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The Original, Traditional Tin Billy Can

About Our Billy Cans

Tinplate Billy Cans

Made using a high quality tinplate material, our billy cans have stood the test of time. These billy cans are used in the Xhosa tradition, and are still used today as they were years ago.

Sealed Tops

Our billy cans are made with a sealable lid that protects grain, milk, water and other goods from unwanted items. Keeping everything safe and fresh.

Sizes

We manufacture 6 different sizes that range from a 93mm diameter that can hold 0.86 litre to a 200mm diameter that can hold 7.4 litres.

Tradition

Over 50 years of manufacturing means decades of quality. We are the last South African based manufacturer of the Tinned Billy Can.

Frequently Asked Questions

How are the goods packaged for transport?

All our products are packed securely in boxes to ensure they are not damaged during transport. For shipping we are able to also cost on wooden boxing.

Do you offer pricing for export?

Yes we do. We are able to offer FOB as well as CIF pricing to your premises world wide.

Are you able to make custom products?

Yes we can. Our team of metal fabricators are able to create products based on any design. Email us your design and we'll see if it can be done.

What type of finishes do the billy cans have?

Our billy cans are available in plain traditional tinplate and powder coated (Smooth and textured)

Where in South Africa are you based?

We are based in East London, in the Eastern Cape.

Can we collect?

Collections can be arranged with prior arrangement from either Butterworth, or East London in the Eastern Cape.

Perfect for a wide range of applications