Your strategic partner
Your strategic partner
Your strategic partner
in the Safety glass industry
in the Safety glass industry
in the Safety glass industry
We provide certified glass, interlayers, and technical consulting, backed by 40+ years of industry expertise.
Premium Raw Materials
We source certified glass, interlayers, and accessories from trusted producers, tested for performance, safety, and long-term durability.
Flexible Financing
We offer payment terms adapted to your volume, growth stage, and cash flow. Subject to credit approval
On-demand inventory
We operate a regional inventory hub in Panama, allowing for faster, more efficient delivery across Latin America and other regions.
Our expertise
Delivering solutions for safety glass manufacturers
Delivering solutions for safety glass manufacturers
Delivering solutions for safety glass manufacturers
We are a Panama-based company founded by José Mannheim with the vision of becoming a trusted partner for safety glass manufacturers across Latin America and other regions. With more than 40 years of experience in the glass industry, we are building our reputation on proximity, quality, financial support, and specialized technical expertise. Our mission goes beyond supplying materials: we focus on delivering tailored solutions and building long-term relationships based on trust and collaboration.
”We focus on delivering tailored solutions and building long-term relationships based on trust and collaboration.”
Jose Mannhein - CEO MTC
MTC bridges that gap: combining material supply, financial flexibility, and consulting to reduce risk and accelerate growth.
On-demand inventory
We operate a regional inventory hub in Panama, allowing for faster, more efficient delivery across Latin America and other regions.
Flexible Financing
We offer payment terms adapted to volume, growth stage, and cash flow needs, helping you invest without overextending your resources.
Trusted Materials
We work exclusively with trusted, proven producers to ensure consistent quality, performance, and compliance to our customers.
Technical Consulting
With over 40 years of industry experience, we provide expert guidance in selecting the right materials, equipment, and processes.
We supply a range of materials engineered for high-performance, standards-compliant safety glass production.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
What differentiates MTC from a traditional materials supplier?
MTC operates with an integrated industrial logic, not as a simple catalog trader. Every material we offer has been selected for its proven performance in real glass safety production plants, not only in laboratory tests. Beyond technical validation, MTC structures its operations under a sustained supply model, with three key elements that set it apart from a conventional supplier: • Materials already used in industrial production environments, with proven performance. • Delivery times and supply continuity managed through a hybrid logistics platform (direct origin + Panama hub). • Access to credit backed by an international insurance company, allowing clients to operate with greater liquidity and financial security, something a traditional trader is not structured to offer. Our purpose is not simply to sell a material, but to build professionalized supply relationships aligned with the standards of the safety glass industry.
Are MTC’s materials currently being used by safety glass manufacturers in real production?
Yes. All materials marketed by MTC are actively used by established safety glass manufacturers, where they have been validated under demanding production and quality control conditions. This gives clients the confidence of working with materials already proven in the field.
Does MTC provide technical support? What exactly does it include?
MTC’s technical support is strictly limited to material-related aspects: recommended processing parameters, handling specifications, compatibility, and best practices to ensure optimal performance. We do not intervene in our clients’ internal processes or proprietary laminating methods.
Does MTC work only with suppliers from Asia?
No. Although our technical hub in Guangzhou allows direct integration with leading Asian manufacturers, MTC also incorporates materials of European origin when they meet our industrial criteria. Our selection is origin-agnostic and based exclusively on performance, traceability, and consistency.
How does the logistics system work? Do shipments come directly from the factory?
We operate under two logistics schemes: • Direct shipment from origin (Asia or Europe) for larger or urgent orders. • Supply from our Panama Hub, designed to reduce lead times and consolidate loads for Latin American manufacturers. This dual structure provides flexibility depending on project size and delivery speed requirements.
What is the minimum order to start a commercial relationship?
We understand that some clients wish to validate the material before committing to larger volumes. Therefore, we evaluate initial volumes on a case-by-case basis, always with an industrial vision focused on long-term relationships. For certain materials, pilot batches can be arranged.\
Can MTC provide technical samples or trial batches?
Yes. Depending on the material category and its availability, MTC can arrange test rolls or specific validation units for industrial qualification prior to full-scale supply. This is managed through a structured technical sampling process.
Can MTC provide technical data sheets and validation evidence?
Yes. MTC can provide complete technical data sheets for each material, along with validation documentation performed in specialized laboratories that reproduce conditions equivalent to those of safety glass industrial processes. This information allows the client’s technical team to assess material compatibility and performance under their own operational parameters.
Does MTC offer credit terms? How does it work?
Yes. Credit terms are available and structured through international credit insurance. This allows clients to operate with payment terms backed by a global insurer, improving liquidity and preserving traditional banking lines.
How long does it take to evaluate the credit line of a new client?
In most cases, validation is completed within a few business days once the company’s information has been received. Final approval and the assigned amount depend on the risk analysis performed by the insurance company.
What differentiates MTC from a traditional materials supplier?
MTC operates with an integrated industrial logic, not as a simple catalog trader. Every material we offer has been selected for its proven performance in real glass safety production plants, not only in laboratory tests. Beyond technical validation, MTC structures its operations under a sustained supply model, with three key elements that set it apart from a conventional supplier: • Materials already used in industrial production environments, with proven performance. • Delivery times and supply continuity managed through a hybrid logistics platform (direct origin + Panama hub). • Access to credit backed by an international insurance company, allowing clients to operate with greater liquidity and financial security, something a traditional trader is not structured to offer. Our purpose is not simply to sell a material, but to build professionalized supply relationships aligned with the standards of the safety glass industry.
