Our New Factory – One Year On!
It’s been quite a year for us at Wessex Chemicals and Wessex Manufacturing. As our business has continued to grow, we soon outgrew our old factory site. This led us to search for a new premises that could meet the demands of our expanding manufacturing operations—and support the next stage of our journey.
Welcome to Unit 4, Royal Oak Way!
It’s taken us a little while to settle in and get everything fully up and running, but we think now’s the perfect time to give you a tour of our new facilities and the fantastic space we have to grow into!
Our new main factory floor is so vast, it’s almost impossible to capture it all in a single photo!
At roughly four times the size of our previous site, the difference that extra space makes is clear to see. You can see our large filling machine on the right and the mixing tanks on the left.
Raw materials are now stored conveniently close to our mixing units, making production faster, safer, and more efficient.
Storage was always a challenge at our previous site. Our new facility solves that with plenty of extra space—including a handy mezzanine floor that’s perfect for holding empty bottles until they’re ready to be filled. We can now store tens of thousands of bottles on-site, making our production process more efficient than ever.
We now have plenty of room to store completed orders while they await dispatch. This extra space means we can respond to demand more quickly and ensure goods reach our customers without delay.
Working smarter has always been our goal, and the extra space makes a real difference. We can now manufacture products further in advance, ensuring stock is ready to go as soon as demand rises and our customers need it.
For our larger customers, we’ve created a dedicated goods out area to store their orders. This ensures everything stays organized and their products remain separate from other customers’ orders. This dedicated system also makes it easier to move orders onto freight, streamlining the process and improving overall efficiency.
Our new site included the perfect spot for a laboratory. As you can see in the photo on the right, we now have a purpose-built chemistry lab where our chemists can carry out their work in a modern, dedicated space.
The photo on the left shows our smaller lab space, located right on the factory floor. This convenient setup allows for QC testing of manufactured formulations, ensuring quality and consistency every step of the way.
We now have plenty of office space at our new site! The photo on the left shows our main office area (with the lab right in the middle), while the photo on the right highlights the office space on the factory floor—making it easier for production staff to access IT and phones without needing to leave the floor.
And of course, we haven’t forgotten about our downtime. Our new site includes a dedicated kitchen and break room designed to give the team a comfortable space to relax and recharge. With modern appliances, seating areas, and plenty of room, it’s the perfect spot for taking a break during a busy day. Creating a welcoming and practical environment for our employees was an important part of the move, and we’re proud to have a space that supports both their well-being and sense of community.
Our move to Unit 4, Royal Oak Way North marks an exciting new chapter for Wessex Chemicals and Wessex Manufacturing. With more space, modern facilities, and improved workflows, we’re better equipped than ever to serve our customers and support our team.
We’re proud of how far we’ve come—and even more excited about what lies ahead. Thank you for being part of our journey. Watch this space for more updates, innovations, and insights from our new home!
