use,” by Chris Anderson, April p. 4.
  • “Indecision 2000: Particle counter version,” by Robert P. Donovan, April p. 8.
  • “Floats like a butterfly, Stings like a bee…What to do about AMC,” by Chris Anderson, April p. 15.
  • “The remarkable fibrous filter,” by Robert P. Donovan, May p. 10.
  • “Device integrity protects pharmacy personnel,” by Hank Rahe, May p. 12.
  • “Understanding cleanroom lighting,” by Brian Rener, May p. 24.
  • “Ceiling grid flexibility key to room reconfigurations,” by Laureen Belleville, May p. 36.
  • “Intel takes the lead with first mm lab,” by Meg Villeneuve, July p. 1.
  • “Industrial filter market growing, but cleanroom segment still cyclical, July p. 1.
  • “Unique marriage ushers in alternative cleanroom space,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, July p. 4.
  • “Membrane filter: Another heavy hitter,” by Robert P. Donovan, July p. 10.
  • “The truth about fabric filters,” by Robert P. Donovan, Aug. p. 10.
  • “Implementing an automated system for environmental monitoring,” by Jeanne E. Moldenhauer and Victoria Galliani, Aug. p. 25.
  • “Minienvironments and barrier isolation technology: Another glimpse into the future?,” by Ken Goldstein, Ph.D. Aug. p. 46.
  • “Megasonic cleaning steps into the spotlight,” by Hank Hogan, Sept. p. 1.
  • “Entegris picks up Atcor, Critical Clean Solutions,” by Chris Anderson, Sept. p. 1.
  • “Cross-flow membrane filtration,” by Robert P. Donovan, Sept. p. 10.
  • “Closed systems contain estrogen “dust”,” by Hank Rahe, Sept. p. 14.
  • “Facility monitoring systems validation-A practical approach,” by Mike Gough, Sept. p. 28
  • “Fingerprinting particles, “automatically”,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Oct. p. 1.
  • “Beaming with sterility,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Oct. p. 4.
  • “Particle-fluid separation without filters,” by Robert P. Donovan, Oct. p. 10.
  • “The evolution of AMH S rings in new cleaning challenges,” by Larry Hennessy, Oct. p. 27.
  • “EN 1822: the standard that greatly impacted the European cleanrooms market,” by Thomas Schroth and Dr. Thomas Caesar, Oct. p. 36.
  • “Minienvironments in America: What a long, strange trip it's been,” by Ken Goldstein, Oct. p. 66.
  • “Food inspection moves toward automation,” by Hank Hogan, Nov. p. 1.
  • “Contamination control technology employed at Ground Zero,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Nov. p. 1.
  • Connectivity: The next great aid in 300-mm contamination control?,” by Meg Villeneuve, Nov. p. 4.
  • “Non-filtration, particle-fluid separations,” by Robert P. Donovan, Nov. p. 8.
  • ” The Web finds its way,” by Sheila Galatowitsch, Nov. p. 15.
  • “VHP takes its place in room decontamination,” by And

    4   Monitors and instruments

    • “Utilizing environmental monitoring data to implement a cleaning and disinfection program,” by Art Vellutato Jr., Jan. p. S10.
    • “New ways of thinking about air handling,” by Raj Jaisinghani, Jan. p. 30.
    • “Molecular contaminants: On the radar screen at last,” by Robert P. Donovan, Feb. p. 8.
    • “New thinking on leak testing of isolator half-suits and waste containers,” by Thomas P. Burns, Feb. p. 24.
    • “Air management techniques can reduce costs and optimize fab performance,” by Richard V. Grout, March p. 34.
    • “Photoresist removal method has huge implications,” by Chris Anderson, April p. 4.
    • “Indecision 2000: Particle counter version,” by Robert P. Donovan, April p. 8.
    • “Floats like a butterfly, Stings like a bee…What to do about AMC,” by Chris Anderson, April p.15.
    • “Dirt and aspergillus in surgical suite renovation,” by Bruce Knepper, April p. 27.
    • “Investigation of airborne molecular base and ammonium off-gassed from cleanroom gloves,” by Andrew J. Magenheim, Mike Hansen, June p. 24.
    • “Protocol/CRS merger will be business as usual,” by Meg Villeneuve, July p. 1.
    • “Stepping boldly into the next frontier,” by Hank Hogan, July p. 17.
    • “Implementing an automated system for environmental monitoring,” by Jeanne E. Moldenhauer and Victoria Galliani, Aug. p. 25.
    • “Facility monitoring systems validation-A practical approach,” by Mike Gough, Sept. p. 28
    • “Containment strategy is a moving target,” by Hank Rahe, Oct. p. 12.

