12. February 2026

Maximator Opens New Cleanroom in Nordhausen: Expanding Manufacturing Capabilities for Customer Projects in the Semiconductor Industry

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• New cleanroom expands capabilities for reproducible manufacturing processes and optimizes process strategies for high purity and precision.
• Maximator invests approximately EUR 250,000 in the new production area, creating the foundation for further growth in demanding industries such as semiconductor technology, medical technology, food technology, as well as pharmaceutical technology and biotechnology.
• Industrial technology specialist item supported the planning and implementation.

With the commissioning of its new cleanroom on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, Maximator is strengthening its manufacturing expertise for ultra‑high‑purity high‑pressure components and systems. In the controlled environment, Maximator manufactures its gas compression systems for customer projects in the semiconductor industry. In this way, the Nordhausen‑based technology specialist minimizes particle and contamination risks and creates the basis for reproducible manufacturing processes as well as optimized process strategies.

The cleanroom is designed to also be used in the future for the assembly and acceptance testing of additional assemblies and components in high‑pressure technology, such as pumps or valves. “With the new cleanroom, we are expanding our manufacturing operations with a state‑of‑the‑art infrastructure that enables us to consistently meet even the most demanding customer requirements at a high level of quality – with reliable process safety and guaranteed low particle levels,” explains Dr. Alexander Müller, Managing Director of Maximator GmbH.

Cleanroom Meets Stringent Specifications

The new cleanroom comprises a production area of approximately 60 square meters as well as technical and circulation areas, and is zoned into non‑clean, clean and ultra‑clean areas. A pressure cascade concept of around 30 pascals (Pa), which is monitored manually, ensures the effectiveness of this structure during operation. Pressure differentials are created between the zones so that air flows from the cleaner to the less clean areas, preventing particles from being introduced into critical zones. Access is provided via personnel and material airlocks acting as controlled interfaces. These serve as buffers between the different cleanliness levels, enable regulated processes such as personnel changes or material loading, and prevent direct air and particle exchange between non clean and ultra clean areas when doors are opened. This ensures that conditions for sensitive process steps remain stable and reproducible. The cleanroom meets the requirements of ISO Class 6 in accordance with ISO 14644‑1.

Implementation with Support from item

The project was planned and implemented in cooperation with item. The industrial technology specialist supported Maximator in the planning and construction of the cleanroom structure, the provision of materials, and technical support during implementation. “We would like to thank item for the cooperative partnership and the transparent transfer of know‑how. With specific recommendations regarding requirements and implementation, we were able to set the right course at an early stage and realize the cleanroom structure in a targeted manner,” emphasizes Maximator Managing Director Müller. Jennifer Thor, Area Sales Management at item, adds: “This project could only be implemented so successfully and within such a short time thanks to the exceptionally high level of commitment shown by everyone involved. We are proud to have supported this important future oriented project as a partner.”

Investment in the Site and Future Growth

With the new cleanroom, Maximator is consistently continuing the development of its Nordhausen site. Within a construction period of around four months, an infrastructure was created in which the company invested approximately EUR 250,000. This investment provides the technology expert from Nordhausen with the foundation for further growth in future oriented industries such as semiconductor technology, medical technology, food technology, pharmaceutical and biotechnology, as well as aerospace. “With the ISO Class 6 cleanroom, Maximator is strengthening its position in numerous high‑tech industries – far beyond its existing markets. Wherever low particle levels, process reliability and functional safety are decisive, an ISO‑6‑capable assembly process enables the efficient implementation of proven quality with lower process effort and reduced costs,” underscores project manager Andor Thelen.