Universal Pure is the largest service provider of High Pressure Processing (HPP) globally. We’re advancing this cold pressure technique to give you the advantages of a non-thermal process. Instead of destroying nutrients or changing the flavor profile of foods or beverages with older technologies that rely on heat, HPP uses the combination of cold temperatures and high pressure to improve food safety, help ensure the quality, taste and texture of your products and extend the shelf life.
Capabilities Overview
High Pressure Processing (HPP) Services
HPP is not a side business or add-on for Universal Pure. It’s core to what we do, and our unique approach delivers cost-efficiencies and quality control at critical stages of production and distribution.
Comprehensive HPP Services
- Blast freezing (Lincoln, NE)
- Static freezing (Lincoln, NE)
- Repackaging and food labeling
- Complete food exporting and shipping services
- Customized order picking and assembly (kitting)
- Computer managed inventory with bar code scanning
- Internet based online inventory access for customers
- Logistics solutions for full load or LTLs nationwide
Facility HPP Features
- Refrigerated loading docks
- Cross docking dry and refrigerated inventory management
- Computer controlled and alarmed refrigeration systems
- Fully sprinkled and alarmed cold storage warehouses
- USDA licensed and FDA approved facilities
- Quality control, HACCP trained staff
- SQF Food Safety and Quality Certified (SQF III)
Value-Added Services
In addition to HPP, we leverage our capabilities to provide advanced, cost-effective value-added services for the refrigerated and frozen food industry.
Services Include:
- Repackaging
- Kitting
- Labeling
- Air Tempering
- Water Tempering
- Pre-Pricing
- Code Date & Ink Jetting
- Netting
Benefits of Working With Us
Our approach to HPP and value-added services deliver cost-efficiencies at critical stages of production and distribution in an effort to help you reach and exceed your goals for food safety, quality, taste and nutrition. The competitive advantages you get from partnering with Universal Pure go beyond food safety and guidelines. In everything we do and the product innovations we’re advancing, our team is here to help protect the reputation of your company and continue building brand equity.
ALIGNMENT WITH
CONSUMER INTERESTS
BRAND
PROTECTION
SAFER AND HEALTHIER
FOOD AND BEVERAGES
COMPETITIVE
DIFFERENTIATION
IMPROVED
SUSTAINABLITY/
REDUCED FOOD WASTE
IMPROVED
INNOVATION
CHEMICAL
FREE PRODUCTS
What is High Pressure Processing (HPP)?
HPP is a science-based tool for food safety that uses cold, potable water and high pressure applied to the outside of the food package. Potable water is water that is safe to drink or use for food preparation. This non-thermal food preservation method harnesses the power of pressure to comprehensively inactivate illness-causing, vegetative pathogens (E. coli, Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes), molds and yeasts without compromising the nutritional value of the food. HPP also maintains the optimum attributes of fresh products over an extended shelf life.
HPP Benefits Key
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Pathogen
Reduction -
Extended
Shelf Life -
Allows for
Cleaner Label -
Reduced
Sodium Products
Benefits of our services include:
- Improved Food Safety
- Shelf Life Extension
- Cleaner Label Products
- Food Waste Reduction
- Innovative New Products
- Competitive Differentiation
- Logistical Advantages
- Better Organoleptics (Taste, Texture, Color)
- Brand Protection
Segments We Serve:
The way we see it, our work is bigger than a process or procedure because what we do affects families. That’s the greater cause — making sure every bite and every sip is fresh and delicious and, most importantly, safe. We encourage you to contact us today to begin the process of forging a lasting, productive relationship that gives you the freedom to pursue and reach your business goals.
Working with Us
Universal Pure knows what North America’s leading food and beverage producers want because we work closely with them every day to thrive in a changing marketplace. We build close working partnerships with our customers, collaborating and cooperating through hands-on teamwork to drive continuous improvement in the food industry.
We also work closely with manufacturers, label packaging companies, regulatory agencies and academia to help make our partnerships even more productive on food quality and logistic solutions. Universal Pure’s large national network of partners work to give you a competitive advantage. We can connect you with one of our partners to meet your needs for the safer, cleaner-label products your customers are seeking.
