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Vol. IJacksonville, FloridaMonday, November 2, 2026

The Gladiator Dispatch

Doors · Windows · Modern Living — Straight From the Factory Floor

Commercial Passthrough Windows for Cafes & Food Service
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Commercial Passthrough Windows for Cafes & Food Service

What Is a Commercial Passthrough Window? A commercial passthrough window is a horizontally-folding aluminum window unit installed in a wall opening above a service counter, allowing staff to pass food, drinks, and orders directly to guests on the other side....

7 min readSeptember 21, 2026
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Passthrough Window Ideas for Pool Bars & Patios
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Passthrough Window Ideas for Pool Bars & Patios

What Is a Passthrough Window and Why Does It Transform Outdoor Living? A passthrough window is a folding or sliding window unit installed above a countertop...

Sep 18, 2026 · 9 minRead &rarr.
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Large Passthrough Windows: How Wide Can They Go?

How Wide Can a Passthrough Window Actually Be? A folding passthrough window can span anywhere from about 4 feet to well over 20 feet in total...

Sep 18, 2026 · 8 minRead &rarr.
Outdoor Kitchen Passthrough Window: How to Choose the Best One
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Outdoor Kitchen Passthrough Window: How to Choose the Best One

What is an outdoor kitchen passthrough window? An outdoor kitchen passthrough window is a horizontally folding window panel — or series of panels — set into...

Sep 18, 2026 · 7 minRead &rarr.
Passthrough Window Glass Options for Florida Homes
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Passthrough Window Glass Options for Florida Homes

Why Does Passthrough Window Glass Matter More in Florida? Florida's climate puts more demands on passthrough window glass than almost any other state. Between intense solar...

Aug 10, 2026 · 6 minRead &rarr.
Passthrough Window Installation: What to Expect
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Passthrough Window Installation: What to Expect

What exactly is a passthrough window, and where does it work best? A folding passthrough window is a multi-panel aluminum-framed window that folds open horizontally above...

Aug 9, 2026 · 7 minRead &rarr.
Folding Pass-Through Windows: Spec Guide for Restaurants & Bars
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Folding Pass-Through Windows: Spec Guide for Restaurants & Bars

By the Gladiator Window & Doors Commercial Specification Team — factory-direct aluminum glazing specialists serving contractors, builders, and commercial designers across the United States. What Is...

Jun 27, 2026 · 9 minRead &rarr.
Are Passthrough Windows Hurricane Impact Rated?
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Are Passthrough Windows Hurricane Impact Rated?

Are Passthrough Windows Hurricane Impact Rated? Yes — passthrough windows can be hurricane impact rated, but only when they are engineered and tested specifically for that...

Jun 19, 2026 · 9 minRead &rarr.
Folding Window Advantages: Space-Saving Kitchen Solutions
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Folding Window Advantages: Space-Saving Kitchen Solutions

Folding Window Advantages: Space-Saving Kitchen Solutions that open up counters, boost light, and blur indoor-outdoor living. Cook bigger in less space.

Jan 12, 2026 · 5 minRead &rarr.
Tips From the Floor
The Pro Desk
Tip No. 01
Measure the rough opening, not the old door
Order to the framed opening with proper deduction for shims and flashing. The most common sizing mistake on big panel systems.
Tip No. 02
Spec the glass before the frame color
Low-E coating and the right U-factor drive comfort and energy bills far more than finish. Lock performance first, looks second.
Tip No. 03
Plan the header for wide spans early
A 16-foot opening needs structural support designed in before drywall. Loop your contractor in at the quote stage, not install day.
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App-controlled aluminum louvers that pivot for sun or seal for rain, with integrated LED and a wind sensor.

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