Middletown, Ohio Patent of the Year – 2024/2025

Avure Technologies Incorporated has been awarded the 2024/2025 Patent of the Year for a cutting-edge advancement in food safety. Their invention, detailed in U.S. Patent No. 12167740, titled ‘Method of treating meat’, introduces a novel high-pressure technique that improves both safety and shelf life without compromising taste or texture.

This patented method enhances the effectiveness of high-pressure processing by treating meat products in a sealed, flexible package with a pressure-transmitting medium. The process reduces harmful bacteria while preserving natural juices, flavor, and appearance. It also lowers the need for chemical preservatives and extended refrigeration.

Unlike traditional treatments that may degrade quality or require additives, this system uses uniform pressure to achieve microbial reduction throughout the product. The result is a cleaner, fresher product with fewer processing steps. Consumers benefit from safer, more natural meat options, while manufacturers gain efficiency and regulatory compliance.

The innovation supports sustainability by extending product shelf life, reducing food waste, and streamlining cold-chain logistics. It can be applied to a wide range of meat products, from ready-to-eat deli cuts to fresh ground beef.

With this breakthrough, Avure Technologies Incorporated reinforces its leadership in food processing innovation. The patent not only modernizes how meat is treated but also helps meet growing demand for clean-label, high-quality protein products.