    5   Services

    • “Cleanroom packaging films: Beyond clean,” by Stephen W. Van Someren, Feb. p. 22.
    • “Daw looks to establish foothold in China,” by Chris Anderson, May p. 4.
    • “Protocol/CRS merger will be business as usual,” by Meg Villeneuve, July p. 1.
    • “Don't get taken to the cleaners,” by Chris Anderson, Aug. p. 15.
    • “Air Liquid acquires Balazs Analytical Lab,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Sept. p. 4.

    6   Supplies

    • “Investigation of airborne molecular base and ammonium off-gassed from cleanroom gloves,” by Andrew J. Magenheim, Mike Hansen, June p. 24.
    • “Texwipe goes to Illinois Tool Works,” by Chris Anderson, July p. 1.
    • “ITW purchases ALMA,” by Meg Villeneuve, Aug. p. 1.
    • “Quality and comfort go hand in hand,” by Laureen Belleville, Sept. p. 32.
    • “Dow throws down the gaunlet,” by Chris Anderson, Oct. p. 1.

    7   Water, chemical and gas systems and equipment

    • “Ammonia gas delivery and high-volume LED production,” by; Jayme Cantu, June S4.
    • “Advances in purifier technology,” by Carrie Wyse, Tadaharu Watanabe, Dan Fraenkel, Robert Torres and Virginia Houlding, June p. S7.
    • “Using H2O2 to decontaminate biological safety cabinets,” by R. Jones, J. Drake, D. Eagleson, March p. 31.
    • “Sieves make catch of the day,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, April p. 4.
    • “Floats like a butterfly, Stings like a bee…What to do about AMC,” by Chris Anderson, April p.15.
    • “The remarkable fibrous filter,” by Robert P. Donovan, May p. 10.
    • “Chipmakers plan for future with H20 reclaim processes,” by Meg Villeneuve, July p. 9.
    • “An evaluation of semiconductor processing fluids,” by Carl Newberg, July p. 33.
    • “Keep it clean with wipers,” by Laureen Belleville, July p. 40.
    • “Air Liquid acquires Balazs Analytical Lab,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Sept. p. 4.
    • “Survey says water bath contamination a risk,” by Hank Hogan, Oct. p. 1.
    • “VHP takes its place in room decontamination,” by Anders Malmborg, Maria Wingre, Philippe Bonfield and Gerald McDonnell, Nov. p. 25.

