Tube Filling & Sealing Machines for Creams, Gels & Ointments

Tube filling machines are essential for clean, accurate, and professional packaging of creams, gels, and ointments. At SA Packaging Machinery, we supply high-performance tube filling & sealing machines for creams, gels, and ointments – ideal for businesses in the cosmetics, pharmaceutical, chemical, and food industries. Our solutions are built to offer accuracy, speed, and reliability, helping you streamline your production and maintain consistent product quality.

Whether you’re a startup needing a compact solution or a large-scale manufacturer looking for automation, our machines are designed to meet your specific needs.

Why Choose Our Tube Filling & Sealing Machines?

Our machines are designed to fill and seal plastic, laminated, or aluminum tubes with precision and efficiency. Here’s why our clients across South Africa trust our machines:

  • Accurate Filling: Designed for low- to high-viscosity products such as face creams, hair gels, medicinal ointments, and lotions.

  • Clean Sealing: Heat sealing technology ensures secure and leak-proof tube seals.

  • Fast & Reliable: Reduce downtime and increase throughput with minimal maintenance.

  • Customizable Settings: Adjust fill volume, speed, and sealing type to suit your production needs.

  • Stainless Steel Construction: Ensures hygiene and compliance with industry regulations.

Applications Across Industries

Our tube filling and sealing systems are trusted across industries, including:

Cosmetic & Skincare Packaging

  • Face creams, hand lotions, sunscreens
  • Hair colour and treatment products
  • Natural and organic cosmetics

Pharmaceutical & Medical Packaging

  • Ointments, antiseptic creams, gels
  • Prescription topical medications
  • Veterinary creams and balms

Food & Condiment Tube Packaging

  • Mustard, sauces, mayonnaise, wasabi
  • Honey sticks, paste fillings

Industrial & Chemical Tube Packaging

  • Greases, lubricants, adhesives
  • Silicone sealants and epoxy pastes

 

No matter your product, we help ensure accurate fills, clean seals, and professional-looking packaging every time.

Machine Options Available

We offer a complete range of tube filling machines tailored to your output, tube material, and automation needs.

🔹 Semi-Automatic Tube Fillers

Best for start-ups, labs, or low-volume production. The operator loads each tube manually; the machine fills and seals it. These machines are compact, affordable, and easy to clean.

🔹 Fully Automatic Tube Filling and Sealing Machines

Ideal for high-output lines, these machines automate tube loading, orientation, filling, sealing, and discharge. They offer:

  • Fast changeover between products
  • Consistent sealing quality
  • Batch coding, trimming, and date marking

🔹 Metal Tube Crimping Machines

Designed specifically for aluminium tubes, these machines fill and then fold or crimp the end to create a tamper-evident seal — perfect for ointments and industrial applications.

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Why SA Packaging Machinery?

When you work with us, you’re getting more than a machine — you’re getting decades of expertise in packaging machinery in South Africa. Our tube filling systems are:

  • Operator-friendly with intuitive controls
  • Built for efficiency with precise dosing
  • Easy to clean and maintain
  • Customisable for different tube sizes and shapes
  • Backed by spares, training, and support

We also help you integrate these machines into automated packaging lines with options to connect to VVFS machines, cartoning, or secondary packaging systems.

Ready to Optimise Your Tube Packaging Line?

Not sure which tube filling and sealing machine is right for your product? Our expert team will assess your requirements and recommend the best solution to optimize your packaging line.

📞 Contact us today or request a free quote to learn more.

What types of tubes can these machines fill and seal?

Our machines are suitable for plastic, aluminum, and laminated tubes of various diameters and lengths.

Can I use the same machine for different products?

Yes, with the right cleaning process and settings, you can run multiple products on a single machine.

How long does delivery take?

Standard machines are often in stock and can be delivered within 7–10 working days. Custom orders may take longer.