Hospital doors: facing the demands of healthcare facilities
Hospital doors meet the stringent demands of healthcare facilities by focusing on hygiene, safety, accessibility, durability. Engineered to comply with healthcare standards, these doors guarantee functionality and contribute to the efficiency of hospital operations.
Types of hospital doors
Sliding doors
In healthcare facilities, doors serve important functions beyond providing entry. Different hospital areas have specific requirements to ensure optimal performance and compliance with healthcare standards. From sliding doors for space efficiency to hermetically sealed doors for infection control, each type of hospital door plays an important role in supporting the unique demands of medical settings. This section explores the various types of hospital doors, highlighting their features, benefits, and applications within healthcare facilities.
Sliding doors are space-efficient and ideal for high-traffic areas within healthcare facilities. These doors are easy to operate and come in customizable sizes with smooth movement mechanisms and various finishes. Hygienic sliding doors are a prime example, featuring antimicrobial surfaces for infection control and smooth operation.
Hermetically sealed doors
Hermetically sealed doors provide airtight sealing, crucial for infection control, noise isolation, and energy efficiency. These doors are specialized for cleanrooms and operating rooms where sterility is paramount. Hermetic sliding doors are designed to meet these requirements, offering infection control and noise reduction.
Automatic doors
Automatic doors contribute to accessibility and infection control through hands-free operation and sensor integration. They are equipped with safety features and programmable settings, making them ideal for various hospital areas. Automatic doors offer seamless integration with hospital systems, controlling efficient and safe access.
Fire-Rated doors
Fire-rated doors are essential for patient and staff safety, providing high-temperature resistance and extended evacuation time during emergencies. These doors comply with regulatory standards and are constructed with multiple layers for optimal protection. Fire-Rated doors exemplify these characteristics, verifying safety in critical situations.
Healthcare needs
Hygiene
Hygienic doors are specifically designed to fulfill the stringent hygiene standards required in healthcare settings. Featuring smooth finishes and seamless door blades, including windows, these doors are ideal for high-care medical applications. The design of the hygienic doors is completely seamless and has a hard and strong finishing. As a result, the hygienic doors do not attract dirt and are resistant to moisture. They are made from scratch-resistant, easy-to-clean materials and are available with durable polyester or food-safe hard PVC coatings, securing long-term resilience.
The doors are also hermetically sealed to prevent the entry of bacteria and molds, making them essential for maintaining sterile environments. This is particularly beneficial for reducing postoperative surgical site infections (SSIs) in medical settings. Additionally, the hygienic doors are resistant to cleaning products and can withstand high-pressure cleaning, ensuring they remain contaminant-free and compliant with health standards.
Safety with high-quality hospital doors
Safety is key in healthcare facilities, and hospital doors must provide fire resistance, impact resistance, secure locking mechanisms, and emergency egress features. These features protect patients, staff, and visitors, contributing to a safe hospital environment. Gerard Jacobs, the project manager at the new section of Amphia Hospital in Breda, shared insights on why Metaflex doors were chosen for their facility. According to Jacobs, the hospital aimed to provide high-quality care, and selecting the right doors was critical. The doors needed to be airtight, hygienic, and smoothly finished, with no rough surfaces or protruding parts. Jacobs emphasized that the operability of the doors was a essential consideration. Based on previous experiences with various door suppliers, Metaflex was requested because they consistently delivered products that met the hospital’s needs. Jacobs noted that Metaflex guaranteed their doors’ quality 100%, which was a decisive factor in their selection.
As user demands evolved, particularly in the intensive care unit, the hospital in Breda sought different types of doors to meet needs. The primary doors selected were the Metaflex Medicare doors for the operating rooms and cardiac catheterization rooms, where air control is crucial. The selections included Metaflex Medicare with lead, installed in the facility.
The following automated sliding doors were installed in Amphia Hospital:
Conclusion
Our hospital doors are engineered to address the critical needs of healthcare facilities. With features such as automatic sensors, noise reduction systems, safety locks, air pressure control, and remote operation capabilities, these doors enhance hygiene, safety, accessibility, durability, and operational efficiency. Designed to comply with healthcare standards, our doors improve both patient and staff experiences.For more information about hospital doors and to explore customization options for your facility, visit our contact page. To discuss your specific needs or request a consultation, contact our team today.
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