Malvern, PA capacity increases to five HPP systems, and Universal Pure's network grows to 24 HPP machines nationwide.
MALVERN, Pa., July 20, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Universal Pure, North America's largest provider of High Pressure Processing (HPP) and cold chain solutions, today announced the acquisition and commissioning of an additional Hiperbaric 525i HPP machine at its Malvern, Pennsylvania facility. Following a comprehensive refurbishment, the new HPP unit became fully operational on July 1.
The additional system expands the Malvern operation to five HPP systems, growing processing capacity to support increased demand for non-thermal food safety and food preservation solutions across the Eastern U.S. With this addition, Universal Pure now operates 24 HPP systems across 8 U.S. facilities, furthering its position as the industry's largest and most comprehensive HPP network.
"This investment reflects our continued commitment to providing the capacity, flexibility, and reliability our customers depend on," said Frank Jimenez, Chief Executive Officer of Universal Pure. "As demand for HPP continues to grow across food and beverage categories, expanding our network allows us to enhance our services with existing customers while also supporting new product innovation and market growth for non-thermal food safety."
The Malvern facility offers a comprehensive suite of integrated cold chain services, including High Pressure Processing, refrigerated and frozen storage, inventory management, labeling, secondary packaging, kitting, and distribution. The additional HPP capacity further strengthens Universal Pure's ability to provide scalable processing solutions while maintaining operational flexibility and service continuity.
The announcement comes as Universal Pure celebrates two significant company milestones in 2026 – its 25th anniversary and 15 years of HPP industry leadership. During that time, the company has grown into North America's largest independent HPP service provider, partnering with leading food and beverage manufacturers improve food safety, extend refrigerated shelf-life, and bring innovative, clean-label products to consumers.
A five-time Food Logistics Top 3PL & Cold Storage Provider award winner, Universal Pure continues to invest in its nationwide infrastructure to meet the evolving needs of food manufacturers while advancing its mission of helping create a safer, higher quality food system.
About Universal Pure
Universal Pure is North America's largest independent provider of High Pressure Processing (HPP) and integrated cold chain solutions. Operating eight strategically located facilities across the United States, the company offers High Pressure Processing, cold storage, tempering, inventory management, packaging, labeling, kitting, and distribution services. Universal Pure partners with leading food and beverage brands to improve food safety, extend shelf life, and deliver fresher, higher-quality products to consumers. As the company celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2026 and 15 years of HPP leadership, it remains committed to helping create a safer, higher quality food system.
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Jenny Tuggle, Universal Pure, 1 6788401521, [email protected], www.universalpure.com
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