Wessex Manufacturing Network members got an insight into packaging and recycling when they visited DSSmith in Devizes this month.

DSSmith is part of a multi billion pound turnover company specialising in becoming the leading supplier of recycled packaging for consumer goods.

The Devizes factory employs 185 people and supplies predominantly into the food and drink sector with highly decorative shelf-ready packaging, which is the core of the Devizes business.

Any manufacturers interested in joining this network can email Stefan Barbaruk at stefan@wessexchambers. org.uk The next Manufacturing Network visit will be to P&B Weir Electrical in Corsham on January 30.

* Wessex Chambers will hold a workshop about social media on December 9 from 10am-1pm at White Horse Business Centre in Trowbridge.

For tickets, costing £30 for members and £40 for non members, email info@wiltshirebizsupport.co.uk