    8   Semiconductor

    • “Protecting reticles with canaries,” by Lawrence B. Levit and Arnold Steinman, June p. S16.
    • “Intel delays Colorado fab opening,” by Chris Anderson, Jan. p. 1.
    • “The low-cost, fast way to acquire a cleanroom,” by Robert P. Donovan, Jan. p. 8.
    • “Ammonia gas delivery and high-volume LED production,” by; Jayme Cantu, June S4.
    • “Advances in purifier technology,” by Carrie Wyse, Tadaharu Watanabe, Dan Fraenkel, Robert Torres and Virginia Houlding, June p. S7.
    • “An overview of S20.20 ESD control standard and facility certification,” by Michael Brandt, June p. S11.
    • “The birth of a comprehensive static control program,” by Steve Heymann, June p. S15.
    • “Cleanroom protocol require course at VA Tech,” by Sheila Galatowitsch, Feb. p. 1.
    • “Portugal comes clean,” by Hank Hogan, Feb. p. 1.
    • “Ever in blue jeans,” by Neil Savage, Feb. p. 15.
    • “Seagate finds fertile ground in the Steel City,” by Chris Anderson, March, p. 1.
    • “IBM settles cleanroom worker health lawsuit,” by Hank Hogan, March p. 1.
    • “The non-volatile residue monitor,” by Robert P. Donovan, March p. 10.
    • “Air management techniques can reduce costs and optimize fab performance,” by Richard V. Grout, March p. 34.
    • “Antistatic flooring keeps cleanroom workers grounded,” by Laureen Belleville, March p. 49.
    • “Plaintiffs in IBM lawsuit appear on Today show,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, March p. 64.
    • “Plastic superconductor could revolutionize cleanrooms,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, April p.1.
    • “New York, SEMI take stake in high-tech workforce,” by Meg Villeneuve, April p. 1.
    • “Photoresist removal method has huge implications,” by Chris Anderson, April p. 4.
    • “Floats like a butterfly, Stings like a bee…What to do about AMC,” by Chris Anderson, April p.15.
    • “National Semiconductor slapped with EPA fine,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, May p. 1.
    • “Intel seizes opportunity to continue expansion plans, by Meg Villeneuve, May p. 1.
    • “Daw looks to establish foothold in China,” by Chris Anderson, May p. 4.
    • “Understanding cleanroom lighting,” by Brian Rener, May p. 24.
    • “Extreme ultraviolet lithography prototype unveiled,” by Chris Anderson, June p. 1.
    • “Proposed PFOS ban may significantly impact semi industry,” by Meg Villeneuve, June p. 1.
    • “Tweaking cleaning technologies,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, June p. 1.
    • “Semi sales continue their downward spiral; 2H01 may be better,” by Meg Villeneuve, June p. 4.
    • “Time to make hay,” by Michael Levans, June p. 6.
    • “The down side of fibrous filters,” by Robert P. Donovan, June p. 10.
    • “Intel takes the lead with first mm lab,” by Meg Villeneuve, July p. 1.
    • “Entegris looks ahead with plans to expand business offering,” by Meg Villeneuve, July p. 4.
    • “Chipmakers plan for future with H20 reclaim processes,” by Meg Villeneuve, July p. 9.
    • “Membrane filter: Another heavy hitter,” by Robert P. Donovan, July p. 10.
    • “Stepping boldly into the next frontier,” by Hank Hogan, July p. 17.
    • “Keeping pace with Moore's Law,” by Michael O'Halloran, Dennis Grant, Larry Hennessey and Thomas J. Connolly, July p. 28.
    • “An evaluation of semiconductor processing fluids,” by Carl Newberg, July p. 33.
    • “Semi industry still weak,” by Meg Villeneuve, Aug. p. 1.
    • “DPI and Micron look at the future of photomasks,” by Meg Villeneuve, Aug. p. 1.
    • “The truth about fabric filters,” by Robert P. Donovan, Aug. p. 10.
    • “Minienvironments and barrier isolation technology: Another glimpse into the future?,” by Ken Goldstein, Ph.D. Aug. p. 46.
    • “Megasonic cleaning steps into the spotlight,” by Hank Hogan, Sept. p. 1.
    • “Entegris picks up Atcor, Critical Clean Solutions,” by Chris Anderson, Sept. p. 1.
    • “Could China contribute to the next semi downturn?,” by Meg Villeneuve, Sept. p. 1.
    • “Cross-flow membrane filtration,” by Robert P. Donovan, Sept. p. 10.
    • “Newcomer pulls out all the stops,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Sept. p. 16.
    • “Seeing

