DHI (Door Security & Safety Professionals)

The leading professional association for the door and hardware industry, providing education, certification, and resources for architects, specifiers, distributors, and contractors. Formerly the Door and Hardware Institute.

DHI offers professional certifications including AHC (Architectural Hardware Consultant), CDC (Certified Door Consultant), EHC (Electrified Hardware Consultant), and AOC (Architectural Openings Consultant). Certification demonstrates expertise in door, frame, and hardware specification.

Resources include technical publications, continuing education, industry conferences (DHI ConNextions), and technical support services. DHI members include distributors, manufacturers, specifiers, and installers. Related organizations: AAADM, SDI, NFPA. About American Doors.

Since 1938, American Doors has supplied commercial doors, frames, and hardware across the U.S., growing from a Houston-based distributor into a multi-market platform serving contractors throughout Texas and Colorado. Family-owned for more than 85 years, we emphasize continuity and craftsmanship, with AHC-certified hardware specialists and experienced estimators delivering fully coordinated Division 8 and Division 10 solutions from specification through installation.

1 (713) 681-8047

About Products brands locations

American Doors is part of Riverbend Industries, a family-owned industrial group focused on building durable, operating businesses.

Riverbend partners with management teams for the long term—investing in people, systems, and manufacturing capability while preserving the culture and accountability that make each business successful.

Our Brands

American Wheatley Serenity Sliding Door Systems Phoenix manufacturing

williams InOvate Dryer Products Cozy Heating Systems

DHI (Door Security & Safety Professionals)

Related Terms

Mag Hold Open

Knock Down Frame

Transom Closer

Our Brands