Steelpack
Metal packaging for the industrial, cosmetics, and speciality sectors
Manufacturing
SA Steelpack Solutions (“Steelpack”) supplies a wide array of cans, pails and aerosol cans into the paints, lubricants, industrial chemicals, cosmetics and speciality sectors. Steelpack manufactures metal packaging, made from tin-coated steel (“Tinplate”). These containers range from 125ml to 25L cans as well as three-piece seam-welded aerosol cans in all the standard diameters available in South Africa.

In addition to its broad product portfolio, Steelpack is committed to maintaining high standards of manufacturing excellence and product integrity. The Company’s tinplate containers are designed to meet the rigorous demands of both industrial and retail applications, providing robust protection for a variety of contents. Steelpack’s manufacturing process incorporates advanced machinery and strict quality control measures, ensuring that every can, pail, and aerosol container meets local and international standards for durability and safety. The Company’s expertise in seam welding and component production allows for greater flexibility in design, offering clients custom solutions to suit their specific packaging requirements.

Steelpack manufactures all of its own components for the packaging process, and assembly of this packaging is done on site, in Tongaat, Kwa-Zulu Natal. The Company has three premises in Tongaat and one in Gauteng for distribution and storage. These facilities are equipped to handle large-scale production and efficient distribution, enabling Steelpack to offer reliable lead times and responsive customer service. With a strategic presence in both Kwa-Zulu Natal and Gauteng, Steelpack is well positioned to serve clients across South Africa, continually investing in innovation and infrastructure to support ongoing growth and meet the evolving needs of the packaging industry.

Vuna Partners shareholding
85%
Management shareholding
15%
Co-investor shareholding1
History
2015
Steelpack is established
Founding shareholders establish the Company to pursue opportunities in the South African steel packaging sector.
2021
Vuna Partners announce the acquisition of Steelpack
Vuna Partners was approached by a business broker with the opportunity to acquire the founder and controlling shareholder’s shares, following his desire to assist with handing over executive responsibilities to a candidate for the Chief Executive Officer position, following his retirement.
2021
William Mkhabela is announced as the new CEO
Steelpack is primed to continue delivering quality products to its customers.
2023
Steelpack achieves its ISO 9001 certification
This prestigious accreditation is a testament of the Company's unwavering commitment to excellence, quality and social responsibility.
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B-BBEE level
340 +
Employees
140 +
Key customers
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William Mkhabela
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