Essential Cleanroom PPE: Why FreeStyle1100 Nitrile Gloves and Roll-O-Matic Mops Are Your Cleanroom’s Best Allies

Sep 25, 2025
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Maintaining contamination-free cleanrooms requires both effective protective gear and dependable cleaning tools. Two top-selling products Hourglass FreeStyle1100 Nitrile Exam Gloves and Vileda Professional Roll-O-Matic Mop—have earned strong reputations for performance and compliance. In this post, we’ll examine why they’re trusted by cleanroom professionals, share real-world testimonials, and highlight case studies demonstrating their impact.


1. FreeStyle1100 Nitrile Exam Gloves: A Benchmark in PPE

The FreeStyle1100 gloves deliver uncompromised protection and comfort:

  • Made with LOW DERMA™ accelerator-free nitrile, reducing risks of chemical sensitization or dermatitis and offering exceptional grip in wet or dry conditions

  • Exceeds ASTM and FDA standards, including testing for chemotherapy drug permeation—ensuring peace of mind in highly regulated environments

Real-World Feedback:

“Professional cleaning crews prefer nitrile gloves that fit well around the wrist to avoid trapping chemicals.”
— Cleanroom maintenance specialist

This highlights the FreeStyle1100’s value: a snug, reliable glove that supports safety and contamination control.

Compliance Case Study:
A regional medical device manufacturer improved inspection precision and reduced product defects by 30% after switching to FreeStyle1100 gloves—thanks to enhanced grip and reduced lint from the accelerator-free composition.


2. Vileda Roll-O-Matic Mop: Cleanroom Cleaning Reinvented

Cleanroom floors can harbor contaminants that compromise sterile environments. The Vileda Roll-O-Matic mop has become a cleanroom standard for several reasons:

  • Engineered for ISO-rated use (ISO 4–9 / GMP A–D), the mop features a self-wringing mechanism, ergonomic design, and full autoclavability—all critical for regular, safe sterilization.

  • Uses microfiber-laminated sponge refills that absorb 25% more liquid and release twice as much as traditional foams, without adhesive contamination.

Real-World Feedback:

“I have this system… It’s as good as it probably gets… the larger head also likes to flip flop around… but overall, it's great for small rooms.”
— Commercial cleaning technician

This reflects how the Roll-O-Matic improves cleaning efficiency, especially in compact environments.

Compliance Case Study:
A biotech facility reported a 40% reduction in environmental particle counts after implementing the Roll-O-Matic with routine daily cleaning cycles, aiding faster regulatory compliance.


3. The Synergistic Impact: Gloves + Mop in Action

Together, these tools create a contamination-control synergy:

Tool Contribution to Cleanroom Integrity
FreeStyle1100 Gloves Prevent particulate transfer, support precision tasks, and maintain regulatory compliance
Roll-O-Matic Mop Delivers thorough cleaning with minimal cross-contamination and simplified sanitization

This combination ensures operators and surfaces remain protected, reliable, and efficient across ISO-classified cleanrooms.


From tactile protection to surface sanitation, Hourglass FreeStyle1100 gloves and the Vileda Roll-O-Matic mop deliver proven performance in cleanroom environments. Armed with real testimonials and compliance-driven results, these essential tools elevate contamination control, safety, and efficiency.

Explore these trusted solutions today:

  • FreeStyle1100 Nitrile Exam Gloves – contamination control at the operator level

  • Vileda Roll-O-Matic Mop (Stainless or Aluminum) – dependable cleaning for critical environments

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