Are MTC’s materials currently being used by safety glass manufacturers in real production?
Yes. All materials marketed by MTC are actively used by established safety glass manufacturers, where they have been validated under demanding production and quality control conditions. This gives clients the confidence of working with materials already proven in the field.
Does MTC provide technical support? What exactly does it include?
MTC’s technical support is strictly limited to material-related aspects: recommended processing parameters, handling specifications, compatibility, and best practices to ensure optimal performance. We do not intervene in our clients’ internal processes or proprietary laminating methods.
Does MTC work only with suppliers from Asia?
No. Although our technical hub in Guangzhou allows direct integration with leading Asian manufacturers, MTC also incorporates materials of European origin when they meet our industrial criteria. Our selection is origin-agnostic and based exclusively on performance, traceability, and consistency.
How does the logistics system work? Do shipments come directly from the factory?
We operate under two logistics schemes: • Direct shipment from origin (Asia or Europe) for larger or urgent orders. • Supply from our Panama Hub, designed to reduce lead times and consolidate loads for Latin American manufacturers. This dual structure provides flexibility depending on project size and delivery speed requirements.
What is the minimum order to start a commercial relationship?
We understand that some clients wish to validate the material before committing to larger volumes. Therefore, we evaluate initial volumes on a case-by-case basis, always with an industrial vision focused on long-term relationships. For certain materials, pilot batches can be arranged.\
Can MTC provide technical samples or trial batches?
Yes. Depending on the material category and its availability, MTC can arrange test rolls or specific validation units for industrial qualification prior to full-scale supply. This is managed through a structured technical sampling process.
Can MTC provide technical data sheets and validation evidence?
Yes. MTC can provide complete technical data sheets for each material, along with validation documentation performed in specialized laboratories that reproduce conditions equivalent to those of safety glass industrial processes. This information allows the client’s technical team to assess material compatibility and performance under their own operational parameters.
Does MTC offer credit terms? How does it work?
Yes. Credit terms are available and structured through international credit insurance. This allows clients to operate with payment terms backed by a global insurer, improving liquidity and preserving traditional banking lines.
How long does it take to evaluate the credit line of a new client?
In most cases, validation is completed within a few business days once the company’s information has been received. Final approval and the assigned amount depend on the risk analysis performed by the insurance company.
What differentiates MTC from a traditional materials supplier?
MTC operates with an integrated industrial logic, not as a simple catalog trader. Every material we offer has been selected for its proven performance in real glass safety production plants, not only in laboratory tests. Beyond technical validation, MTC structures its operations under a sustained supply model, with three key elements that set it apart from a conventional supplier: • Materials already used in industrial production environments, with proven performance. • Delivery times and supply continuity managed through a hybrid logistics platform (direct origin + Panama hub). • Access to credit backed by an international insurance company, allowing clients to operate with greater liquidity and financial security, something a traditional trader is not structured to offer. Our purpose is not simply to sell a material, but to build professionalized supply relationships aligned with the standards of the safety glass industry.
Are MTC’s materials currently being used by safety glass manufacturers in real production?
Yes. All materials marketed by MTC are actively used by established safety glass manufacturers, where they have been validated under demanding production and quality control conditions. This gives clients the confidence of working with materials already proven in the field.
Does MTC provide technical support? What exactly does it include?
MTC’s technical support is strictly limited to material-related aspects: recommended processing parameters, handling specifications, compatibility, and best practices to ensure optimal performance. We do not intervene in our clients’ internal processes or proprietary laminating methods.
Does MTC work only with suppliers from Asia?
No. Although our technical hub in Guangzhou allows direct integration with leading Asian manufacturers, MTC also incorporates materials of European origin when they meet our industrial criteria. Our selection is origin-agnostic and based exclusively on performance, traceability, and consistency.
How does the logistics system work? Do shipments come directly from the factory?
We operate under two logistics schemes: • Direct shipment from origin (Asia or Europe) for larger or urgent orders. • Supply from our Panama Hub, designed to reduce lead times and consolidate loads for Latin American manufacturers. This dual structure provides flexibility depending on project size and delivery speed requirements.
What is the minimum order to start a commercial relationship?
We understand that some clients wish to validate the material before committing to larger volumes. Therefore, we evaluate initial volumes on a case-by-case basis, always with an industrial vision focused on long-term relationships. For certain materials, pilot batches can be arranged.\
Can MTC provide technical samples or trial batches?
Yes. Depending on the material category and its availability, MTC can arrange test rolls or specific validation units for industrial qualification prior to full-scale supply. This is managed through a structured technical sampling process.
Can MTC provide technical data sheets and validation evidence?
Yes. MTC can provide complete technical data sheets for each material, along with validation documentation performed in specialized laboratories that reproduce conditions equivalent to those of safety glass industrial processes. This information allows the client’s technical team to assess material compatibility and performance under their own operational parameters.
Does MTC offer credit terms? How does it work?
Yes. Credit terms are available and structured through international credit insurance. This allows clients to operate with payment terms backed by a global insurer, improving liquidity and preserving traditional banking lines.
How long does it take to evaluate the credit line of a new client?
In most cases, validation is completed within a few business days once the company’s information has been received. Final approval and the assigned amount depend on the risk analysis performed by the insurance company.