Author: Ellis Fowler

With temperatures reaching record highs across the world during the summer period, the demand for HVAC units in households and workplaces continues to rise.

Manufacturers are facing the prospect of huge influxes of orders in preparation for next year’s summer, which will lead many to start thinking about the efficiency of both their product and production processes.

With the heatwave seemingly coming to an end, now is the ideal time for manufacturers to begin exploring alternative bonding technologies that could help them increase speed of production, without causing major production disruptions on introduction.

The addition of insulation

More modern HVAC units contain some form of insulation. Depending on the type of insulation and the area, this can either be used to reduce temperature loss inside of the unit, or prevent moisture from forming on components such as pipework.

It’s slowly becoming an essential part of HVAC systems that helps to reduce energy consumption, which in turn, will lower the customer’s running costs. Furthermore, it can help to preserve equipment inside of the unit, leading to a reduction in the number of callouts and repairs.

How the insulation is installed is another question. Careful consideration needs to be taken given the conditions a bond or fitting would need to withstand, including moisture and high temperatures. Alongside this, an adhesive or fixing will most likely need to bond to a number of different substrates including metal, foils, plastics, composite materials and of course, the insulation material itself.

Tecbond sprayable hot melts

The Tecbond spray system is an established technology that enables manufacturers to safely and securely bond a wide variety of construction and assembly materials without the usual drawbacks of other sprayable systems such as water and solvent-based adhesives.

Utilising compressed air alongside traditional hot melt technology, the system “spiralises” the hot melt, spreading it very finely over a wider area than can be achieved with a standard hot melt tool. Not only is this more effective for large surface bonding, hot melts are VOC-free, helping to reduce reliance on respiratory PPE associated with solvent-based systems.

For HVAC assembly specifically, Tecbond hot melts are a great option for securing insulation and other non structural components. Integrating these hot melts would present manufacturers with an initial cost saving, without causing huge changes or disruption to current production processes.

The biggest advantage hot melts have over the more established alternatives is their speed of set. Hot melts provide near instant bonds across a range of different materials, meaning manufacturers don’t have to wait several hours before moving the product through the production process. Alongside this, Tecbond sprayable hot melts have ample open time, allowing for larger pieces of material to be positioned and bonded, without the worry of the adhesive solidifying too early.

When the final bond is in place, the hot melt is unaffected by moisture, making it an ideal solution for bonding insulation to components that are prone to condensation buildup, and even prevent them from forming condensation entirely in the case of refrigerant lines.

To meet the rising demand for additional safety specifications, many Tecbond formulations are also UL 2395 certified, supporting compliance with relevant fire performance requirements, and ensuring long term performance under HVAC’s operating temperatures. This certification is updated yearly to ensure the adhesive always meets specifications.

How do hot melts compare with other HVAC adhesives?

Although limited to certain applications within units, Tecbond hot melt compares particularly well against some of the most common bonding methods currently used.

The table below highlights the strengths and potential limitations of each bonding method, and where hot melts may offer an advantage.

A faster, simpler route to HVAC bonding

As HVAC manufacturers prepare for potentially increased demand, improving assembly efficiency will be just as important as improving the performance of the unit itself.

Tecbond sprayable hot melts offer a practical solution for manufacturers looking to bond insulation and other non-structural materials quickly, without compromising on bond strength. Where speed of set, wide-area coverage, certification and process simplicity are priorities, these hot melts can provide a valuable alternative to more time-consuming bonding methods.

Next up in our People of Power spotlight: Michelle Swinge, one of our brilliant Sales Support Coordinators.

Michelle joined Power Adhesives in late 2024, and brought a wealth of customer service experience to the team. Responsible for looking after customers in the EMEA & APAC regions, Michelle reflected on her first few years at Power, her progression during that time, and where she sees Power in the future.

Background & Journey

1. How did your journey with Power Adhesives begin?

I came from the publishing industry where I worked in international sales.  So having been made redundant, I wanted another role within sales support and the role at Power Adhesives was ideal.  I work with mainly our European customers, along with our customers in Australia, NZ, India, Asia, South Africa and UAE.

2. What made you choose to stay with the company for so long?

I’ve just completed 2 years with the company.  I work with a great team and there’s a friendly culture at Power Adhesives.  Staff wellbeing is really important here and I enjoy the various activities that are organised throughout the year.  I also work with great customers from across the globe.