      9   Life Sciences

      • “Validation: Why is it required, and how much is enough?” by Hank Rahe, Jan. p. S5.
      • “Certifying pharmaceutical cleanrooms,” by Robert E. Chew, Jan p. S6.
      • “Utilizing environmental monitoring data to implement a cleaning and disinfection program,” by Art Vellutato Jr., Jan. p. S10.
      • “Follow the rules,” by Sheila Galatowitsch, Jan p. S24.
      • “China throws book at bad medicine,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Jan. p. 1.
      • “The American way for Europe,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Jan. p. 1.
      • “Take the risk,” by Hank Rahe, Jan. p. 10.
      • “Biotech, infectious diseases fueling growth of biological laboratories,” by Richard C. Knudsen, Ph.D., Jan. p. 12.
      • “Schering-Plough fuels Singapore's life sciences fire,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Feb. p. 1.
      • “Aiming to automate sterilization,” by Chris Anderson, Feb. p. 1.
      • “Education, safe use goals of PDA isolator technical report,” by Chris Anderson, Feb. p. 4.
      • “Protect those who handle pharmaceuticals,” by Hank Rahe, Feb. p. 10.
      • “New thinking on leak testing of isolator half-suits and waste containers,” by Thomas P. Burns, Feb. p. 24.
      • “The practical limits of aseptic processing isolator sterilization,” by Russell Madsen, Feb. p. 50.
      • “Blood waste may offer Hepatitis treatment,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, March p. 1.
      • “Biotech: Form alliances to survive,: by Hank Rahe, March p. 12.
      • “DNA: The crystal ball,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, March p. 21.
      • “Using H2O2 to decontaminate biological safety cabinets,” by R. Jones, J. Drake, D. Eagleson, March p. 31.
      • “China copes with drug woes amid business development,” by mark A. DeSorbo, March p. 41.
      • “Injectables recalled, three injured,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, March p. 65.
      • “Cross contamination in pharmacies,” by Hank Rahe, April p. 10.
      • “Healthcare IAQ: Guidance for infection control,” by Andrew J. Streifel, April p. 22.
      • “Dirt and aspergillus in surgical suite renovation,” by Bruce Knepper, April p. 27.
      • “Drug makers beware, FDA on the prowl,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, May p. 1.
      • “This is not a test,” by Michael Levans, May p. 6.
      • “Device integrity protects pharmacy personnel,” by Hank Rahe, May p. 12.
      • “Understanding cleanroom lighting,” by Brian Rener, May p. 24.
      • “Preventing ergonomic-related injuries in laboratories,” by James H. Steward, May p. 32.
      • “The cost of not providing proper hazard protection,” by Hank Rahe, June p. 12.
      • “Intel takes the lead with first mm lab,” by Meg Villeneuve, July p. 1.
      • “Surface coating kills germs on contact,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, July p. 4.
      • “A sampling plan is the cornerstone of successful exposure assessment,” by Hank Rahe, July p. 12.
      • “Drug maker in FDA hot seat, COO steps down,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Aug. p. 1.
      • “Compound measurement is not simple,” by Hank Rahe, Aug. p. 12.
      • “Minienvironments and barrier isolation technology: Another glimpse into the future?,” by Ken Goldstein, Ph.D. Aug. p. 46.
      • “Drug recalled for possible HIV contamination,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Sept. p. 1.
      • “Closed systems contain estrogen “dust”,” by Hank Rahe, Sept. p. 14.
      • “Facility monitoring systems validation-A practical approach,” by Mike Gough, Sept. p. 28.
      • “Containment strategy is a moving target,” by Hank Rahe, Oct. p. 12.
      • “This Old Cleanroom,” by Hank Hogan, Oct. p. 17.
      • “Retrofit 101: Get the balance right,” by Thomas E. Hansz, Oct. p. 24.
      • “Fungal contamination prompts diabetes treatment recall,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Nov. p. 1.
      • “FDA approves first nucleic acid test,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Nov. p. 1.
      • “Mislabled raw material containers are the ultimate contamination-control mystery,” by Hank Rahe, Nov. p. 11.
      • “There's no time like the present to prepare,” by Larry Mainers, Nov. p. 22.
      • “VHP takes its place in room decontamination,” by Anders Malmborg, Maria Wingre, Philippe Bonfield and Gerald McDonnell, Nov. p. 25.

      10  Electronics/microelectronics

      • “An overview of S20.20 ESD control standard and facility certification,” by Michael Brandt, June p. S11.
      • “The birth of a comprehensive static control program,” by Steve Heymann, June p. S15.
      • “New 'incubators' aim for high-tech development in Scotland, Ireland,” by Trevor Ledger, Jan. p. 4.
      • “The low-cost, fast way to acquire a cleanroom,” by Robert P. Donovan, Jan. p. 8.
      • “Molecular contaminants: On the radar screen at last,” by Robert P. Donovan, Feb. p. 8.
      • “Cirrex triples facility size,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Feb. p. 12.
      • “The non-volatile residue monitor,” by Robert P. Donovan, March p. 10.
      • “Sieves make catch of the day,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, April p. 4.
      • “Indecision 2000: Particle counter version,” by Robert P. Donovan, April p. 8.
      • “Floats like a butterfly, Stings like a bee…What to do about AMC,” by Chris Anderson, April p.15.
      • “The remarkable fibrous filter,” by Robert P. Donovan, May p. 10.
      • “Out with the laminar flow hoods, in with the cleanrooms,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, May p. 14.
      • “The down side of fibrous filters,” by Robert P. Donovan, June p. 10.
      • “Membrane filter: Another heavy hitter,” by Robert P. Donovan, July p. 10.
      • “The truth about fabric filters,” by Robert P. Donovan, Aug. p. 10.
      • “ESD fabrics/garments are stealing the apparel spotlight,” by Sheila Galatowitsch, Aug. p. 22.
      • “Cross-flow membrane filtration,” by Robert P. Donovan, Sept. p. 10.
      • “Seeing clear on static control,” by Sheila Galatowitsch, Sept. p. 21.
      • “Particle-fluid separation without filters,” by Robert P. Donovan, Oct. p. 10.
      • “This Old Cleanroom,” by Hank Hogan, Oct. p. 17.
      • “Retrofit 101: Get the balance right,” by Thomas E. Hansz, Oct. p. 24.
      • “The evolution of AMH S rings in new cleaning challenges,” by Larry Hennessy, Oct. p. 27.
      • “Non-filtration, particle-fluid separations,” by Robert P. Donovan, Nov. p. 8.
      • “There's no time like the present to prepare,” by Larry Mainers, Nov. p. 22.

