17 YEARS OF LEADERSHIP IN PASSIVE PROTECTION.
At Humanos del Agua SA – WATERMAN Lat., we are transforming fire safety in Central America, South America, and the Caribbean. With over 17 years of experience , our mission is clear: to safeguard lives and assets through precision engineering and rigorous regulatory compliance.
Technical Authority and Global Support
We stand out for our superior technical training, endorsed by the most influential organizations in the industry :
International Memberships: Active members of the FCIA (Firestop Contractors International Association) and the IFC (International Firestop Council).
Regulatory Expertise: Engineering specializing in NFPA 1 and NFPA 101 codes.
Strategic Alliances : Certified solutions with global leaders such as Roxtec, Metacaulk and Everkeem.
We don't just install systems; we design infallible human safety.
CAREER PATH AND TECHNICAL SPECIALIZATION
We consolidate our expertise through technical rigor, strict regulatory compliance, and highly specialized execution. We don't just implement passive fire protection systems; we deliver reliable, auditable, and certifiable solutions that meet the highest international standards.
As authorized agents of leading global brands, our solutions are backed by laboratory testing and proven performance that guarantees the total safety of your projects.
STRATEGIC ALLIANCES AND GLOBAL SUPPORT
At WATERMAN Lat., we don't just supply products; we deliver engineered solutions backed by global leaders in safety and sealing. As authorized representatives and certified specialists, we guarantee the technical integrity of every project in Panama, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Our Brands and Specialized Partners
Our portfolio consists of manufacturers who define industry standards:
Roxtec : The gold standard in modular sealing systems for cables and pipes.
Metacaulk Firestop Solutions : Cutting-edge innovation in intumescent solutions and high-performance fire protection.
Everkem Firestopping Solutions : Specialists in technical sealants, adhesives and high-precision chemical compounds.
DIRECT TRAINING: THE VALUE OF OUR ENGINEERING
Uncompromising Safety : Certification and Expertise. At WATERMAN, safety is our top priority. We don't just install systems; we guarantee real protection through a team of engineers certified to the strictest international standards: NFPA 101, NFPA 1, FCIA, and IFC .
What makes us different?
Global Certification: Direct training at our partners' training centers (Roxtec, Metacaulk and Everkem) in the USA, Sweden and Mexico.
Critical Capacity: Specialists trained for work at heights and in confined spaces.
Total Traceability: Each passive sealing system is installed with technical precision, ensuring real performance against fire and smoke.
WATERMAN Guarantee: This direct, face-to-face relationship with manufacturers allows us to ensure that each system is installed in accordance with specific tests, international standards, and laboratory approvals.
SUITABILITY AND REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
At WATERMAN Lat., safety is not an option ; it is a technical and legal commitment. We operate under the strictest international and Panamanian regulatory framework, ensuring that every project meets the requirements of the relevant authorities.
Institutional and Legal Support
Our technical expertise is endorsed by the highest authorities in the country:
Professional Suitability: We have the suitability issued by the JTIA (Technical Board of Engineering and Architecture), which certifies our ability to practice engineering applied to safety.
DINASEPI License: We possess the official license issued by the National Directorate of Fire Safety, Prevention and Investigation, complying with the protocols of the Meritorious Fire Department of Panama.
Government Approval: We are duly registered and approved by the Ministry of Commerce and Industries (MICI).
Scope of Our Powers.
This legal basis empowers us to implement the complete passive fire protection cycle:
Management and Supply: Import and marketing of systems and equipment with international certification.
Engineering Services: Installation, repair and specialized inspection of fire barriers.
Project Certification: Issuance of technical endorsements and legal documentation for the validation of systems before authorities and insurers.
PORTFOLIO OF COMPLEMENTARY SOLUTIONS
Technological Synergy for Comprehensive Protection.
At WATERMAN Lat., we strengthen our value proposition through strategic alliances with global leaders in safety and fire resistance. We complement our engineering services with high-performance systems that guarantee structural integrity and effective compartmentalization.
ISOLATEK International | Fireproofing: World leader in thermal protection materials for steel structures, ensuring building stability against high-intensity fires.
ROCKWOOL | Mineral Wool Insulation: Non-combustible insulation solutions that offer an exceptional barrier against heat and noise, raising the thermal and acoustic performance of the building.
Certified Quality: Every component of our complementary portfolio meets rigorous laboratory tests, ensuring seamless integration with our passive protection solutions.
At WATERMAN Lat. we do not sell isolated products.
We design, validate, and implement passive protection systems that work when they are needed most, applying value engineering, technical knowledge, and a commitment to safety.
Are you protected?