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The VLX 80 Casement Window is a side-hinged aluminum window engineered for homeowners who want clean, modern lines and as much fresh air as possible when they open it. The frame is slim, the glass area is generous, and the hardware closes with a firm, satisfying feel. We’re an authorized ViewLux installation partner serving Doral, FL, and we’ve put these windows into homes from Downtown Doral to Doral Isles. When you buy through TruePane Windows & Doors, you get factory-backed product support paired with an installation crew that sets every unit level, plumb, and square. Call (386) 854-7948 to schedule a free measurement.
Product Overview - VLX 80 Casement Window
The VLX 80 was designed around one idea: a window should frame the view, not get in the way. The aluminum profile is just 1.97 inches wide, which means more glass and less frame. That’s the first thing homeowners in Doral notice when they see one installed, and it’s the thing they mention most after living with it for a few months.
Casement windows open outward on side hinges, like a door. That geometry gives you something sliders and single-hungs can’t: 100 percent of the opening vents when the sash is fully cranked. On a breezy afternoon in Doral, that’s a real difference. You can angle the sash to catch the wind coming off the Everglades and direct airflow through the house.
The frame is extruded aluminum with a wall thickness of 0.079 inches. It’s light enough to operate with one hand, but stiff enough to hold its shape through South Florida’s storm seasons. The sash seats against an integrated weather seal when closed, and the multi-point locking hardware pulls it tight at several points along the frame, not just the latch. Buyers choose this series when they want the durability of aluminum without sacrificing the big-glass look that modern architecture demands.
Technical Specifications
- Wall thickness: 0.079 inches of extruded aluminum throughout the frame and sash.
- Profile width (frame face): 1.97 inches - ultra-narrow sightlines, noticeably slimmer than typical aluminum frames.
- Operation: Side-hinged casement with multi-point locking hardware.
- Glass types: Clear, Frosted, Low-E, Tempered, and Impact-Resistant Laminated.
- Finish options: Premium Black, Pure White, Anodized Silver, Bronze, Champagne, and Teak Wood.
- Screen options: Fixed Screen or Retractable Screen.
- Sill options: Standard Sill or Low-Profile Sill for easier interior-outdoor transitions.
- Ratings: NFRC-rated thermal performance with thermal break. AAMA 2400/2410 compliant installation. Airtightness, waterproofing, mist prevention, and sound control testing per standard aluminum system protocols.
Performance Features
Thermal Efficiency - The VLX 80 uses a thermal break in the aluminum frame, which interrupts heat transfer between the outside face and the inside face. That matters in Doral, where air conditioning runs nine months a year. Pair the frame with Low-E glass and you’ve got a window that keeps heat outside and conditioned air inside. NFRC-rated energy performance data is available per glass configuration.
Acoustic Performance - Aluminum frames can transmit noise if they’re built thin. The VLX 80’s 0.079-inch wall profile and tight weather seal reduce that transmission. Homes near NW 87th Avenue or the Palmetto Expressway benefit most, and laminated glass adds another layer of sound damping.
Airtightness & Weather Seal - The sash seats into a continuous compression gasket around the full perimeter. When the multi-point lock engages, the gasket compresses evenly. This is what prevents the air leaks you feel around older windows in Doral during windy afternoons.
Waterproofing - The frame includes internal drainage channels that route any water that finds its way past the outer seal down and out through the sill, not into your wall. Combined with AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant at every perimeter joint during installation, you get a dry opening.
Wind Resistance - Doral sits in a high-velocity wind zone, and the VLX 80 is wind-load rated for local code requirements. The impact-resistant laminated glass option takes it further, meeting the standards for wind-borne debris protection in South Florida. We can match the right configuration to your specific structure during the estimate.
Security & Hardware - The multi-point locking system uses hardened steel pins that engage the frame at multiple locations. Unlike a single latch, spreading the lock points across the sash makes the window significantly harder to pry from the outside. Tempered glass adds shatter resistance if forced.
Color & Glass Options
The VLX 80 comes in six finishes. Premium Black is the go-to for contemporary homes in Doral - it reads sharp against white stucco and gives the window a gallery-frame look. Pure White suits traditional or transitional architecture and blends with white trim. Anodized Silver has a metallic, industrial quality that works well on mid-century and minimalist designs. Bronze and Champagne are warmer neutrals that complement homes with beige or cream exteriors. Teak Wood is a textured finish that brings a natural, organic warmth to the frame without the maintenance of real wood.
