High-pressure processing company Hiperbaric announces that Universal Pure, the largest independent provider of HPP and cold-chain services in North America, has installed an additional Hiperbaric 525i system for its Malvern, Pa., facility. This strategic expansion brings Universal Pure's Malvern location to a total of four Hiperbaric 525i machines and increases the company's nationwide HPP capacity to 23 machines across seven facilities.

High-pressure processing is a non-thermal food preservation method that uses high isostatic pressure — up to 6,000 bar (600 MPa or 87,000 psi) — to inactivate foodborne pathogens and spoilage microorganisms. By using cold water and pressure rather than heat or chemical preservatives, HPP extends shelf life and ensures food safety while maintaining fresh taste, texture and nutritional quality.

"We continue to see increasing demand from our customers as more brands recognize the value HPP brings to food safety and shelf-life extension," said Frank Jimenez, chief executive officer of Universal Pure. "Adding another Hiperbaric 525i strengthens our ability to serve customers with redundant capacity, faster throughput and shorter lead times across our national network. It reinforces Universal Pure's position as the only coast-to-coast HPP service partner with integrated cold-chain capabilities."

Universal Pure selected the Malvern, Pa., facility for this expansion due to its strong customer base, logistics connectivity and growing demand from regional food producers in the Northeast. The facility offers a comprehensive suite of integrated services, including HPP, cold storage, packaging and secondary packaging, labeling and kitting, distribution and other value-added services.

"Universal Pure has been a long-standing and trusted partner, and we're honored to support their continued growth," said Rob Peregrina, USA executive director at Hiperbaric. "As one of the pioneers in the HPP tolling business and among the fastest-growing companies in the industry, Universal Pure's investment in a fourth Hiperbaric 525i at their Malvern facility demonstrates their commitment to meeting increasing customer demand and advancing food safety innovation.

The Hiperbaric 525i system combines high throughput, proven reliability and efficient design. Its ease of integration, maintenance accessibility and lifecycle performance make it an ideal solution for high-volume tolling operations.

Founded in 2001 as one of the first US companies dedicated exclusively to HPP, Universal Pure has evolved from a single-facility tolling provider into the nation's largest network of HPP and cold-chain service centers. The company's mission is to help create a safer, higher-quality food system by delivering food safety and shelf-life extension without heat or preservatives.

In addition to its ongoing growth and investment in HPP capacity, Universal Pure is celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2026.

Source: Hiperbaric