# Latest **URL:** https://forum.esda.org/latest.md [Latest](https://forum.esda.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.esda.org/categories.md) --- ## [ESD Shoe testing](https://forum.esda.org/t/esd-shoe-testing/970)
**Author:** [@Insula](https://forum.esda.org/u/Insula)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2026, 10:17am UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/esd-shoe-testing/970 "2026-09-23T10:17:21Z")
I had the pleasure to analyze ESD testing data for shoes in a big electronics plant. I was shocked to see that the operators on average spent 15 min daily on waiting for failed tests to pass and on re-testing. Does anyo… --- ## [Improve ESD Floor Mat Point-to-Ground Resistance](https://forum.esda.org/t/improve-esd-floor-mat-point-to-ground-resistance/1462)
**Author:** [@SarbanR](https://forum.esda.org/u/SarbanR)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2026, 11:34am UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/improve-esd-floor-mat-point-to-ground-resistance/1462 "2026-09-19T11:34:28Z")
Hello All Experts, We are using ESD anti-fatigue floor mats at a few standing workstations. However, after continuous use for approximately one year, the point-to-ground resistance of some mats has increased to \>10⁹Ω wh… --- ## [ESD Gloves/Finger Cots](https://forum.esda.org/t/esd-gloves-finger-cots/1437)
**Author:** [@joshsvoboda](https://forum.esda.org/u/joshsvoboda)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2026, 12:47pm UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/esd-gloves-finger-cots/1437 "2026-09-17T12:47:01Z")
When ordering ESD gloves I have noticed that some vendors state that the gloves are ANSI rated while others may just state that the gloves are anti-static. The gloves are used in our electronics assembly process direct… --- ## [Discussion on the Issue of Replacing ESD Human Impedance Tester with Static Dissipation Balls at the Workshop Entrance](https://forum.esda.org/t/discussion-on-the-issue-of-replacing-esd-human-impedance-tester-with-static-dissipation-balls-at-the-workshop-entrance/1487)
**Author:** [@Lan-Snow](https://forum.esda.org/u/Lan-Snow)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2026, 5:31am UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/discussion-on-the-issue-of-replacing-esd-human-impedance-tester-with-static-dissipation-balls-at-the-workshop-entrance/1487 "2026-09-17T05:31:22Z")
Dear esteemed experts At present, there are numerous adverse situations in the industry where people demand to replace the human body static electricity comprehensive testing instrument at the workshop entrance with ele… --- ## [ESD Floor Tiles decay test](https://forum.esda.org/t/esd-floor-tiles-decay-test/1494)
**Author:** [@RAVINDRAN](https://forum.esda.org/u/RAVINDRAN)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2026, 8:15pm UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/esd-floor-tiles-decay-test/1494 "2026-09-16T20:15:41Z")
Dear John, What is the test method to perform decay on conductive vinyl tiles? --- ## [Interpretation ambiguity in the standard for wrist strap grounding systems in standing working positions](https://forum.esda.org/t/interpretation-ambiguity-in-the-standard-for-wrist-strap-grounding-systems-in-standing-working-positions/1482)
**Author:** [@Lan-Snow](https://forum.esda.org/u/Lan-Snow)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2026, 8:12am UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/interpretation-ambiguity-in-the-standard-for-wrist-strap-grounding-systems-in-standing-working-positions/1482 "2026-09-15T08:12:00Z")
Dear Experts Because ESD S20.20 and manual TR20.20 require standing work to be selected from two options, there are no details and more clear explanations, which leads to the understanding of the industry training in… --- ## [Walking Test Requirement for \<50V CDM](https://forum.esda.org/t/walking-test-requirement-for-50v-cdm/1478)
**Author:** [@SarbanR](https://forum.esda.org/u/SarbanR)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2026, 4:08am UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/walking-test-requirement-for-50v-cdm/1478 "2026-09-11T04:08:40Z")
Hello All ESD Experts, We would like to seek your technical guidance regarding the walking test requirement in relation to a \<50V CDM requirement. Previously, when our applicable CDM requirement was \<200V, as per the E… --- ## [Is ANSI/ ESD S20.20-2021 ready for AI?](https://forum.esda.org/t/is-ansi-esd-s20-20-2021-ready-for-ai/1481)