3. How has your role evolved over the years?

Within a year I was training and mentoring new team members.  Supporting other departments, which has been great for training and getting to know other colleagues throughout the business.  I now carry out audits within the company.

4. How would you describe the company culture in three words?

Friendly, supportive, ambitious.

Innovation & Leadership

5. What’s one innovation or project you’ve worked on that you’re most proud of?

One of things I’m most proud of is developing and maintaining a centralised system to closely monitor our international orders from the point of order through to dispatch. It gives me a clear overview of open orders and their progress, helping me stay organised and ensure nothing gets missed.

With international customers, there can be a lot of moving parts, so having a clear overview allows me to stay proactive rather than simply reacting when something goes wrong. It helps me identify potential delays early, coordinate with the relevant teams and keep our distributors updated with accurate, real-time information.

Although it’s something that happens behind the scenes, I’m proud of the difference it makes to our customer service. Our distributors know where their orders stand, what they can expect and that their orders are being actively monitored. For me, it’s about making the whole process as smooth and reliable as possible.

6. How does Power Adhesives stay ahead in the industry?

Putting our customers first and listening to them.  Continuing to develop our products and be the best at what we do.

7. How have you seen technology or processes change since you started?

The development of new applicators and adhesives, in particular biodegradable adhesives.  We have also implemented a new CRM.

People & Teamwork

8. What do you enjoy most about working with your team?

Everyone is friendly here and we get on really well.  We support and help each other and we have a really supportive manager.

9. Are there any mentors or colleagues who have had a big impact on your career?

Yes, when I joined the team I had a great mentor who had 20 years experience in the industry.  I was able to gain valuable knowledge of the customers and our products.

Future

10. Where do you see Power Adhesives heading in the next 5–10 years?

Continuing to grow and be at the forefront of biodegradable adhesives.

Governments are beginning to take more action on rising waste volumes, and to achieve long-term climate goals. In line with these initiatives, the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) was announced in early 2025, with the first legal framework published in February of that year.

From that point, product manufacturers and their distribution partners needed to begin the process of understanding what their product and transport packaging contained.

With new legislations being enforced from 12^th August that focus on a reduction in certain materials, and manufacturers needing to provide a Declaration of Conformity for every packaging type entering the EU, this represents an ideal time for manufacturers, suppliers and converters to look into all their packaging components, including adhesives, and switching out materials that could threaten their ability to meet compliance criteria further down the line.

The role of adhesives – Thinking about the future

Certain packaging formats, such as tea bags, fruit stickers, and very lightweight carrier bags, must be compostable in industrial composting facilities by mid-2027. Adhesives used in these products will need to be proven compostable to maintain compliance.

And from 2035, packaging must be recyclable at scale. Meaning it’s collected, sorted, and processed in real-world recycling systems. Adhesives that contaminate recovered fibres or disrupt processing will count against recyclability scoring.

Despite making up a very small percentage of the overall packaging, adhesives play a pivotal role in recyclability or compostability of packaging, particularly under PPWR.

Currently, many adhesives used to assemble/close cartons are considered contaminants in common recycling and composting streams, as they can clog machinery, or invalidate a composting certification.

Even when adhesives are scraped from the substrate prior to recycling or composting, most are not designed to break down under naturally occurring circumstances, and end up being sent to landfill where they just sit with the rest of the waste. This is where companies are beginning to consider more eco-conscious alternatives.

It’s important to understand however, that not all “sustainable” adhesives are created equal, and not all are designed with end-of-life treatment in mind.

Adhesives claiming to be “sustainable” could fall under many different categories including:

• Bio-based – Made from biological and renewable resources.
• Biodegradable – Something that breaks down into simpler substances, under specified conditions, and can then be consumed by micro-organisms.
• Recyclable – Material that can be used again, usually after undergoing an industrial process.
• Compostable – Materials that can be used as compost upon their eventual decay.

It’s therefore important for manufacturers to do sufficient research, and understand the most likely (and appropriate) end-of-life stream their packaging will end up in, and choose the adhesive accordingly.

Biodegradable vs Recyclable: What’s the difference?

Despite both being sustainability claims, adhesives being biodegradable does not mean they’re recyclable and vice-versa.

