What is a cleanroom chair?

A cleanroom chair is a specially designed seating solution that minimizes particle emission, prevents contamination and ensures electrostatic safety. Unlike standard laboratory chairs, cleanroom chairs feature a fully closed and hygienic design.

Typical applications include:

• pharmaceutical and GMP production
• biotechnology and life sciences
• microelectronics and semiconductor manufacturing
• cleanroom assembly and quality control

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Fully certified for cleanroom environments

All cleanroom chairs comply with the strictest standards:

• DIN EN ISO 14644-1 – air cleanliness class 3
• Fed Standard 209E class 1
• EN 61340-5-1 – ESD protection
• DIN 68877 – workplace seating safety
• Fraunhofer IPA certification

These certifications ensure safe use in highly controlled environments without contamination risks.

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Hygienic design for minimal contamination

Cleanroom chairs are developed according to strict Hygienic Design principles:

• smooth, closed surfaces
• minimal seams and joints
• fully encapsulated mechanisms
• sealed upholstery systems

This design enables easy cleaning and prevents particle accumulation.

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ESD safety in critical environments

Electrostatic discharge can pose a serious risk in cleanrooms. Therefore, all chairs are:

• fully electrically conductive
• compliant with EN 61340-5-1
• suitable for ESD-sensitive applications

This ensures protection of both products and equipment.

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Which cleanroom chair should you choose?

The right choice depends on usage duration, budget and working height:

Cleanroom Texon – premium solution

The Texon range offers maximum ergonomics, superior cleanability and award-winning design. Ideal for intensive use and critical environments.

Cleanroom Basic – cost-effective solution

The Basic range provides a reliable and affordable option while still meeting all essential cleanroom requirements.

Cleanroom stools – flexibility and mobility

Stools are ideal for short tasks and applications where mobility is key. Also available as ergonomic saddle stools.

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Matching seating to work height

Correct seat height is essential for ergonomic working conditions:

• Work height ± 80 cm → low models with castors
• 90 – 110 cm → models with footring
• > 110 cm → high models with glides or braking castors

General rule: seat height = work height minus 20–25 cm.

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Ergonomics and comfort

In addition to cleanroom compliance, ergonomic performance is essential:

• support for a natural sitting posture
• dynamic seating with synchronous mechanisms
• optimal pressure distribution

This reduces fatigue and increases productivity during long working hours.

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A durable long-term investment

• 10-year warranty
• high-quality materials
• long service life

Bimos cleanroom chairs are designed for intensive use with a low total cost of ownership.