Industrial Adhesives for Packaging, Print, Woodworking & Construction
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Supporting end-of-line packaging, bookbinding and graphic arts, woodworking, roofing, construction, and product assembly with proven adhesive solutions that keep production moving.
At Direct Adhesives, we specialise in supplying and supporting industrial adhesive solutions for high-volume, process-driven applications. From carton sealing and case closing to bookbinding, edge banding, product assembly, and construction bonding, we help manufacturers optimise performance, reduce costs, and improve efficiency across their production lines.
Behind countless products and manufactured components are the essential bonding materials that keep production moving. As a trusted sustainable industrial adhesives supplier, we focus on solutions that reduce waste, improve efficiency, and optimise adhesive usage across high-volume production environments.
We understand that the right adhesive solutions are critical to the success of any manufacturing process, whether you’re packaging finished products, binding books, assembling furniture, or installing roofing systems. Our versatile solutions are engineered to deliver exceptional strength and reliability across a wide range of substrates, including cardboard, plastic, wood, metal, and rubber.
The manufacturing process for adhesives is as diverse as the applications themselves. From high-speed end-of-line packaging and product assembly to woodworking and construction, adhesives offer a comprehensive range of options to suit every bonding need. Traditional mechanical fastening methods, once common in many manufacturing processes, are being increasingly replaced by advanced adhesive products that offer superior adhesion, lower manufacturing costs, and streamlined production processes.
Selecting the right product involves considering factors such as environmental conditions, the specific needs of your assembly, and the materials involved.
Our extensive range of adhesives includes everything from liquid and paste adhesives to hot melt solutions, pressure-sensitive adhesives, tapes, and sealants, each designed to meet the unique demands of different industries and applications.
Delivering Practical, Production-Ready Adhesive Solutions as Your Trusted Adhesive Supplier
The advantages of using adhesives are clear: they enable faster production speeds, enhance product reliability, and often result in significant savings by reducing the need for mechanical fasteners and other traditional joining methods. With decades of experience and a proven track record, established brands like Henkel continue to innovate, offering quality products that set the standard for strength and performance worldwide, particularly in packaging, assembly, and industrial manufacturing.
In the UK, the adhesives market is supported by a network of specialists who provide not only a comprehensive range of adhesive products but also expert advice and technical services. Whether your business requires carton sealing, case closing, bookbinding, edge banding, product assembly, or construction bonding, our knowledgeable team is here to help you create the right solution for your specific needs.
By staying at the forefront of industry trends and maintaining a robust stock of quality adhesives, we ensure our customers always have access to the latest and most suitable products for their applications – no matter the sector, scale, or challenge.
INNOVATION FOCUS: TECHNOMELT SUPRA 081 ECO
The first carbon negative hot melt adhesive, Technomelt Supra 081 ECO will reduce your carbon footprint with every kg that you use. It has all of the features that you rely on from the Supra family of products, reliable, consistent performance with the peace of mind provided by its food safe and recyclability credentials.
What can we glue for you?
Direct Adhesives are Premium Partners of Henkel and since 1996, we have helped our customers improve their production processes. Henkel are the largest manufacturer of adhesives in the world and they continue to invest in new technology to improve performance and allow customers to reduce their impact on the environment.
We support you by optimising adhesive usage, reducing costs and adding value to your products.
On-site support, training and process analysis are the reasons why our customers rely on our expertise and see us as a trusted partner. Our experienced, responsive and knowledgeable team, combined with the advanced adhesive technologies developed by Henkel and Power Adhesives means that you get the best possible experience by working with us.
We are Premium Partners of Power Adhesives and supply their full range of hot melt glue guns and glue sticks, as well a huge range of other products too. New for 2025, we have joined with Kenyon Adhesives and through the group now supply via www.gluegunsdirect.com, the exceptional e-commerce website for everything you could possibly need in the realm of adhesives!
There are plenty of links throughout our site, so why not see what we can GLUE for you. If you need more help, please call us on 01525 381111 or drop us an email: info@directadhesives.co.uk
