In Spanish, two terms are often used when referring to controlled environments: sala blanca and sala limpia. While they are sometimes used interchangeably, there is a subtle distinction based on the level of regulatory requirements and the specific industry.
Both terms refer to enclosed spaces designed to control airborne particle concentration, as well as parameters like temperature, humidity, and pressure. The goal is always to protect sensitive processes from contamination. The term sala limpia is more general and aligns with the international ISO 14644 standards, which classify cleanrooms according to particle count in the air. This concept applies across many sectors, including electronics, food processing, and laboratories.
The term sala blanca, however, is commonly used in pharmaceutical, medical, and biotech environments, where contamination control also includes microbiological safety and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) compliance. In English, both concepts fall under the term cleanroom, although terms like GMP cleanroom or sterile cleanroom are often used to refer to higher-specification environments.
At IS CLEAN ROOMS, we design and build both types of controlled environments, offering tailored solutions that meet the specific regulatory and technical requirements of each sector.
