2026

Thermocouple technology

Entrant

The Uptown Agency

Category

Technology Innovation - Manufacturing Technology

Client's Name

Coyote Outdoor Living

Country / Region

United States

The development of the SL-Series was motivated by a critical yet often overlooked concern in our industry: the safety of outdoor grilling. While most manufacturers focus exclusively on cooking performance and aesthetic appeal, we recognized a troubling reality—thousands of homeowners face dangerous situations due to flame extinguishment and uncontrolled gas flow. As a company committed to enriching lives through outdoor living, we couldn't ignore this safety gap.​ This project aligned perfectly with our core mission of making premium outdoor cooking accessible and enjoyable for everyone. We asked ourselves: what good is restaurant-quality performance if users feel anxious about safety? True luxury means peace of mind, not just beautiful finishes and powerful burners. Our founder's vision has always been about democratizing premium outdoor living experiences, and safety innovation is fundamental to that accessibility.​ The development of the thermocouple safety system represented a significant engineering investment, requiring extensive research, testing against ANSI Z21.97-2017 standards, and validation through rigorous environmental simulations. We conducted rain simulation tests that create steam clouds capable of starving flames of oxygen—precisely the conditions homeowners face during unexpected weather changes. Our engineering team was relentless in perfecting a system that responds instantly to flame loss, automatically terminating gas flow before dangerous accumulation occurs.​ This achievement embodies our company's philosophy of challenging industry norms and refusing to settle for "good enough." Innovation should solve real problems, not just add superficial features. By integrating advanced safety technology with exceptional cooking performance—20,000 BTU Infinity Burners, volcanic stone heat distribution, and precision temperature control—we created a product that doesn't compromise.​ The SL-Series also advances our environmental responsibility goals. By preventing gas waste through automated shutoff and incorporating efficient combustion technology, we're reducing both safety risks and environmental impact. This dual benefit reflects our broader commitment to sustainable outdoor living solutions.​ Ultimately, this project embodies our conviction that every family deserves to gather around their outdoor kitchen with complete confidence, knowing their investment prioritizes both their safety and culinary ambitions. The SL-Series represents a convergence of multiple technological breakthroughs that collectively redefine the

Credits

President
James Ginocchi
 
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Category

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Country / Region

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Entrant

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Category

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