Recyclability concerns whether a material or packaging item can enter a recycling process and be converted into usable material.

Biodegradability concerns whether a material can break down through biological processes under appropriate conditions.

Choosing a biodegradable adhesive isn’t about replacing the need for recyclable packaging. Instead, it can be considered as another way of reducing the environmental impact of the materials used within that packaging.

So why choose a biodegradable hot melt?

Adhesives are an overlooked component when manufacturers are looking for more eco-conscious methods to attain their sustainability goals and reach compliance under PPWR. If now is the time manufacturers are looking at every other component in their packaging, why should the adhesive be exempt?

Although not always recyclable, biodegradable adhesives are far less likely to contaminate recycling streams, especially if this adhesive is certified to standards that reflect a components impact in recycling processes, such as CHIRA.

Moreover, if you choose an adhesive with official certifications, it can bolster your own product and make your business more credible.

Why Tecbond biodegradable presents the ideal solution

For carton converters already using hot melts, Tecbond Biodegradable hot melt adhesives are a quick, easy solution that slot straight into established production processes. The adhesives are all based on established products in the Tecbond range, but formulated to biodegrade in naturally occurring environmental conditions.

Released in 2024, with new adhesive solutions added in 2025 and 2026 respectively, the range covers all packaging applications and machinery, from manual packaging solutions requiring a handheld glue gun, to large-scale bulk machinery where application and setting speed is crucial.

What sets the Tecbond range apart from other biodegradable options, is the certification and thorough testing conducted on them to ensure they’re compatible with PPWR legislation. These certifications include:

• ASTM D6400 – A standard specification in the United States for solid material biodegradation in industrial composting conditions. Covers plastics and product made from plastics.
• EN13432 – The European standard inclusive of ASTM D6400, as well as measuring soil and eco toxicity and disintegration.
• CHIRA – Packaging evaluation to determine material is non-impactful in fibre-based recycling processes. Conducted by Cyclos-HTP institute.

The biodegradation process begins upon exposure to UV light and oxygen. These initiate the breakdown of the long-chain polymers, giving micro-organisms the ability to consume the material as they would with natural waste.

This irreversible process only requires the consistent presence of oxygen to continue the breakdown, with the addition of heat accelerating the process. Once the adhesive has fully broken down, the only material left behind is a mixture of non-harmful products (in line with specifications tested in EN13432).

Conclusion

If PPWR is making you rethink your packaging, why stop at just the materials and coatings? Once businesses have considered whether their packaging can be recycled, they can start looking at the individual components that make up the packaging. By switching from a conventional adhesive to a biodegradable alternative, manufacturers have another opportunity to consider the environmental impact of their packaging without compromising the performance of the adhesive itself.

With regulations becoming more stringent, and the 2027 compostable products deadline fast approaching, now is the perfect time to look at how Tecbond biodegradable adhesives can keep your products compliant, and even run significant trials to make sure they’re the right fit.

We start Q3 with another member of our sales team – Francesco Lodeto.

Franco joined Power Adhesives over 20 years ago, and in that time, has been part of some of the companies biggest milestones. Franco spoke to us about how the business, and his role within the business, has changed and adapted over the years with market trends and what he’s looking forward to seeing in the future.

Background & Journey

1. How did your journey with Power Adhesives begin?

I was working as a store manager for an audio and electronics retailer but was looking for a career change, and free weekends. I saw an advert for a bilingual sales job and applied for it. I’m still here 21 years later.

2. What made you choose to stay with the company for so long?

No day is ever the same here at Power Adhesives. I talk to different people in different countries every day, and that makes my job interesting. Also, I really do believe in the products we make. They are the best of British engineering, and I am confident when I talk to my customers.

3. How has your role evolved over the years?

I started in the sales office, processing orders, organising shipments and doing some translations for brochures and catalogues in French and Italian. As years went by, I started to get more involved in helping and supporting customers with their queries and with technical advice.

4. How would you describe the company culture in three words?

Avant-garde, nurturing and accessible.

Innovation & Leadership

5. What’s one innovation or project you’ve worked on that you’re most proud of?

Though I haven’t been involved in the developing of new products, I did write a piece of music for our company’s telephone system so that if you were put on hold, you could listen to it. It was called “Stick with me”.

