Introduction to the Project
Coventry Hospital required an upgrade to the internal automatic sliding doors at the Maternity entrance. The existing door package had become tired and unreliable due to constant use in a high-traffic healthcare environment. Our brief was to remove the old system and install a modern, robust solution that would improve reliability, safety, and user experience for patients, visitors, and staff.
Following the successful completion of the internal doors, plans are now in place for us to return to site to install the external door package.
Why We Used the Horton Automatics 2021+ Heavy-Duty Sliding Door System
The Horton Automatics 2021+ heavy-duty automatic sliding door system was selected due to its proven performance in demanding environments such as hospitals and public buildings. Designed for continuous, high-cycle use, the 2021+ system offers exceptional reliability, smooth operation, and long-term durability.
Its heavy-duty construction and advanced control technology make it ideally suited for a busy maternity entrance, where ease of access and dependable operation are essential.
Challenges
- Replacing a worn, outdated door system without disrupting daily hospital operations
- Working within a live healthcare environment with high footfall
- Ensuring safe, step-free access for all users, including patients, visitors, and clinical staff
- Delivering a reliable solution capable of withstanding constant use
Careful planning and coordination with site teams ensured the installation was completed efficiently and safely.
Benefits of Our Product – Impact and Results
The installation of the Horton 2021+ heavy-duty automatic sliding door system has delivered immediate and measurable benefits. Reliability and overall performance have been significantly improved, helping to reduce downtime and ongoing maintenance concerns in this busy healthcare environment.
The doors now operate smoothly and quietly, enhancing the experience for patients, visitors, and staff accessing the maternity department. Designed for continuous, high-traffic use, the heavy-duty system is well suited to the demands of a maternity entrance.
The hospital team has provided very positive feedback and are extremely pleased with the upgrade. The success of this first phase has also led to further works being scheduled, with the external door package planned for installation.
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