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ESD Control in High-Volume Production

June 1, 2026

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In high-volume electronics and semiconductor production, electrostatic discharge is one of the most costly and preventable sources of product failure. A single uncontrolled discharge can damage sensitive components invisibly, causing latent defects that only surface after a product reaches the customer. The ESD control experts at Medco Supplies have put together this guide to help you build a reliable ESD protection program that scales with your product...

Stay Safe with Chemicals

May 2, 2026

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Handling chemicals in your cleanroom, industrial, medical or manufacturing facility requires a sharp eye on safety. According to OSHA, exposure to chemical solvents can cause lung damage, coughing, wheezing, red and itchy eyes, skin rashes, burns, breathing problems, sore throat, headaches and asthma. At Medco Supplies, you can find the proper barriers to protect yourself while you have to handle chemicals in your cleanroom or facility. Be safe by knowi...

How to Avoid Common Mistakes Made with Sticky Mats

April 2, 2026

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In cleanroom entrances, sticky mats are essential components for trapping dust, dirt, and particulates to keep them from spreading inside the cleanroom. Common mistakes made with sticky mats include overusing them until they are no longer sticky and are not properly collecting contaminants, incorrect installation, and buying the wrong kind of adhesive mat for your cleanroom. The sticky mat experts at Medco Supplies have these suggestions to help you av...

ESD Essentials in the Cleanroom

February 26, 2026

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When working with electronics and semiconductor components in a cleanroom environment, electrostatic discharge (ESD) is a very real threat. Everything from dry HEPA filtration to mobile processes to people moving can cause static charges. Having the right ESD supplies, grounded equipment, safe tools, humidity control, antistatic flooring, and grounded furniture is essential for every sensitive cleanroom. Today, the pros at Medco Supplies take on three e...

Disposable Sleeves and Gloves: The Perfect Combo

February 3, 2026

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When preparing for another day of dodging wayward pathogens, penetrating liquids, and problematic carcinogens, you might not need the full coverage of disposable coveralls or frocks. But what should you wear? You already know that PPE guidelines dictate that gloves are the first thing to go on without much thought. But at times like this when you are facing other variables, you may need to step up your coverage and add disposable sleeves to your gloves ...