6. How does Power Adhesives stay ahead in the industry?

Power Adhesives never stops researching and creating new products. If you look at our range, there’s an adhesive for every application and for different industries, from packaging to wind turbine manufacturing.

7. How have you seen technology or processes change since you started?

We are the first manufacturer in the world to have formulated a biodegradable shaped hot melt adhesive. We also make the best spray adhesives on the market, and we continue to develop new grades for different applications.

People & Teamwork

8. What do you enjoy most about working with your team?

Everyone I work with is accessible and helpful, regardless of their position in the company.

9. Are there any mentors or colleagues who have had a big impact on your career?

When I first joined Power Adhesives, the Export Sales Manager was a gentleman called Gary Greenslade. Though he passed away 16 years ago, he’s still fondly remembered by our distributors for being easy to talk to and fun to be with. I travelled with him a few times and our customers genuinely looked forward to his visits. He was very professional and I learned a lot from him.

Future

10. Where do you see Power Adhesives heading in the next 5–10 years?

In 5-10 years I see Power Adhesives growing even more, with eco-conscious products like our biodegradable adhesives and technical products worldwide.

Meet the next feature in our People of Power series — Carly Newman 🙌

As Marketing Manager, Carly has spent the last 15 years helping shape the voice, identity, and direction of the Power brand. Carly spoke to us about how both her role and the business have evolved over the years, alongside highlighting some of her proudest moments during her time at Power.

Background & Journey

1. How did your journey with Power Adhesives begin?

I started with the business in 2011 as a junior member of the Media team. I worked on a lot of the company’s print materials, including brochures, leaflets and catalogues, and wrote copy for press releases, blogs and emails.

2. What made you choose to stay with the company for so long?

Power Adhesives is a good company to work for, and I’ve been lucky that my role has grown as my skills and knowledge have developed. I’ve been able to grow professionally through different opportunities for progression and training, which I’m very grateful for.

3. How has your role evolved over the years?

I started out in a junior creative role working on marketing materials and copy and gradually took on more responsibility running projects and campaigns, and in 2019 was promoted to Marketing Manager. I was able to study for a CIM qualification a few years later and now have overall responsibility for Marketing within the business, creating the marketing strategy and plan, as well as managing the delivery and budget.

4. How would you describe the company culture in three words?

Ambitious, Authentic, Supportive

Innovation & Leadership

5. What’s one innovation or project you’ve worked on that you’re most proud of?

The new website and brand refresh project was a whole team effort, but simplifying our portfolio of sub brands, creating a stronger story to improve brand recognition, and redesigning the website journey with the user in mind were huge projects and I’m proud of the work that the team did and the difference it’s made.

6. How does Power Adhesives stay ahead in the industry?

As the only manufacturer that designs and produces a complete hot melt system, we have full control over the results and that’s a great proposition for our customers, especially combined with the technical support that we offer. As a business we’re constantly innovating and have pioneered new technologies such as spray and biodegradable hot melts, and I’m sure there’ll be more to come.

7. How have you seen technology or processes change since you started?

There’s been a lot of change! The Media team that I first became part of has evolved over the years to become the Marketing function of the business, performing a much more central role in the company’s growth and direction. More structured processes have also been introduced throughout the business as it’s grown, supported by new technology like the recent introduction of a new CRM.

People & Teamwork

8. What do you enjoy most about working with your team?

There’s a strong sense of teamwork and collaboration throughout the business, but there’s a particularly supportive culture within the Marketing team where we share ideas and ownership and pull together when there’s pressure to meet a deadline.

9. Are there any mentors or colleagues who have had a big impact on your career?

I’ve been lucky enough to work with a lot of talented, knowledgeable people over the years and I’ve learned from all of them. My line managers in the Media team taught me a lot about running a department, connecting with people and creating a team culture, as well as supporting my growth with new opportunities. Our previous company Directors, and Julia Edmeades, were also incredibly supportive of my development when I first stepped into my current role.

Future

10. Where do you see Power Adhesives heading in the next 5–10 years?

I think Power Adhesives will continue innovating and challenging what’s possible with hot melt adhesives, while expanding into new markets and strengthening its distributor base even further.

