The SouthAfrican manufacturing industry is quite diverse.
The industry is quite large, making it ideal for investors looking to venture into the South African market.
Which are the top manufacturing companies in South Africa today?
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South Africas vibranteconomyhas made it quite appealing to local and foreign investors.
This partly explains why numerous multinational companies have a presence in the country.
Which are the top manufacturing companies in South Africa?
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Here is a look at the top manufacturers in South Africa today.
Food products and beverages
The South African food and beverage industry is quite diverse and vibrant.
Here are some of the top companies in this industry.s
Boekenhoutskloof was established in 1776.
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Eagles Nest is a winery located in the Constantia neighbourhood of Cape Town.
It was originally a section of Groot Constantia, a wine supplier to various European nations.
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Since 1984,the firmhas been under the control of the Mylrea family.
Firmenich SA is a fragrance and flavour company headquartered in Switzerland.
It is a family-run business that manufactures an exclusive range of household furniture catering for the discerning homeowner.
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For close to two decades, Cottonwood has specialized in importing French furniture for bedrooms and bathroom vanities.
Seating pioneered the contract furniture industry in South Africa.
Automobiles
Numerous automobile companies have set up manufacturing and assembly plants in South Africa.
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Here are the top ones.
The company is located in Rosslyn, South Africa.
By 2014,Toyota South Africahad more than 8,500 employees.
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With more than 4,000 employees,the companyis the largest private employer in the NelsonMandelaBay metro area.
Consumer electronics
The South African consumer electronics industry is quite vibrant.
Most of the major players are foreign-based but with operations in the country.
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Siemens AG is a German multinational conglomerate corporation and the largest industrial manufacturing company in Europe.
It is headquartered in Munich and operates in numerous countries,including South Africa.
Emerson Electric is an American multinational corporation headquartered in Ferguson, Missouri.
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It is one of the largest manufacturing companiesin Durban.
Electrical machinery
Here are the top South African electrical machinery manufacturers.
The company offers a wide range of cable solutions designed and manufactured to meet the often-harsh African environment.
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This is one of South Africas largestcircuit breaker manufacturers.
The form produces a wide variety of circuits for both domestic and commercial applications.
Kama Coils and Transformers was established in 1996 as the holding company of McCoils.
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The company dealt with the manufacture of specialized coils and transformers.
Metals and metal products
The metal industry is among the oldest economic sectors in South Africa.
Here are some of the main firms that deal in various types of metal products.
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The companys corporate office is in Johannesburg in the Southern African province of Gauteng.
Macsteel has a rich legacy spanning over 116 years.
SA Metal Group is one of South Africas oldest and largest metal recycling factories in South Africa.
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The company has been operating for over 40 years.
Glass and related products
Here are the top glass manufacturing firms in South Africa.
Bellco is a family-owned and operated manufacturer oflaboratory glasswareand equipment founded in 1936.
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Its products are mainly designed for pharmaceutical and biotech companies.
The company was established in 1896, making it one of the oldest manufacturing companies in South Africa.
Hitech Safety Glass S.A. is a local leader in glass processing.
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It manufactures tempered and bent glass as well as a wide range of glass enhancements.
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Natwide Glass deals primarily inautomotive glass.
It also has a smaller division that manufactures conventional window glasses.
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Here are the top companies that manufacture these products in South Africa.
Today, the company manufactures a wide range of rubber andplastic productsfor industrial use.
It has over 40 manufacturing plants and extensive distribution networks across the country.
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The company manufactures parquet and strip flooring to fit the tongue and groove design.
It deals in wood from invasive timber species purchased from local tree fellers.
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This companyspecializes inthe production of high-quality paper, packaging and plywood products.
The FX Group is a manufacturer ofengineered wood panelproducts.
Textiles
Here are the main firms that manufacture textiles in South Africa.
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This company is one of the biggest producers of high-quality fabrics.
DesleeMattex (previously known as Mattex) was established in 1962.
Its primaryline of businessis the manufacture of locally produced world-class mattress fabric.
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Sesli Textile is a manufacturer, wholesaler and retailer of a broad range of textiles.
From high-quality blankets and throws to soft towels, scatter cushions and linen.
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This manufacturer is among the most prominent textile manufacturers and wholesalers in South Africa.
It deals with the supply of a variety of fabrics to the garment manufacturing industry in South Africa.
Sesli Textiles manufactures a diverse selection of fashionable knits and woven fabrics, both printed and plain.
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Standerton Mills Pty was established in 1947 in the town of Standerton, Mpumalanga.
These companies make significant contributions to the countrys GDP, employment, and economic growth.
Most of the firms operate legally in accordance with the countrys business registration laws.
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Others, however, are not registered.
There are numerous reasons you may want to do a background check on a company.
Some of the most common reasons include conducting business deals, buying shares, or issuing credit.
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