Staalboer is a proudly South African, family-owned steel manufacturing business based in Pretoria, Gauteng. Established in 2003 by Jan Andries Smith Snr., the company has grown into a trusted name in the design and fabrication of steel panel reservoirs, tank stands, and guard towers.
With over 3,600 completed projects, Staalboer has built a strong reputation across South Africa and internationally, with clients in countries such as Zimbabwe, Lesotho, Zambia, Botswana, Namibia, Eswatini (Swaziland), Uganda, and Sri Lanka.
Today, the company continues to grow under the leadership of Jan-Andries Smith Jnr, managing director of Staalboer Aqua, a specialised subdivision focused on the manufacturing of high-quality steel panel reservoirs.
At Staalboer, we offer a wide range of standard products-but our true strength lies in flexibility and innovation. Whether you need a custom water storage solution or a structure designed to perform under challenging site conditions, we’re up for the task. We thrive on solving unique problems without ever compromising on the quality of our work.
We’re proud of who we are and what we do. While we’re the first to admit we’re only human, we approach every project with honesty, passion, and a relentless commitment to doing our best-every single time.
To be Africa’s leading provider of trusted steel water storage and structural solutions, recognised for quality, innovation, and lasting partnerships that help communities and industries thrive.
At Staalboer, our mission is to deliver durable, high-quality steel water storage and structural solutions that support sustainable growth across Africa. We are committed to engineering excellence, reliable service, and long-term value—empowering our clients in agriculture, industry, and infrastructure to meet their water storage and security needs with confidence.
We never compromise on materials, workmanship, or safety — every product we manufacture is built to perform and built to last.
We conduct business with honesty, accountability, and transparency in everything we do.
From product performance to client service, we strive to be a partner our customers can depend on—every time.
We continuously improve our designs and processes to meet evolving needs with practical, cost-effective solutions.
As a proudly South African company, we’re committed to supporting local industry and contributing to development across the continent.
“Our vision is to deliver simple, effective storage and structural solutions, tailored to meet each client’s unique requirements.
Jan-Andries Smith Jnr, Managing Director Tweet