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About Us
African Closures designs and manufactures fully recyclable plastic closures for food, beverage and industrial applications specialising in high volume closures with impactful decoration.
Our high speed injection and compression moulding facilities are located in Cape Town with extensive distribution networks into Africa. We partner with our customers to develop the optimal solution by managing the complete process from design to manufacture and delivery.
Our extended service includes the rental of capping equipment with the necessary technical field support, analytical testing and microbiological analysis, offered by our Quality Services division.
Design First provides in-house packaging research, development and creative design support, working closely with our dedicated in-house mould design, manufacture and maintenance division, Mould Services.
African Closures is a specialist division of Polyoak Packaging, operating state-of-the-art injection and compression moulding facilities in Cape Town. As one of southern Africa’s largest closure manufacturers, we produce millions of high-quality plastic closures monthly for leading food, beverage, and industrial brands across the continent.
Why Choose African Closures for Your Packaging Needs?
Industry-Leading Manufacturing Capabilities
Our Cape Town-based manufacturing facility houses advanced high-speed injection and compression moulding technology, enabling us to produce closures at scale without compromising quality. With extensive distribution networks reaching across Africa, we ensure reliable supply chains and consistent product availability for businesses of all sizes.
End-to-End Partnership Approach
We don’t just manufacture closures, we partner with you throughout the entire product lifecycle. From initial concept and design through to manufacturing, quality testing, and delivery, our team manages every detail. This comprehensive approach ensures your closures perfectly match your bottles, meet regulatory requirements, and enhance your brand presentation.
Technical Support and Equipment Services
Beyond manufacturing, African Closures provides capping equipment rental services with full technical field support. Our Quality Services division offers analytical testing and microbiological analysis to ensure your closures meet the highest food safety and quality standards. This integrated support system helps you maintain production efficiency and product integrity.
Our Closures
Our lightweight range of tamper-evident dairy, juice, water and carbonated closures is available in various colours with impactful print, debossing and laser marking inside for promotional campaigns.
We also specialise in sportscaps, fliptops and closures conveniently designed to sprinkle, pour, drip, spray or spread to expand product usage occasions to help grow your brand and build consumer engagement.
We offer technically functional closures including child-resistant mechanisms, tap caps, spouts, trigger spray systems and industrial closures with induction heat seals and osmosis vents.
Explore our generic closure range or partner with us to create something unique for your brand!
Did you know? Closures remain a top 10 litter item globally. Please remember to always return the closure to bottle after use for recycling.
Beverage Closures for Every Application
Our lightweight, tamper-evident closure range serves the complete beverage spectrum, from dairy and juice to water and carbonated soft drinks. Available in various colours with impactful printing, debossing, and laser marking options, these closures help build brand recognition while ensuring product safety. The inside laser marking feature is perfect for promotional campaigns, loyalty programs, and consumer engagement initiatives.
Functional Closures That Enhance User Experience
We specialise in innovative closure designs that go beyond basic sealing. Our range includes sportscaps for active lifestyles, flip tops for convenient one-handed use, and specialised dispensing closures designed to sprinkle, pour, drip, spray, or spread. These functional designs expand product usage occasions, improve consumer convenience, and help grow your brand through enhanced user experience.
Technical and Industrial Closure Solutions
For applications requiring advanced functionality, we offer child-resistant closures meeting international safety standards, tap caps for controlled dispensing, spouts for precision pouring, trigger spray systems for cleaning products, and industrial closures featuring induction heat seals and osmosis vents. These technically sophisticated solutions address specific industry challenges while maintaining the highest quality and safety standards.
Custom Design and Generic Options
Whether you need a completely unique closure design to differentiate your brand or prefer to select from our extensive generic range with custom decoration, African Closures delivers. Our in-house Design First team provides packaging research, development, and creative design support, working closely with our dedicated Mould Services division for mould design, manufacture, and maintenance.
Sustainability and Recyclability
All African Closures products are manufactured from fully recyclable plastic materials, supporting the circular plastics economy. As part of Polyoak Packaging’s commitment to environmental responsibility, we actively participate in recycling initiatives and educate consumers on proper disposal practices.
Important Reminder: Closures remain a top 10 litter item globally. Please remember to always return the closure to the bottle after use to ensure both components can be recycled together.
Quality Certifications and Food Safety
African Closures maintains rigorous quality standards with international food safety accreditation. Our closures comply with: – FSSC 22000 food safety certification – ISO quality management standards – International food contact regulations – Industry-specific safety requirements.
Our Quality Services division conducts comprehensive testing including microbiological analysis, seal integrity testing, and material compliance verification to ensure every closure meets or exceeds regulatory requirements.
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