Door Services Corporation, a member of the Horton Automatics family, has announced the expansion of its product portfolio with two new Horton systems: the upgraded Horton HD Storm sliding door system and the Horton Behavioral Health Profiler ICU. These additions aim to address safety and compliance needs in demanding settings, from hurricane-prone regions to healthcare facilities.
The enhanced Horton HD Storm now achieves performance ratings of up to ±85 PSF (pounds per square foot), tested to Miami-Dade standards and carrying the North American Fenestration Standard (NAFS) Limited Water (LW) designation. This upgrade expands on previous offerings, now accommodating larger openings through expanded HDXL size options. The system is available in single slide and bi-parting full breakout configurations, supporting panel weights up to 300 lbs. per sliding panel in bi-parting setups. A concealed belt drive with a 1/4 HP DC motor powers the system, with an XL version for extended height openings. Door Services Corporation offers the HD Storm through its hurricane-rated sliding door solutions, with full installation and service capabilities. More information on automatic door applications can be found on the company's applications page.
The Horton Behavioral Health Profiler ICU is the industry's first purpose-built sliding door system designed for behavioral health environments, addressing five critical facility needs: preventing patient self-harm, preventing staff harm, preventing patients from barricading within a suite, preventing weaponization of door components, and preventing entanglement of IV lines. Key features include an anti-ligature design with no pinch points or exposed fasteners, anti-barricade functionality with emergency override, tamper-proof vision panels with optional controlled blinds, and a mechanical self-closing mechanism. The system meets UL 1784, UL 325, ADA, FGI Guidelines, and Joint Commission standards, and offers a non-institutional design with smooth finishes. It is available in sizes up to 9' wide x 8' high, suitable for inpatient psychiatric hospitals, rehabilitation centers, emergency room behavioral health suites, and court-ordered evaluation facilities. Door Services Corporation expects this solution to set a new standard in healthcare safety. Learn more about Horton Automatics' healthcare sliding door solutions and hospital door applications.
As an authorized Horton partner, Door Services Corporation supplies, installs, and services these systems with AAADM certified technicians, fully stocked service vans, and 24/7 emergency availability across 18 locations in North America. The company's coverage areas include Eastern Pennsylvania, Baltimore, DC, Virginia, Northern Georgia, North Carolina, New Jersey, Delaware, Louisiana, New England, Texas, Southern California, Indiana, and Ontario, Canada. With over 50 years of product knowledge, the company services and repairs all models of automatic door manufacturers.
The implications of these additions are significant for facilities managers and healthcare administrators. The HD Storm offers enhanced protection for buildings in hurricane zones, potentially reducing damage and downtime. Meanwhile, the Behavioral Health Profiler ICU addresses a growing need for safer environments in behavioral health settings, aligning with stricter regulatory standards and patient safety goals. Door Services Corporation's expanded portfolio positions it as a key partner for organizations prioritizing safety and compliance.