**Author:** [@rose25](https://forum.esda.org/u/rose25)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2026, 10:33pm UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/is-ansi-esd-s20-20-2021-ready-for-ai/1481 "2026-09-09T22:33:58Z")
Hello Experts, good day. would like to know if there are related topics on AI and how ESD affect AI and measures to control. thank you. --- ## [Advice on achieving CDM \< 100V](https://forum.esda.org/t/advice-on-achieving-cdm-100v/1485)
**Author:** [@okjack](https://forum.esda.org/u/okjack)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2026, 12:17pm UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/advice-on-achieving-cdm-100v/1485 "2026-09-09T12:17:02Z")
Hello everyone I am currently working on a design that requires the CDM (Charged Device Model) ESD level to be kept within 100V. Could you please share your recommendations on what measures are most effective to achiev… --- ## [Discussion on the Differences in Testing Epoxy Resin Flooring Using Different Electrodes](https://forum.esda.org/t/discussion-on-the-differences-in-testing-epoxy-resin-flooring-using-different-electrodes/1440)
**Author:** [@tingjunyang](https://forum.esda.org/u/tingjunyang)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2026, 6:10pm UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/discussion-on-the-differences-in-testing-epoxy-resin-flooring-using-different-electrodes/1440 "2026-09-08T18:10:01Z")
Today I observed an unusual phenomenon. Our company uses epoxy resin flooring throughout the building. On the second floor, when using a rough‑textured conductive rubber base electrode , the resistance measurements are c… --- ## [The seat conformity verification can involve personnel sitting on it and being tested using the force of their own gravity](https://forum.esda.org/t/the-seat-conformity-verification-can-involve-personnel-sitting-on-it-and-being-tested-using-the-force-of-their-own-gravity/1447)
**Author:** [@YANGYANG](https://forum.esda.org/u/YANGYANG)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 7, 2026, 3:11am UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/the-seat-conformity-verification-can-involve-personnel-sitting-on-it-and-being-tested-using-the-force-of-their-own-gravity/1447 "2026-09-07T03:11:30Z")
Dear experts， In our company’s workplace, adjustable seats were used. When the electrodes were placed normally, the impedance test between the seat and the ground failed. However, when people sat on the seat with a heav… --- ## [Product Qualification Test & Compliance Verfication Test](https://forum.esda.org/t/product-qualification-test-compliance-verfication-test/295)
**Author:** [@esdtekniks](https://forum.esda.org/u/esdtekniks)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 25, 2026, 12:58am UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/product-qualification-test-compliance-verfication-test/295 "2026-08-25T00:58:54Z")
Dear ESDA Experts / working committee, Greetings of the day from India Your guidance will be of great assistance to me for the reason that; As a Third party Compliance Test Auditor (with all the required Testing Instru… --- ## [Voltage Generation and Floor Resistance](https://forum.esda.org/t/voltage-generation-and-floor-resistance/1452)
**Author:** [@Alex](https://forum.esda.org/u/Alex)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2026, 4:59pm UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/voltage-generation-and-floor-resistance/1452 "2026-08-22T16:59:59Z")
I performed measurements on the ESD epoxy floor. The floor shows good resistance to ground and good point-to-point resistance. However, when performing the walking test, the voltages increase to above 200 volts. We repl… --- ## [Measurement method for PED-718- ESD Event Detector](https://forum.esda.org/t/measurement-method-for-ped-718-esd-event-detector/1455)
**Author:** [@SarbanR](https://forum.esda.org/u/SarbanR)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2026, 3:46pm UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/measurement-method-for-ped-718-esd-event-detector/1455 "2026-08-22T15:46:28Z")
Hello ESD Experts, We have an ESD Event Detector (PED-718), however the measurement method for this equipment is not clearly defined anywhere in our ESD standards. For example, ANSI/ESD TR53 provides the measurement met… --- ## [Question on System Resistance Control for Anti‑Static Finger Cots](https://forum.esda.org/t/question-on-system-resistance-control-for-anti-static-finger-cots/1450)