On the glass side, Clear maximizes light transfer. Frosted is our most-used option for bathrooms and any window facing a close neighbor in a Doral townhome development. Low-E coats the glass to reflect infrared heat while letting visible light pass - a smart pick for west-facing windows. Tempered is safety glass that breaks into small pieces instead of shards. Impact-Resistant Laminated bonds two glass panes with a polymer interlayer that holds the sheet together under impact, which is the configuration you need for full wind-borne debris compliance in Doral’s high-velocity wind zone.
Installation by TruePane Windows & Doors in Doral
ViewLux builds a precise window. But the window only performs as designed if the opening it goes into is prepped and sealed correctly. That’s where most projects go wrong, and that’s why we install every VLX 80 we sell to the AAMA 2400/2410 standard.
Our process starts with a pre-install inspection. We measure the rough opening, check the structural condition of the framing, and identify any water intrusion or rot from the old window before we pull it. If we find issues, we show you photos and tell you what it costs to fix before we proceed. No surprises after the fact.
We set every unit level, plumb, and square using shims at the specified points, then check the reveal and sash alignment before fastening. The perimeter gets sealed with AAMA 812 low-expansion foam at every joint, which seals air movement while allowing for thermal expansion. We don’t use standard construction foam. We use the product the standard calls for.
After the trim and flashing go in, we run a water test on the exterior and check for any drafting around the sash. The site gets cleaned up. The old windows leave with us.
One note for Doral homeowners: if a window is installed incorrectly and leaks, the manufacturer does not cover the repair. Warranty coverage on the VLX 80 assumes a competent, standards-based install. When TruePane Windows & Doors completes the installation, we stand behind the full assembly, frame and labor. That’s the difference between buying a window and buying a window that works for 20 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - VLX 80 Casement Window
Lead time on the VLX 80 typically runs four to six weeks from order confirmation, depending on the finish and glass configuration you choose. Standard finishes and clear or Low-E glass ship fastest, while custom sizes and impact-laminated glass can push toward the longer end of that range. If you’re working around a lease end or contractor schedule in Doral, we recommend getting the order in early. Call (386) 854-7948 for a current lead-time estimate on your exact configuration.
Whether the VLX 80 qualifies for a federal energy tax credit depends on the glass package selected and the NFRC ratings of that specific configuration. Low-E glass with a thermal break frame typically hits the required solar heat gain and U-factor thresholds for the South Florida climate zone. We can pull the specific NFRC data for the configuration you’re considering so you can verify eligibility with your tax preparer before you buy.
The VLX 80 carries the manufacturer’s standard residential warranty through ViewLux, and our installation workmanship is covered separately by TruePane Windows & Doors. The manufacturer warrants against defects in materials and fabrication. We’ll get you the exact warranty document for your project before you sign anything so you can read the terms yourself.
Yes. The VLX 80 is fabricated to your rough opening within manufacturer minimum and maximum constraints for casement operation. Very wide or very tall configurations may require a different mullion layout or a switch to a fixed picture unit next to the venting casement. If your rough opening in Doral is non-standard, bring us the dimensions and we’ll tell you exactly what’s possible and what isn’t. Call (386) 854-7948 and we’ll confirm over the phone.
Maintenance on the VLX 80 aluminum frame is minimal. Wash the frame and glass with mild soap and water twice a year, and keep the hinge tracks free of grit and debris. Spray the hinges with a dry silicone lubricant annually. Check the perimeter seal for cracks or gaps before hurricane season each year in Doral. And make sure the weep holes at the bottom of the frame stay clear so drainage works.
Get a Quote - VLX 80 Casement Window in Doral
If you’re building in Doral, replacing single-pane rattlers, or redoing a whole facade, we’d like to show you the VLX 80 in person. We’ll bring finish samples, let you feel the hardware, and measure your openings for a line-item quote. No pressure, no pricing games. Call (386) 854-7948 to schedule your free on-site measurement with TruePane Windows & Doors.
Written by the team at TruePane Windows & Doors, serving Doral, FL and surrounding communities as an authorized ViewLux installation partner.
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