Tyco Fire Products LP recently secured a major technological breakthrough with the issuance of U.S. Patent No. US12773710B2. This patent, titled ‘Clean agent system nozzle with pressure controlled cover plate’, introduces a powerful way to selectively provide fire suppression agents to a hazard area while keeping the nozzle concealed. Fire safety engineers can now ensure rapid deployment of inert gases without compromising the aesthetic design of the protected space.
RHODE ISLAND PATENT OF THE MONTH – NOVEMBER 2026
The innovation focuses on a concealed nozzle assembly featuring an inner and outer pipe coupling system designed to extend during actuation. Inventors Michael John Fisher, Karl Maas, Jr., Adam Staszak, and Vimal Ayyappan engineered the device so that when the clean agent is released, the internal pressure pushes off the protective cap and extends the nozzle head out of the cavity. This setup allows for precise performance and reliable fire suppression while avoiding the use of complex mechanical linkages to deploy the nozzle.
Award Recognition by Swanson Reed
This invention was granted the Rhode Island Patent of the Month for November 2026 by Swanson Reed because it demonstrates exceptional novelty and technical advancement in fire safety technology. By successfully resolving the technical uncertainty surrounding the reliable deployment of concealed clean agent systems, the patent showcases a profound process of experimentation. Swanson Reed recognized its high potential for market influence, particularly in protecting sensitive commercial environments where rapid fire suppression must be balanced with unobtrusive architectural design.
R&D Tax Credit Eligibility
The practical applications of this patent present significant opportunities for companies to claim the Research and Development Tax Credit in the USA. If a business applies this technology to develop custom fire suppression layouts or integrated safety systems for commercial buildings, the engineering phases will require iterative testing, fluid dynamics modeling, and prototype development to ensure accurate agent distribution. These development efforts directly satisfy the requirements of resolving technical uncertainties and undergoing a process of experimentation. Consequently, companies can qualify for tax credits to offset the costs of wages, supplies, and contractor fees incurred while bringing these advanced fire protection solutions to market.
