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Aldora impact storefront window display showing the frame components and impact glass glazed into the frame.

Aldora Impact Storefront Window Custom Fabrication for Miami Oceanfront Residences.

Aldora impact storefront window systems are the preferred large format window configuration to achieve the largest uninterrupted view. The FS-300 Impact storefront system offers wide and tall size options to maximize your Miami ocean view with minimal frame obstructions.

Aldora Front Glazed Impact Storefront System.

Miami Builders and Architects both favor the Aldora FS-300 Impact Storefront  window system because it is the perfect solution for large scenic window opening sizes without sacrificing design pressures. 

We also repair storefront water leaks even though we didn’t install the aldora storefront window system.

If you have any brand of storefront windows installed in your Miami residence, we can replace the impact glass. We also repair storefront window frame leaks. After a while, the vinyl glazing gasket dries up and no longer seals around the glass. We can replace the glaing gasket or wet seal the glass to the storefront window frame with Dow 995 structural glaing sealant. This ends the storefront leak problem once and for all.

Some main highlights

  • All storefront window sizes are field measured and entered into our storefront optimization software for wind load calculations.
  • We then order all the stock lengths of the storefront extrusion needed for your project.
  • We send the stock aluminum extrusions out to have finished to your specific custom color. Stock colors available, however be sure to check with us.
  • Aluminum extrusions will now be cut and machined on our own inhouse custom built machinery, therefore in a professional atmosphere. 
  • Once machined, all storefront window components are assembled in our facility by our highly skilled window technicians.
  • The storefront window frame will then be “Wet Glazed” using Dow-Corning 995 structural glaing silicone. The impact glass is sealed to the frame to prevent any leaks once installed.

Contact us for your Aldora impact storefront window project.

Computer elevation of Aldora Storefront to be processed in our facility.

Here is a typical Aldora storefront layout for one window opening. High material yields keep the window frame fabrication costs down and accuracy at the highest level. In other words our costs are some of the lowest. Therefore benefiting you the most.

Aldora impact window frame components that are cut to size and ready to be assembled.
Aldora Storefront window component cut to size and awaiting assembly

It is important to get the size just perfect. We use state of the art equipment. Therefore resulting in amazing quality.

Aldora impact storefront window frames being assembled in our Broward county facility.
Aldora strefront window frame being assembled in our Broward county facility.

Assembling the windows and frames.

Our assembly technicians have perfected window frame fabrication and assembly in other words they have years of experience. The frame connection joints are the tightest in the industry and produced in Broward county. This prevents water leaks and headaches for the builder and the homeowner later on. It is important to have tight seals so water does not get inside. Above all our window frames are the some of the best.

Glazing of an Aldora impact storefront window frame in Broward Fort Lauderdale Florida
Glazing technician wet glaing Aldora Storefront picture window with Dow 995 silicone.

The frames that we glaze are super high quality, in other words they are very strong and last. We tape the glass off so that we can have it properly taped when we work on it. When working on the glaze it is important to tape the proper areas. The end result is best when we remove the tape and get the result of a perfect line without any issues, for instance a perfect frame.

Have a project and need a quote? Let us know, we are here to help.

FAQ Frequently asked questions

How Long does it take to to produce the Aldora storefront window frames?

Once the material arrives to us in our facility, We can have “Frames Only” orders ready to ship in as little as 2 weeks. This is much faster than other dealer / fabricators that could take 6-12 weeks lead time. In other words a better option therefore a better quality product.

What stock colors are available?

The most common off the shelf colors have always been white, bronze and silver anodized. These are common throughout the storefront industry and meant more for commercial applications. For residential applications, we can color match just about any color that fits your design scheme.

What types of glass are available for the Aldora FS-300 front glazed storefront window system?

There are only (2) impact glass thickness options. Monolithic laminated impact glass (9/16″ thick) and Insulating impact glass (1 5/16″ thick) 

Aldora FS-300 storefront specifications

  • 1.50″ x 4.50″ profile plus 3/4″ front set
  • Laminated (9/16″) or laminated-insulated (1 5/16″)
  • Maximum single panel size of 5′ x 12′
  • Design pressures of
  • +/- 90 psf non-reinforced (without internal steel insert)
  • +120/-135 psf reinforced (with internal steel insert)
  • 18 psi water resistance
  • Achieves 2017 energy code requirements
  • Screw spline or shear block assembly
  • Flush stop available for 9/16″ glass

Options & Add-Ons

  • Many glass colors are available.
  • Custom frame colors to match color sample provided.
  • Thermal break frames available
  • Muntin pattern appliques for design considerations.
  • Free standing jambs anchored at tops and bottoms only
  • Fleetwood Sliding Glass Doors align perfectly.

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