**Author:** [@qinzirong](https://forum.esda.org/u/qinzirong)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2026, 6:19am UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/question-on-system-resistance-control-for-anti-static-finger-cots/1450 "2026-08-21T06:19:16Z")
Our company is an enterprise engaged in SMT and assembly processing of electronic products. For standing operators in the workshop, static charge is dissipated via the anti‑static shoe‑floor system without wrist straps b… --- ## [Grounding system compliance verification](https://forum.esda.org/t/grounding-system-compliance-verification/1434)
**Author:** [@rose25](https://forum.esda.org/u/rose25)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2026, 12:54am UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/grounding-system-compliance-verification/1434 "2026-08-19T00:54:51Z")
Hi Experts, would like to seek clarification regarding compliance verification of grounding systems. it says in S20.20 that compliance verification of grounding system is not required however, as I checked in S6.1 secti… --- ## [How Are You Managing Facility Compliance Across Multiple Locations?](https://forum.esda.org/t/how-are-you-managing-facility-compliance-across-multiple-locations/1435)
**Author:** [@dagoberto](https://forum.esda.org/u/dagoberto)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2026, 1:21pm UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/how-are-you-managing-facility-compliance-across-multiple-locations/1435 "2026-08-14T13:21:38Z")
We’re reviewing different approaches to facility compliance management, especially in environments where ESD protection, safety procedures, inspections, and regular audits are critical. For organizations operating multi… --- ## [Query Regarding CDM Requirements](https://forum.esda.org/t/query-regarding-cdm-requirements/1422)
**Author:** [@SarbanR](https://forum.esda.org/u/SarbanR)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2026, 9:09pm UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/query-regarding-cdm-requirements/1422 "2026-08-13T21:09:11Z")
Hello Experts, Greetings! I have a few questions regarding the revised CDM requirement and would appreciate your help in clearing my doubts. Our customer has revised the CDM requirement from \<200V to \<50 V considerin… --- ## [Product qualification Item classification](https://forum.esda.org/t/product-qualification-item-classification/1431)
**Author:** [@Gabriela](https://forum.esda.org/u/Gabriela)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2026, 10:54am UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/product-qualification-item-classification/1431 "2026-08-09T10:54:38Z")
Hello ESD Experts, Equipment such as the SCS 770758 Dual Combination Tester or EMIT SmartLog Pro 2 is used for the daily verification of personnel grounding devices, including footwear and wrist straps. Would these tes… --- ## [Personnel Grounding](https://forum.esda.org/t/personnel-grounding/1419)
**Author:** [@rose25](https://forum.esda.org/u/rose25)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2026, 1:18pm UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/personnel-grounding/1419 "2026-08-06T13:18:13Z")
Hi Experts, I would like to inquire: if I am using a continuous wrist strap monitor and maintain less than 1.2 megohms resistance to ground, do I still need to include a tailoring statement? thanks in advance. --- ## [Grounding/Equipotential Bonding Requirements](https://forum.esda.org/t/grounding-equipotential-bonding-requirements/1407)
**Author:** [@Sameer](https://forum.esda.org/u/Sameer)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2026, 2:25pm UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/grounding-equipotential-bonding-requirements/1407 "2026-08-04T14:25:39Z")
Dear all: My company is located in China. In our company, for each piece of equipment, in addition to requiring electrical grounding, an extra static grounding connection is also necessary. In this background, I have so… --- ## [Questions on ESD Practices and Safety](https://forum.esda.org/t/questions-on-esd-practices-and-safety/892)
**Author:** [@ali](https://forum.esda.org/u/ali)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2026, 4:02pm UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/questions-on-esd-practices-and-safety/892 "2026-08-03T16:02:11Z")
Hi all, I’m new to this forum and ESD concept :grin: I’m looking to improve my understanding of ESD safety practices and procedures. I have a few questions and would greatly appreciate your insights: In an EPA, if a … --- ## [Walking voltage of the human body](https://forum.esda.org/t/walking-voltage-of-the-human-body/1424)
