Cleanroom Technology Summit Held in Shanghai, Powering High-End Manufacturing Upgrade

Recently, the Cleanroom Industry Technology Exchange Summit was successfully held in Shanghai. Experts and enterprise representatives from the field gathered to discuss technological innovations and future development trends, injecting new momentum into the upgrading of high-end manufacturing industries such as semiconductors, biopharmaceuticals, and new energy.

A cleanroom is a specially designed environment that effectively removes particles, harmful gases, bacteria, and other pollutants from the air, while maintaining strict control over temperature, humidity, cleanliness, airflow, noise, lighting, and static electricity. As the “lifeline” of high-end manufacturing, the classification and operational stability of cleanrooms directly impact product yield, especially in cutting-edge fields like semiconductor chip fabrication and biopharmaceuticals, where cleanliness standards have reached the nanoscale.

Experts at the summit noted that China’s cleanroom industry is undergoing a critical transition from “scale expansion” to “quality improvement.” The adoption of emerging technologies such as 5G, AI, and quantum computing demands higher levels of intelligence and energy efficiency in cleanrooms. Meanwhile, the rapid development of the biopharmaceutical sector continues to drive advances in biosafety and process adaptability. Industry data shows that China’s cleanroom market exceeded 80 billion RMB in 2024 and is expected to reach 95 billion RMB in 2025, with intelligent cleanrooms accounting for over 40% of the total.

During the technology innovation session, several companies showcased their latest achievements. One leading domestic solution provider introduced an “Intelligent Sensing Cleanroom Control System,” which uses IoT sensors and AI algorithms to enable real-time monitoring and precise adjustment of environmental parameters. The system not only improves cleanliness control to Class 1 standards but also reduces energy consumption by approximately 20%, effectively addressing industry challenges such as high energy use and delayed response in traditional cleanrooms. Additionally, new antibacterial panels, high-efficiency low-resistance filters, and other materials are further enhancing the stability and service life of cleanrooms.

Looking ahead, the cleanroom industry is moving toward greater intelligence, energy efficiency, and customization. Smart technologies will be integrated throughout the design, construction, and operation processes, shifting environmental control from passive response to active prediction. Tailored solutions for different industries will become mainstream, helping sectors like semiconductors and biopharmaceuticals overcome production environment bottlenecks. At the same time, as green and low-carbon concepts gain traction, energy-saving cleanroom technologies will continue to evolve, supporting sustainable industrial development.

The summit provided an important platform for industry exchange and collaboration, helping to build consensus and drive innovation. The industry is confident that with supportive policies, technological breakthroughs, and market demand, China’s cleanroom sector will achieve high-quality development and continue to safeguard the progress of high-end manufacturing.