      11   Other/emerging applications

      • “Contamination control at critical stages,” by Michael Levans, June p. S3.
      • “New contamination control technologies ready to clean up market,” by Hank Hogan, Jan. p. 1.
      • “First-hand view of a new market,” by Michael Levans, Feb. p. 6.
      • “Keep the faith,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Feb. p. 6.
      • “Air quality questionable for take-off,” by Sheila Galatowitsch, March p. 1.
      • “Buy a cup of coffee for an HVAC contractor,” by Michael Levans, March p. 6.
      • “Training equals compliance-A holistic approach,” by Elaine Kopis, March p. 14.
      • “Too many shades of gray,” by Richard A. Matthews, March p. 82.
      • “New York, SEMI take stake in high-tech workforce,” by Meg Villeneuve, April p. 1.
      • “A spoonful of common sense,” by Michael Levans, April p. 6.
      • “Here's the beef,” by Mark DeSorbo, April p. 6.
      • “Intel seizes opportunity to continue expansion plans, by Meg Villeneuve, May p. 1.
      • “Government aids cleanroom teaching procedures,” by Meg Villeneuve, May p. 1.
      • “This is not a test,” by Michael Levans, May p. 6.
      • “I've got your number,” by Mark DeSorbo, May p. 6.
      • “Particles in mirror are bigger than they appear,” by Hank Hogan, May p. 17.
      • “Cleanrooms are no fun,” by Ken Goldstein, Ph.D., May p. 50.
      • “Proposed PFOS ban may significantly impact semi industry,” by Meg Villeneuve, June p. 1.
      • “Clean research in Singapore gets a boost,” by Hank Hogan, June p. 4.
      • “Time to make hay,” by Michael Levans, June p. 6.
      • “Cleanrooms for rent,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, June p. 14.
      • “Cleanroom management revisited,” by Anne Marie Dixon, June p. 50.
      • “Texwipe goes to Illinois Tool Works,” by Chris Anderson, July p. 1.
      • “Industrial filter market growing, but cleanroom segment still cyclical, July p. 1.
      • “Entegris looks ahead with plans to expand business offering,” by Meg Villeneuve, July p. 4.
      • “We live in interesting times,” by Michael Levans, July p. 6.
      • “Do you really need to keep up with the Joneses?,” July p. 6.
      • “Cleanroom firms consider on-site power,” by Victor Neuman, July p. 14.
      • “Consortium tests splattering technique,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Aug. p. 1.
      • “Semi industry still weak,” by Meg Villeneuve, Aug. p. 1.
      • “ITW purchases ALMA,” by Meg Villeneuve, Aug. p. 1.
      • “Cleanroom “statesman” remembered as customer advocate,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Aug. p. 4.
      • “Envirotainer offers unbroken cool chain for “clean” transportation, Aug. p. 4.
      • “Challenge your suppliers,” by Michael Levans, Aug. p. 6.
      • “Cuff'em and stuff'em,” by Mark DeSorbo, Aug. p. 6.
      • “Air Liquid acquires Balazs Analytical Lab,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Sept. p. 4.
      • “Conference to focus on hurdles facing cleanroom operators in the semi industry,” by Meg Villeneuve, Sept. p. 4.
      • “Change is eternal,” by Michael Levans, Sept. p. 6.
      • “Please pass the crow,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Sept. p. 6.
      • “The contamination control disconnect,” by Richard A. Matthews, Sept. p. 46.
      • “Dow throws down the gaunlet,” by Chris Anderson, Oct. p. 1.
      • “Survey says water bath contamination a risk,” by Hank Hogan, Oct. p. 1.
      • “Two cleanroom fire safety protocols accepted by NFPA 318,” by Meg Villeneuve, Oct. p. 1.
      • “Back from the brink,” by Chris Anderson, Oct. p. 1.
      • “Brooks Automation beefs up corporate profile,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Oct. p. 4.
      • “Doing more with less,” by Michael Levans, Oct. p. 6.
      • “Remember forefathers of science,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Oct. p. 6.
      • “Contamination control technology employed at Ground Zero,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Nov. p. 1.
      • Donaldson applies cleanroom filter technology to fuel cells,” by Chris Anderson, Nov. p. 1.
      • “An ounce of prevention,” by Michael Levans, Nov. p. 6.
      • “You were there,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Nov. p. 6.
      • “Start-up aims to revolutionize print with electronic ink,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Nov. p. 12.
      • ” The Web finds its way,” by Sheila Galatowitsch, Nov. p. 15.
      • “There'

