About Us

Direct Adhesives have been supplying industrial adhesives since 1996. We have forged strong partnerships with our customers and supply partners, developing long-lasting relationships that really deliver. As Premium Partners of Henkel, we can offer the highest standards of performance and quality, combined with local knowledge and support, to help you get the best from your adhesive process.

Sustainability is a key area of focus in 2024 and with innovations such as Technomelt Supra 081 ECO, the world’s first carbon negative hot melt adhesive, you can start having an impact straight away. We can introduce you to novel ideas, such as pallet stabilisation with Technomelt Supra Easyflow, taking you through initial trials all the way to line installations, supporting you every step of the way.

We have partnerships with equipment providers such as Timmer Pumps GmbH and Power Adhesives Limited — the UK’s leading manufacturer of industrial glue guns and glue sticks. Power Adhesives are renowned for their innovative approach to hot melt technology, constantly pushing the boundaries of performance and sustainability. Their latest development, Tecbond 214B, is a groundbreaking biodegradable hot melt adhesive designed to reduce environmental impact without compromising on bond strength or versatility.

Through our close relationship with Power Adhesives, we’re able to supply cutting-edge hot melt systems tailored to diverse applications — from packaging and product assembly to flooring, woodworking, and display manufacture. Combined with our strong connections to all major adhesive equipment suppliers, we can facilitate every aspect of the bonding process. If it needs glueing, we can cover it all!

A big part of what makes us unique are the people that work at Direct Adhesives. With many years of experience and an in-depth knowledge of adhesives and their usage we can provide a pragmatic approach to your process. Here is a little bit more detail about our team, please don’t hesitate to get in touch if you need anything at all.

Warren Lisk

I have extensive sales experience and I am committed to making your experience seamless and stress-free. I take pride in building lasting relationships with our customers, understanding their needs, and ensuring they get the best solutions. Backed by our expert technical team and with access to our Premium Partners Henkel and Power Adhesives, I’ll connect you to quality products and helpful advice. You’re not just another customer—you’re my priority, and I’m here to support your business every step of the way.

warren@directadhesives.co.uk telephone: 01525 381111

Aidan Baldwin

With over 15 years experience in the packaging industry, I have particular expertise in adhesive dispensing. Having this knowledge and applying it at Direct Adhesives gives me a unique approach with my customers. I have seen lots of changes in the way customers produce their products and I can help them adopt the latest packaging techniques and adhesives. I am constantly striving to help my customers be the best they can be and I pride myself on helping my customers with any situation or issue they may encounter.

aidan@direct adhesives.co.uk mobile: 07467 510617

Jon McCaugherty

Having been in the adhesives industry for nearly 40 years, I have seen tremendous growth in new technology over that time. For example, Technomelt Supra Polyolefin hot melt adhesives (PO) for end of line packaging and Technomelt Cool technology to improve productivity have both become dominant in this market. Having a technical background helps me figure out the best way for my customers to optimise their use of adhesives. I particularly enjoy sharing adhesives knowledge, creating greater understanding and so, better utilisation of our adhesives as part of the production process.

jon@directadhesives.co.uk mobile: 07917 675206

Steve Morrow

With nearly 40 years in the fixings, fastenings, and adhesives industry, I’ve built a career on delivering technical solutions. My engineering background and broad experience—spanning aerospace, automotive, packaging, woodworking, and general manufacturing—help me match evolving production needs with the right adhesive technologies.

At Kenyon Group / Direct Adhesives, I have access to premium adhesives and equipment, allowing me to offer tailored solutions backed by excellent customer service. The most rewarding part of my role is working directly with customers in their facilities to ensure they get the best possible results.

stevemorrow@kenyon-group.co.uk Mobile: 07960 047020

Rob Phillips

For more than 20 years, I have been working for market leading adhesive companies, which has given me a deep understanding of differing market needs. I have held both technical and commercial roles, providing a broad business perspective. I am driven by a passion for delivering quantifiable differences for our customers and seeing the value that we can bring to them and their businesses. I enjoy sharing my experience and ensuring that we offer the very best in service, knowledge, technical support and sustainability.

rob@directadhesives.co.uk mobile: 07739 302284

Aaron Johnston

Since 2001 I have worked in the manufacturing operation for Direct Adhesives. In addition to running the production facility at our Coventry site, I am now also focussed on generating new business. Using my knowledge of adhesives manufacturing brings a fresh approach with our customers. Direct Adhesives have a unique business proposition, allowing them to be a “one-stop shop” for everything connected with adhesives and with my breadth of experience, I can help our customers benefit from that.

aaron@directadhesives.co.uk mobile: 07854 090240

Ben Walker

As part of the Technical Sales team at Direct Adhesives, I bring over a decade of experience in sales and marketing across a broad range of industries. My varied experience allows me to bring a fresh perspective to our customers, understanding their challenges and delivering solutions that improve efficiency and reduce costs. I have a strong focus on building long-term trusted relationships and supporting customers in optimising their adhesive systems.

ben@directadhesives.co.uk mobile: 07827 922358

James Hamilton

For over 25 years, I have worked at Kenyon Group, specialising in the woodworking and packaging industries. Delivering solutions to problems and helping my customers find the most efficient, cost effective way to produce their products is what drives me. The formation of the Kenyon/Direct Adhesive group increases our ability to help even more businesses get the best from their adhesive process and achieve their sustainability goals.

jameshamilton@kenyon-group.co.uk mobile: 07807 107309