Industry Positioning
Universal Pure sits at the critical intersection of the HPP supply chain – connecting food and beverage manufacturers with their end customers across all major channels. Manufacturers recognize the benefits of HPP and utilize Universal Pure’s services for their products. Channel partners drive manufacturers to use HPP for private label products.
In-house Technical Expertise & Engineering Capabilities
Breadth
Universal Pure leverages its 18 in-house engineers / technicians to be the most innovative, lowest cost HPP provider in the industry.
Experience
- Vast knowledge of HPP applications
- Packaging / product customization and insights
- Multi-site footprint leverages best practices across network
- Deep equipment expertise to improve uptime and drive down cost per cycle
Quality Assurance
Robust quality assurance:
- Validation study support for partners
- Internal tools for control points
- Knowledge of customer expectations
- Risk assessment and crisis control plan
- SQF Level III
Continuous Improvement
Focus on evaluating processes and determining solutions for continuous improvement:
- Operational equipment improvements – leveraging both Avure and Hiperbaric expertise
- HPP processing efficiencies
Why Outsource with Universal Pure?
- Enables large and small food companies to focus on marketing and selling
- Universal Pure is the market leader and HPP is their core focus
- Expertise in equipment delivers lower cost to operate than in-house
- Deep knowledge of packaging, products, and technology speeds up innovation
- Ability to move products to different equipment or facilities, so customer deadlines are not missed
- Lower variable costs due to ability to more fully utilize machinery
- Universal Pure provides redundancy of both facilities and equipment within each facility
- Costs and needs associated with the in-house HPP processing include: facility buildout, HPP equipment, automation, refrigeration, reinforced pads. HPP spare parts, power and more
- Universal Pure’s facilities are fully-equipped with full service offerings from pre-HPP to distribution, with available capital to invest in new equipment
- HPP is a step after the production process, not a step in the process
- Ability to combine products to fill truck loads for faster and more efficient distribution without added costs
- Universal Pure has many years of experience handling the post-HPP logistics for customers
- Universal Pure’s footprint is the largest in the industry, conveniently located near major distribution routes
HPP Value-Added Services & Logistics
Universal Pure has deep relationships with co-packers and other strategic partners to provide an intergrated, customized service to each customer.
Co-Packer Network
- Meat
- Soups, Sauces & Dressings
- Juice & Diary
- Fruits & Vegetables
- Ready Meals & Wet Salads
Other Strategic Partners
- Packaging
- Product Development
- Laboratories
- Academia
There are many product applications for our HPP and value-added services.
Here are some examples:
Ready-To-Eat Protein
- Deli Meats: Turkey, Chicken, Ham & Beef
- Cooked Meats: Brisket, Meatballs, Meatloaf
- Uncured Ham & Sausage
- Pulled Meat: Pork & Chicken
- Chicken Strips
Ready-To-Cook Protein
- Raw Meat: Chicken, Beef, Turkey & Pork
- Ground Meat: Beef, Turkey & Chicken
- Sausages
- Burger Patties
- Hot Dogs
- Ham Steaks & Whole Hams
Fruit & Vegetable Products
- Fruit Juice
- Fruit Coulis
- Apple Sauce
- Fruit Chunks & Salads
- Purees
- Tomato Sauce
- Soups
- Vegetable Based Juice
Wet Salads, Dips & Sides
- Wet Salad: Chicken, Pasta, Potato, Tuna, Seafood
- Salsa
- Guacamole
- Dressings
- Sauces
- Dips
Beverages
- Refrigerated Juice Drinks
- Citrus Juices
- Aseptic Juices
- Smoothies
- Cold Pressed Juice
- Iced Coffee
Dairy Products
- Yogurt
- Dressings
- Dairy Spreads
- Nut Milks
- Sour Cream
- Cream Cheese
Seafood
- Lobster
- Oysters
- Crab
- Shrimp
Deli
- Ready-to-Eat Meals
- Hummus
- Condiments
- Deli Salads
Other
- Baby Foods
- Pet Foods