        12   Built to Spec

        • “Cleanroom in a box,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Jan. p. 14.
        • “Cirrex triples facility size,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Feb. p. 12.
        • “Telecom industry demands more chip production,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, March p. 18.
        • “Former sneaker factory gets new sole,' by Mark DeSorbo, April p. 12.
        • “Out with the laminar flow hoods, in with the cleanrooms,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, May p. 14.
        • “Cleanrooms for rent,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, June p. 14.
        • “Cleanroom firms consider on-site power,” by Victor Neuman, July p. 14.
        • “Riverboat casino uses clean air technology to create “smoke free” environment,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Aug. p. 24.
        • “Newcomer pulls out all the stops,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Sept. p. 16.
        • “Start-up aims to revolutionize print with electronic ink,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Nov. p. 12.

        13   Standards/certifications/practices/guidelines

        • “Follow the rules,” by Sheila Galatowitsch, Jan p. S24.
        • “The simple, beautiful details,” by Michael Levans, Jan. p. 6.
        • “An overview of S20.20 ESD control standard and facility certification,” by Michael Brandt, June p. S11.
        • “The birth of a comprehensive static control program,” by Steve Heymann, June p. S15.
        • “Take the risk,” by Hank Rahe, Jan. p. 10.
        • “Cosmetics in cleanrooms….again?,” by Ken Goldstein, Jan. p. 50.
        • “Cleanroom protocol require course at VA Tech,” by Sheila Galatowitsch, Feb. p. 1.
        • “Education, safe use goals of PDA isolator technical report,” by Chris Anderson, Feb. p. 4.
        • “A comprehensive look at contamination control,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Feb. p. 4.
        • “Molecular contaminants: On the radar screen at last,” by Robert P. Donovan, Feb. p. 8.
        • “Protect those who handle pharmaceuticals,” by Hank Rahe, Feb. p. 10.
        • “Ever in blue jeans,” by Neil Savage, Feb. p. 15.
        • “Cleanroom packaging films: Beyond clean,” by Stephen W. Van Someren, Feb. p. 22.
        • “New thinking on leak testing of isolator half-suits and waste containers,” by Thomas P. Burns, Feb. p. 24.
        • “The practical limits of aseptic processing isolator sterilization,” by Russell Madsen, Feb. p. 50.
        • “Fed-Std 209: Sunset on the horizon,” by Kelly Sewell, March p. 4.
        • “Training equals compliance-A holistic approach,” by Elaine Kopis, March p. 14.
        • “Cosmetics in cleanrooms…again? (part 2),” by Ken Goldstein, Ph.D., March p. 16.
        • “Injectables recalled, three injured,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, March p. 65.
        • “ISO 14644-7 open for comment,” by Hank Hogan, April p. 1.
        • “Indecision 2000: Particle counter version,” by Robert P. Donovan, April p. 8.
        • “Healthcare IAQ: Guidance for infection control,” by Andrew J. Streifel, April p. 22.
        • “It's a matter of common sense,” by Brad Whitsel, April p. 46.
        • “National Semiconductor slapped with EPA fine,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, May p. 1.
        • “Preventing ergonomic-related injuries in laboratories,” by James H. Steward, May p. 32.
        • “Hurry up and wait,” by Kelly Sewell, June p. 1.
        • “European contamination control practices tighten across the board,” by Hank Hogan, June p. 4.
        • “Help solve the IEST mystery: A call to action,” by Richard A. Matthews, June p. 6.
        • “Cleanroom management revisited,” by Anne Marie Dixon, June p. 50.
        • “A sampling plan is the cornerstone of successful exposure assessment,” by Hank Rahe, July p. 12.
        • “Choosing an apparel service: a checklist,” by Brad Whitsel, July p. 66.
        • “Compound measurement is not simple,” by Hank Rahe, Aug. p. 12.
        • “Seeing clear on static control,” by Sheila Galatowitsch, Sept. p. 21.
        • “Getting started on S20.20,” by Sheila Galatowitsch, Sept. p. 26.
        • “Two cleanroom fire safety protocols accepted by NFPA 318,” by Meg Villeneuve, Oct. p. 1.
        • “IEST revises military standard,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Oct. p. 4.
        • “EN 1822: the standard that greatly impacted the European cleanrooms market,” by Thomas Schroth and Dr. Thomas Caesar, Oct. p. 36.
        • “Mislabled raw material containers are the ultimate contamination-control mystery,” by Hank Rahe, Nov. p. 11
        • “Apparel services: A good contract is the beginning of a beautiful relationship, by Brad Whitsel, Nov. p. 38.

