Compressed Air Non-Viable Particle Count
In regulated environments such as cleanrooms, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and food processing, compressed air is often in direct or indirect contact with products. Ensuring the air is free of particulate contamination is critical to maintaining product quality and complying with industry regulations. Our Compressed Air Non-Viable Particle Count testing service measures the concentration and size distribution of non-viable (inert) particles present in compressed air systems. These particles, while not microbial, can still pose serious risks to product integrity and process reliability.
Why Non-Viable Particle Testing Matters
Even though non-viable particles do not carry biological activity, they can:
✅ Act as carriers for viable (microbial) contamination
✅ Compromise sterility in cleanroom environments
✅ Affect the performance of sensitive equipment
✅ Lead to regulatory non-compliance
What We Measure
Our testing adheres to ISO 8573-4 and cleanroom classification standards like ISO 14644-1. We assess:
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Particle sizes typically ≥0.1 µm, 0.5 µm, and 5.0 µm
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Total particle count per cubic meter of air
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Compliance with your facility’s cleanroom classification
Testing Methods
We use high-precision particle counters with isokinetic sampling probes designed for compressed air systems. Testing can be performed at:
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Point of use (end of the compressed air line)
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Directly within production environments
Industries Served
✔ Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
✔ Biotechnology and Cleanrooms
✔ Food & Beverage Processing
✔ Medical Device Manufacturing
✔ Electronics & Semiconductors
Compliant With:
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ISO 8573-4 (Compressed Air Purity Standards)
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(Cleanroom Classification) -
WHO GMP
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USFDA Guidelines
Protect your products, processes, and reputation. Ensure your compressed air is particle-free.
👉 Contact us today to schedule your Compressed Air Non-Viable Particle Count Test.