Cleanroom + ESD: Practical Furniture Solutions for Controlled Environments 16.6.2025 |

Are your cleanroom furniture choices actually protecting your process—or just checking a box?

In high-tech industries, controlled environments are the standard—not the exception. Whether you're assembling circuit boards, packaging medical devices, or building aerospace systems, contamination control and electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection are critical. But not every cleanroom needs to be sterile, and not every workspace needs to be stainless steel.

This article will help you understand what controlled environments like ISO Class 6–8 cleanrooms really need, what to avoid, and how Treston’s cleanroom-ready, ESD-safe furniture (such as cleanroom benches and accessories) delivers exactly what your process requires, without overengineering or overspending.

Cleanrooms Aren’t All the Same (And Neither are the Furniture Needs)

Cleanrooms are rated by how many particles are allowed per cubic meter of air. Classes 6 through 8 cover the majority of cleanrooms in industries like:

• Electronics assembly and testing
• Aerospace component manufacturing
• Life sciences research and development
• Medical device packaging and inspection
• Optics and precision instrument assembly

These spaces prioritize particle control, but don’t demand sterile conditions. They typically do not require stainless steel, hermetically sealed workstations, or the extreme specs of Class 4 or 5 cleanrooms. This is where Treston’s cleanroom furniture excels—offering the right level of cleanliness, durability, and ESD protection for most real-world applications.

Treston Cleanroom Furniture: Certified, Practical, and Cost-Effective

"If it’s not stainless steel, how can it be cleanroom-safe?"

Many people still assume cleanroom furniture has to be stainless. But for ISO Class 6, 7, and 8 environments, that simply isn’t the case.

Treston cleanroom tables and benches are made from sealed, powder-coated steel and tested by a third-party lab for cleanroom compatibility. They're:

• Durable and corrosion-resistant
• Easy to clean with standard cleanroom wipes and disinfectants
• Designed to reduce particle accumulation
• Certified for use in cleanroom environments

And if you’re working toward more sterile conditions—like Class 5 or cleaner—we’re happy to consult on solutions that meet those needs too.

Built for Clean Use (and Daily Use!)

“Will powder-coated surfaces chip or degrade in cleanroom environments?”

Not ours. Treston’s ESD-safe powder coating is engineered to hold up under repeated cleaning, wear, and chemical exposure. It passes industry-standard adhesion and abrasion tests and resists particle shedding over time. 

Our cleanroom work benches are designed for long-term performance in production environments where durability matters just as much as cleanliness. And they're certified for cleanroom use by an independent third-party lab.

View our cleanroom certificates

Dual Protection: ESD + Cleanroom Compliance

Many controlled environments—especially in electronics, aerospace, optics, and medical devices—require cleanroom control and static protection. A single electrostatic discharge can damage sensitive components even in a particle-controlled space.

Treston’s cleanroom furniture solves both challenges with:

• ESD-safe powder coatings
• Grounding points and wrist strap jacks
• ANSI/ESD S20.20-2021 compliance
• Modular configurations for EPA zones

This dual-purpose protection simplifies facility planning and gives you peace of mind that both particle and static risks are addressed.

Cleanroom Furniture Without Overkill

“Do I need ISO Class 5-level furnishings to be safe?”
For most production environments, no. Treston focuses on cleanroom furniture that’s ideal for Class 6–8 settings—spaces that value cleanliness, but don’t require the most extreme measures.

These include:

• High-volume electronics manufacturing
• Aerospace subsystem assembly
• Life sciences and diagnostics labs
• Medical device packaging and testing

Treston offers a smart, cost-conscious alternative with:

• Certified cleanroom work benches and tables
• ESD-safe materials and components
• Ergonomic, modular designs
• Shorter lead times and flexible configurations

You get what you need—without paying for features you don’t.

Modular Doesn’t Mean Compromised

“Can modular furniture really work in cleanrooms?”
Absolutely. Treston’s modular cleanroom tables and accessories are designed to meet cleanroom standards without sacrificing adaptability or ergonomics.

Our cleanroom-ready furniture supports:

• Fast reconfiguration for process changes
• Adjustable heights and accessories for ergonomic support
• Cleanroom-compatible shelves, drawers, lighting, and power options

It’s flexibility with compliance built in.

Planning a Cleanroom or ESD Area?

Whether you're expanding a lab, updating a production area, or launching a new line, your cleanroom table and furniture choices matter. Treston can help you:

• Assess both ESD and cleanroom requirements
• Plan layouts and EPA zones
• Select modular accessories and grounding setups
• Provide documentation for compliance and audits

Explore our full range of benches and workstations to find the right fit for your team and application.

Let’s Talk About Your Cleanroom Workspace

Have questions about outfitting your cleanroom or EPA zone? Our team can help you choose certified furniture that meets your specs, without overcomplicating your setup.

Contact us today to get started.