**Author:** [@Sameer](https://forum.esda.org/u/Sameer)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2026, 2:32pm UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/walking-voltage-of-the-human-body/1424 "2026-08-03T14:32:34Z")
Hello everyone, I have a question regarding the walking voltage of the human body. The surface resistance and grounding resistance of our EPA floor meet the ESD standards, and the personnel shoes also meet the requiremen… --- ## [May I seek advice on matters relating to the application of wireless anti-static wrist straps?](https://forum.esda.org/t/may-i-seek-advice-on-matters-relating-to-the-application-of-wireless-anti-static-wrist-straps/1417)
**Author:** [@Lucy](https://forum.esda.org/u/Lucy)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2026, 7:29pm UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/may-i-seek-advice-on-matters-relating-to-the-application-of-wireless-anti-static-wrist-straps/1417 "2026-07-28T19:29:16Z")
If an operator is required to operate multiple pieces of equipment and performs mobile work, meaning only wireless wrist straps can be worn, while wired wrist straps pose a hazard due to the risk of being caught in the e… --- ## [Assembly/Progressive Line ESD Controls](https://forum.esda.org/t/assembly-progressive-line-esd-controls/1408)
**Author:** [@Zanderson](https://forum.esda.org/u/Zanderson)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2026, 6:01am UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/assembly-progressive-line-esd-controls/1408 "2026-07-27T06:01:56Z")
Hi, On our progressive line we have Continuous Monitors for personel grounding but no clear way to ensure the ESDS is properly grounded. We have an ESD safe build plate (made from UHMW) but it’s not grounded with a wire… --- ## [Walk Test Requirement - Metal Flooring](https://forum.esda.org/t/walk-test-requirement-metal-flooring/1244)
**Author:** [@SY426](https://forum.esda.org/u/SY426)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 17, 2026, 12:07am UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/walk-test-requirement-metal-flooring/1244 "2026-07-17T00:07:12Z")
Hi, In ESD TR20.20-2016, section 8.3 Footwear/ Flooring System, ANSI/ESD STM97.2 can be used to evaluate systems prior to installation or with installed floors which included all floor coverings(e.g., tiles carpets, epo… --- ## [Ventiladores en areas](https://forum.esda.org/t/ventiladores-en-areas/1405)
**Author:** [@Jgarcia4](https://forum.esda.org/u/Jgarcia4)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2026, 11:22am UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/ventiladores-en-areas/1405 "2026-07-11T11:22:19Z")
Greetings everyone. Fans have been installed at ground level throughout the plant, positioned 1.5 meters away from electrostatic discharge (ESD) sensitive components, including SMT lines, due to the excessive heat in th… --- ## [EPA working area](https://forum.esda.org/t/epa-working-area/1069)
**Author:** [@joshsvoboda](https://forum.esda.org/u/joshsvoboda)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2026, 1:10pm UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/epa-working-area/1069 "2026-07-07T13:10:10Z")
S20.20 references that static generating material must be kept at least 12" from sensitive working items. Taking this information would I be able to use a grounded workbench and mark a box on the benchtop as the “EPA wo… --- ## [New design of trolley](https://forum.esda.org/t/new-design-of-trolley/1401)
**Author:** [@LucieM](https://forum.esda.org/u/LucieM)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2026, 1:42pm UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/new-design-of-trolley/1401 "2026-07-06T13:42:52Z")
Dear ESD experts, I would like to ask you few questions regarding our new design of material trolleys in our factory in CZ. The shelves are universal and we are going to use them for Motherboards, HDD, PCBA cards et… --- ## [ESD-Compliant Anti-Static Trash Bin](https://forum.esda.org/t/esd-compliant-anti-static-trash-bin/1389)
**Author:** [@huichen](https://forum.esda.org/u/huichen)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2026, 7:40am UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/esd-compliant-anti-static-trash-bin/1389 "2026-06-30T07:40:55Z")
Our EPA area requires trash bins made of anti-static material with lids. However, insulating garbage bags will be placed inside the bins. Since our floor is grounded, I have assessed that this method is acceptable as lon… [Next page](https://forum.esda.org/latest.md?page=1)