Custom Insulated Glass Panels Built for Performance
Insulated Glass Options
Aldora offers a comprehensive portfolio of insulated glass customized to your project’s exact specifications. As a certified fabricator for Guardian, Vitro, and Pilkington, we work with premier glass products and source from proven suppliers.
Low-E Glass Options
| Product | General Characteristics |
|---|---|
| Vitro Solarban® Low-E Soft Coat | Solar-control Low-E glass with a range of light transmission and appearance options |
| Guardian SunGuard® Low-E Coatings | Options that combine solar control, thermal performance, and different appearances |
| Pilkington Energy Advantage™ Low-E Hard Coat | A durable Low-E coating that improves thermal insulation |
Find the Right Spacer for Your Glass
Spacer Options
The spacer separates and seals the glass panes. Your spacer choice affects thermal performance and appearance. Aldora offers three options:
- Aluminum Box Spacer: Traditional, cost-effective option for standard commercial applications.
- Tremco Warm Edge Spacer (Eneredge®): Reduces thermal bridging at the edge of the glass unit, improving overall energy performance.
- Quanex Warm Edge Super Spacer: Foam-based, flexible spacer that virtually eliminates edge condensation and maximizes comfort near windows.
Tempered Insulated Glass
Need tempered glass in your insulated units? No problem. Aldora fabricates tempered insulated glass units to meet safety glazing requirements, available across our full range of coatings and spacer options.
Why Insulated Glass? The Solar Savings Case
Insulated glass dramatically reduces the amount of solar heat entering a building, helping lower HVAC loads, reduce energy costs, and improve indoor comfort. The key measurement is the Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC), which indicates how much solar heat passes through the glass. The lower the SHGC, the less heat is transmitted into the building.
What is SHGC?
Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) measures how much solar radiation passes through glass and enters a building. Values range from 0 to 1, with lower numbers indicating better resistance to solar heat gain. Standard single-pane glass can have an SHGC above 0.80, while high-performance insulated glass units can achieve SHGC values below 0.25, helping reduce cooling demands and improve occupant comfort.
What this means for your project
In warmer climates, selecting the right insulated glass can significantly reduce a building’s cooling load, helping owners comply with energy codes, lower operating costs, and support green building certification goals. By minimizing solar heat gain, high-performance insulated glass contributes to a more energy-efficient and comfortable indoor environment year-round.
Featured Project
See Insulated Glass in Action
Glass Spec: Energy Advantage Clear over Solexia
Application: Commercial storefront insulated glass units
Location: Franklin, TN
Energy Advantage Clear over Solexia provides balanced solar control and high visible light transmission, making it ideal for commercial projects that require energy performance while maintaining bright, naturally lit interiors.
Why Contractors, Architects & Developers Choose Aldora
Contractors
Florida Building Code approved systems, a full range of insulated glass options, and a team that knows the Florida and Southeast build process inside and out.
Architects & Specifiers
Deep product knowledge, custom spec matching, and certified fabrication from Guardian, Vitro, and Pilkington.
Owners & Developers
Long-term energy savings, code compliance peace of mind, and lasting quality from a regional supplier with 8 locations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Non-impact insulated glass delivers excellent thermal and acoustic performance for standard applications. Impact insulated glass, which typically incorporates laminated glass, is engineered to meet stringent wind and debris resistance requirements and is often required in coastal regions. Aldora offers both options within Florida code-approved storefront, door, and window systems.
Yes. Our team regularly works with architects and specifiers to meet performance requirements such as U-factor, SHGC, visible light transmittance (VLT), and aesthetics. Share your project requirements, and we’ll recommend the right glass configuration to achieve your performance and design goals.
A warm edge spacer replaces the traditional aluminum box spacer at the edge of an insulated glass unit, helping reduce heat transfer and improve thermal performance. It can also minimize edge condensation and enhance occupant comfort, particularly in buildings with stringent energy requirements or spaces where occupants are close to the glass.
Yes. Tempered glass can be incorporated into insulated glass units across all of Aldora’s coating and spacer options. Often required in safety glazing applications such as doors, sidelites, and low windows, tempered glass provides added strength while meeting applicable building code requirements.
Ready to Spec Your Insulated Glass?
Tell us about your project and our team will help you select the right glass, match your specs, and keep your timeline on track. We have locations across Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, Virginia, Kentucky, and Pennsylvania.
Complete the form below and an Aldora specialist will follow up within one business day. Call 954.784.6900 to reach our team directly. We’re here to help with specs, approvals, and pricing.