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INTELLIPLEX

Flexibility made Horton famous. Intelliplex takes that concept to a new level. Infinite flash patterns for the warning lights. Interior lighting levels to suit any need - it's all there. The customer has total control of how the switches work, how the lights work, and under what conditions certain responses or messages must occur. While the hardware in the vehicle may be the same, full programmability allows the customer to make the vehicle operate the way the department wants it to operate. No longer are you at the mercy of manufacturers who design a vehicle to operate only their way. If a later change is required or new features need to be added, a simple programming change updates the unit with little or no labor. The vehicle will not become obsolete - it is designed to keep up with the times.

EXTRUDED ALUMINUM BODY AND ALUMINUM CABINETRY

The Horton body is entirely born out of aluminum extrusions. Aluminum extrusions provide the most significant strength in the structure of an emergency vehicle body available today, much the same as commercial aircraft. Each extrusion is engineered for a specific purpose. When all of the extrusions are welded together they form an extremely strong structural foundation for the body, while providing weight savings to the customer who often desires the maximum payload possible for personnel and lifesaving equipment. The Horton body incorporates the use of extrusions in the roof rails, floor joists, corner posts and wall supports. The 'skins' of the body are thick .125" aluminum sheets and all interior cabinetry is formed out of .090" aluminum sheet. Yet, the body is not dependent on these sheets for its strength. Coupled with the extensive use of 'wye' gussets and side intrusion beams, the Horton body provides superior occupant protection in the event of a vehicle crash. The Horton body, built with this rugged extruded foundation, will offer many more years of rattle free duty than any other emergency vehicle body built today.

SOLID DOOR CONSTRUCTION

The Horton body features the renowned Horton door construction. Perhaps because the doors are one of the most visible and tangible features of the Horton body. The Horton doors stand out because they look and feel heavy. Yet, they are finished with a smooth outer skin and incorporate flush fitting door panels and automotive door handles. The corner stone of the Horton door is the extruded aluminum frame with inserted corner keys which are machined to a precise fit and lock each extrusion together. Combined with an internal intrusion beam, the Horton door provides an additional degree of occupant protection not seen in other brands. When the Horton door swings to shut and closes it leaves a permanent impression with the user. An impression of strength, integrity, reliability and safety.

HIGH QUALITY APPEARANCE

If looks persuaded the buyer, we'd win every time! The Horton body is built solid and looks even better after the final coats of exterior finish are applied. Horton applies one of best finishes available in the industry to each and every vehicle. Highly experienced painters provide the skill to achieve a deep, rich finish without cutting or buffing. The Horton body is prepared for the finish in a multi-step process to ensure a clean luster. Old world craftsmanship, bare metal etching, anti-corrosive primers and Sikkens Autocryl paint finish combine to provide a lustrous finish which is durable enough to maintain its sheen for years to come.

PRODUCTION TEAM ASSEMBLY

It takes a factory to build a Horton. After a Horton body is fabricated and mounted onto the chassis, the vehicle begins production assembly. In most emergency vehicle factories, vehicles move on an assembly line from station to station. Not at Horton. The philosophy at Horton reflects an attitude for tight quality and process control procedures. These principles are difficult to maintain when the custom vehicle moves around often. So Horton builds each vehicle with a dedicated production team who have complete responsibility for the vehicle until delivery. An unwavering attention to detail is the result of the production team assembly philosophy. Long term employees are committed to the strict quality and process control measures which result in a high degree of excellence in the workmanship of the finished product.