In critical care environments where every second counts, reliable and intelligent access solutions are essential. Horton Automatics ICU Doors are designed specifically to meet the demanding needs of hospitals and healthcare facilities, providing seamless, safe, and code-compliant access to intensive care and cardiac care units. With a legacy of innovation and a strong focus on patient safety, Horton Automatics continues to be a leader in healthcare entrance solutions.
What Are ICU Doors?
ICU (Intensive Care Unit) doors are specialized doors used in hospital settings to provide access to critical care units. These doors are different from standard hospital doors in that they must often support:
- Wide, clear openings for patient beds and equipment
- Touchless access to reduce contamination
- Smoke and fire ratings
- Breakaway panels for emergency egress
- Quiet, smooth operation to minimize disruption
Horton Automatics excels in delivering door systems that meet and exceed these standards.
Key Features of Horton ICU Doors
1. Breakaway Capability
Horton’s ICU doors feature swing-out panels that can break away in emergencies, providing fast and clear egress routes for patients and medical staff during urgent situations.
2. Trackless Design
Many models feature a trackless floor design, reducing tripping hazards, improving hygiene, and making it easier to move beds and equipment in and out of the ICU.
3. Wide Door Openings
With options for large clear openings, Horton ICU doors accommodate the transportation of oversized medical equipment and patient beds without difficulty.
4. Touchless and Hands-Free Access
Integrating advanced sensors and access control systems, Horton ICU doors support infection control efforts by eliminating the need for physical contact.
5. Smoke-Rated and Code-Compliant
Many Horton ICU door models meet NFPA and IBC codes for smoke leakage and fire safety, making them suitable for a variety of healthcare applications.
Popular Horton ICU Door Models
- Horton Profiler® ICU/CCU Sliding Doors
These doors offer manual or automatic sliding operation with breakout features and optional smoke-rated capabilities. - Horton Profiler® ST Series
A sleek, surface-mounted sliding ICU door with touchless activation, trackless design, and customizable configurations. - Horton Swing ICU Doors
Available in manual or automatic versions, these doors provide clean sightlines and tight seals for infection control.
Applications in Healthcare
Horton ICU doors are used in a variety of critical care environments:
- Intensive Care Units (ICU)
- Cardiac Care Units (CCU)
- Isolation Rooms
- Operating Rooms (OR) Access Points
- Emergency Departments
Their design supports both patient privacy and staff efficiency, with options for privacy glass, integrated blinds, and soft-close technology.
Why Choose Horton?
With over 60 years of experience, Horton Automatics is a trusted name in automatic and specialty door solutions. Their ICU doors are engineered with durability, hygiene, and compliance in mind—qualities that healthcare professionals can count on in high-stakes environments.
Whether you’re planning a new hospital wing or retrofitting an existing unit, Horton offers customizable ICU door systems to meet your facility’s exact requirements.
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