ADP VAC-PAC™

Specifications
- ALPHA-dri® PLUS is all in one bedding & enrichment
- Comes in a case and a case contains 8 vac pacs
- 15 cases/pallet
- 18lbs/ case
OUR COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE IN THE CAGE
Bedding is a controllable research variable that research animals are exposed to 24/7. ALPHA-dri® PLUS is the bedding of choice to ensure the elimination of bedding derived confounding variables.
ADP VAC-PAC is an all-in one bedding and enrichment material that minimizes potential introduction of contaminants. Irradiation treatment and vacuum packaging provides a virtually contaminant and microbial-free bedding for germ-free mice which helps maintain bio-security.
- Reduces Labor/Costs
Irradiation provides good microbial control, eliminating the need for autoclaving - Quick Verification
The indicator strip on the package is orange before irradiation and turns red after treatment. - Extreme Cleanliness
ALPHA-dri PLUS bedding contains no endotoxins or mycotoxins, reducing the risk of compromising animal well-being. - Easy Handling
Vacuum packaged in small quantities helps ease of handling and access into isolators/ change stations. - Fills 8-9 cages
Each package contains 2.2 lbs. or 1.9 Kg. of bedding, enough to fill 8 to 9 cages. - Exceptional consistency
ALPHA-dri Plus is consistent in chemical composition and particle size from cage to cage, bag to bag and lot to lot. - Pure Virgin Cellulose
ALPHA-dri PLUS is virgin paper cellulose; virtually free of confounding variables. - Always ConsistentÂ
ALPHA-dri PLUS is only manufactured from one specific grade of virgin paper pulp that meet’s SSP’s strict standards. - Natural odor control with no added chemicals
Due to the properties of ALPHA-dri PLUS,these substances may alter research results and they are specifically forbidden to be used in bedding per the GUIDE. - Free of Chemical Contaminants
ALPHA-dri PLUS is free of all heavy metals, pesticides and emerging contaminant compounds like PFAS and PFOS substances. - Free of Mycotoxins and Endotoxins
These substances may have a significant impact on the physiological and behavioral aspects of the research animal. These inorganic contaminants are not removed by autoclaving or irradiation treatments. ALPHA-dri PLUS is free of these potentially study disrupting chemicals.
Research animals give their lives for the advancement of science. In return, we at Shepherd believe it is our duty to provide bedding material that encourages species specific behaviors and overall health.
ALPHA-dri® PLUS is an exceptional bedding choice in support of this lofty goal.
- Clean & Consistent Material
ALPHA-dri PLUS is manufactured from a pure cellulose material that is free of potentially harmful substances like endotoxins, mycotoxins, PFAS, heavy metals and pesticides. - Superior Absorbency
ALPHA-dri PLUS absorbs over 300% of its own weight and this helps keep the cage environment clean and dry – an ideal environment for rodents. - Exceptional Natural Ammonia Control
ALPHA-dri PLUS exceptional performance results in low ammonia levels particularly in ventilated cages. - Dust Elimination
ALPHA-dri PLUS is manufactured in our proprietary production equipment to produce cleanly cut paper chips that are screened and aspirated resulting in the removal of loose dust fibers. - Excellent Animal Observation
ALPHA-dri PLUS is manufactured to a specific and strict brightness specification. This bright, white color aids in health checks for blood, food consumption and other discharges. - Soft and comfortable
ALPHA-dri PLUS is manufactured from a soft paper pulp that encourages digging and manipulation.
Bedding and enrichment material must also be able to be utilized effectively and efficiently within a large scale research facility. That is why we have pre-mixed the material to dispense both at once! ALPHA-dri® PLUS’ unique characteristics and overall performance supports economical facility wide usage.
- Pre-mixedÂ
ALPHA-dri PLUS is a pre-mixed bedding material of ALPHA-dri bedding PLUS ALPHA-twist enrihcment. This eliminates the extra labor and cost of dosing bedded cages with enrichment materials. - Easily DeliveredÂ
For germ free mice, this ADP Vac-Pac is vacuum sealed which allows for efficient and cost-effective dispensing of bedding and nesting into an isolator in one step. - Exceptional Absorbency and Performance Reduces Costs
ALPHA-dri PLUS is economical to use throughout the facility due to its superior absorbency and overall performance. Less bedding is needed per cage compared to other bedding materials, and cage changes may also be extended resulting in labor savings. - Available in Several Grades
ALPHA-dri PLUS is available in our standard, irradiated and individually batch-certified grades. - Eliminate Costly Autoclaving or Irradiated Grades of Harvested Bedding Products
The overall cleanliness of ALPHA-dri PLUS is virtually free of microbial contaminants and is suitable for most studies right out of the bag. Harvested bedding materials like corn cob and wood chips require expensive sanitization methods like autoclaving or irradiation to attempt to reach similar bioloads as ALPHA-dri PLUS. However, chemical contaminants like Endotoxins and Mycotoxins present in those bedding materials resist these sanitization treatments. - Several Packaging Options
Both certified and standard grades are packaged in high strength autoclavable bags. Irradiated material is supplied in a sealed poly bag within a sewn paper bag. ALPHA-dri PLUS is also available in bulk sacks.
Scientific Studies coming soon…