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Horton Automatics was founded in 1960 in Corpus Christi, Texas, USA, and is widely credited with inventing the first automatic sliding door for commercial use. This innovation transformed accessibility and convenience in public buildings, setting the foundation for the modern automatic entrance industry.

Throughout the 1960s and 1970s, Horton expanded its product range to include swing, revolving, folding, and telescopic automatic doors, along with advanced control and safety systems. The company’s pioneering approach helped establish many of the standards that still define automatic door performance today.

In 1970, Horton Automatics became part of Overhead Door Corporation, which later joined the Sanwa Group of Companies, giving Horton a strong global presence. This connection strengthened the brand’s ability to innovate and distribute its products worldwide.

Today, Horton Automatics remains one of the most respected names in door automation, known for its engineering reliability, compliance with international safety standards, and long service life. Its systems are used in hospitals, airports, retail centres, and commercial buildings around the world — continuing a legacy that began with the world’s first automatic sliding door.