Kay Industries (Pty) Ltd is a South African business that was started by the 3 Kuhlmann brothers in Johannesburg in January 1981. It commenced trading initially as the Southern African supplier for can, pail and drum welding machinery on behalf of the world renowned Swiss company Soudronic AG.

During the 1980's the Kay Industries' range of representation grew to incorporate several companies and brands as well as offering clients the following products and corresponding services: can-welding, seaming and beading machinery; metal decorating machinery and metal slitting equipment.

In the 1990's, Kay Industries entered into the South African plastics market with blow moulding, stretch blow moulding and plastic forming machinery.

The focus of Kay Industries has since shifted back again to metal packaging to concentrate on providing tailor-made solutions that are able to handle the unique requirements of their customers.

In accordance with the values and reputations of the principals it represents, Kay Industries values exceptional service and a quick response time to customer queries.