        14   Europe happenings

        • “The American way for Europe,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Jan. p. 1.
        • “New 'incubators' aim for high-tech development in Scotland, Ireland,” by Trevor Ledger, Jan. p. 4.
        • “Second E. coli scare sparks meat recall,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Jan p. 4.
        • “The greatest form of flattery,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Jan. p. 6.
        • “Portugal comes clean,” by Hank Hogan, Feb. p. 1.
        • “Mad cow disease: A shot heard round the world,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, March p. 8.
        • “The non-volatile residue monitor,” by Robert P. Donovan, March p. 10.
        • “Euro food agency launch slated for 2002,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, April p. 1.
        • “Here's the beef,” by Mark DeSorbo, April p. 6.
        • “CleanRooms Europe: A look ahead,” by Meg Villeneuve, May p. 4.
        • “European leaders forge on, food-safety agency the goal,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, June p. 1.
        • “Tweaking cleaning technologies,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, June p. 1.
        • “European contamination control practices tighten across the board,” by Hank Hogan, June p. 4.
        • “ITW purchases ALMA,” by Meg Villeneuve, Aug. p. 1.
        • “EN 1822: the standard that greatly impacted the European cleanrooms market,” by Thomas Schroth and Dr. Thomas Caesar, Oct. p. 36.

        15   Asia

        • “China throws book at bad medicine,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Jan. p. 1.
        • “Schering-Plough fuels Singapore's life sciences fire,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Feb. p. 1.
        • “China copes with drug woes amid business development,” by M ark A. DeSorbo, March p. 41.
        • “Daw looks to establish foothold in China,” by Chris Anderson, May p.4.
        • “Clean research in Singapore gets a boost,” by Hank Hogan, June p.4.
        • “CleanRooms Asia 2001Conference to focus on microelectronics and life sciences contamination control,” by Meg Villeneuve, June p. 37.
        • “Could China contribute to the next semi downturn?,” by Meg Villeneuve, Sept. p. 1.

        16   Food

        • “Second E. coli scare sparks meat recall,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Jan p. 4.
        • “IBA Food Safety pushes irradiation envelope,” by Chris Andersron, March p. 4.
        • “Mad cow disease: A shot heard round the world,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, March p. 8.
        • “Euro food agency launch slated for 2002,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, April p. 1.
        • “Fabric ventilation ducts targeted for cleanroom use,” by Chris Anderson, April p. 4.
        • “Food issues do not constitute worldwide crisis,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, May p. 1.
        • “European leaders forge on, food-safety agency the goal,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, June p. 1.
        • “Surface coating kills germs on contact,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, July p. 4.
        • “Yolk's on the media, FDA says,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Aug. p. 4.
        • “Ozone food treatment OK'd by FDA,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Sept. p. 1.
        • “Beaming with sterility,” by Mark A. DeSorbo, Oct. p. 4.
        • “Food inspection moves toward automation,” by Hank Hogan, Nov. p. 1.

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