Continuing on our deep dive in the Power Adhesives Commercial Team, this month we’re focusing on Charlotte Hills, our Account Manager for the USA & Strategic Accounts. Since joining the business back in early 2023, Charlotte has been an integral part of the sales team, progressing through the business into the role she’s in today. You can read more about Charlotte’s journey and her thoughts on the business below:

Background & Journey

1. How did your journey with Power Adhesives begin?

My journey began in January 2023 as a Sales Support Coordinator working with our US based customers. I was responsible for the entering of all US orders and planning and arranging the shipping of stock to the US to fulfil these orders.

2. What made you choose to stay with the company for so long?

I appreciate that the company supports progression and has continually supported me throughout my different roles. I get to work amongst lovely colleagues, we all really support each other every day.

3. How has your role evolved over the years?

I began as a Sales Support Coordinator for the US before moving into an Internal Sales role where I covered the UK, US and the Nordics. I eventually moved into my role now as an Account Manager for USA and Strategic Accounts.

4. How would you describe the company culture in three words?

Collaborative, Agile, Evolving

Innovation & Leadership

5. What’s one innovation or project you’ve worked on that you’re most proud of?

In my new role I am proud of my work on developing and extending our Private Label portfolio. Customers have been able to strengthen and widen their own product ranges by putting their trust in our products to carry their brand.

6. How does Power Adhesives stay ahead in the industry?

We spend a lot of time with our customers listening to feedback on their markets. This gives us insight into areas to expand, and ways in which our hotmelt systems can provide new solutions. We look into niche applications where our adhesive is integral in the final product, and we provide the full system with compatible applicators that work with every grade.

7. How have you seen technology or processes change since you started?

A lot has changed since I started! To name a few we have seen several new adhesives and applicators launched, a full biodegradable range, and integration of a new CRM system and data platforms that help us all day to day. We have come away from a lot of manual processes, and several areas have become significantly more streamlined.

People & Teamwork

8. What do you enjoy most about working with your team?

There is a really lovely sense of collaboration between us all. Everyone gets on so well, we all know that we can rely on each other for support whenever needed. There is no such thing as a silly question!

9. Are there any mentors or colleagues who have had a big impact on your career?

I am thankful that a lot of colleagues at Power Adhesives have had a positive impact on my career. A lot of growth came from my time in the Sales Support team and from my manager at the time, Joanna Mallinson. I was always encouraged to develop and was given training to allow me to progress to where I am now.

Future

10. Where do you see Power Adhesives heading in the next 5–10 years?

I see us growing even further into new markets and becoming a well-known name globally.

When manufacturers are looking for a bonding solution that gives a near-instant hold and offers larger surface coverage, their initial thoughts are to look for an aerosol spray solution. For years, these options have provided a convenient and, on the surface, cheap solution to their issue.

However, over the past few years, scrutiny has increased around these adhesives, due to their impact on the environment, and the hazards they pose to workers if not used correctly. As these concerns continue to grow, manufacturers are beginning to rethink what they actually need from a spray adhesive. Rather than prioritising convenience alone, there is a clear shift towards solutions that offer greater control, improved safety, and reduced environmental impact – without compromising on performance.

This is where sprayable hot melt systems, such as the Tecbond spray range, are changing the way people approach their bonding tasks.

The drawback of aerosol spray adhesives

• Health and Safety Risks – Although there is a major focus on the respiratory problems inhaling solvents can cause, this isn’t the only health and safety issue around solvent-based adhesive systems. Many people can experience skin and eye irritation when exposed to airborne solvents. They’re also highly flammable, and can combust when exposed to direct sunlight or increased room temperatures, so careful control of storage and working environment is required.
• Environmental Impact – The volatile organic compounds (VOC’s) present in solvents are a huge contributor to air pollution, with evidence of both water contamination and soil pollution in scenarios where solvent-based products aren’t disposed of correctly.
• Cost Inefficiencies – Although the initial cost outlay seems minimal when assessed per can of adhesive, most jobs will take several cans of adhesive to complete, which soon adds up, along with the associated disposal costs. Alongside this, many solvent-based adhesives are colourless when applied, leading to overspray and waste product.
• Inconsistent application – Coupled with the overspray, many spray cans will experience changes in pressure and output dependant on how the adhesive is applied. This can lead to heavy patches and uneven coatings.

What are manufacturers looking for in an alternative?

The three main components most manufacturers are now looking for in an adhesive system are safety, speed, and bond strength. A solvent/VOC free solution is a great thing, but it’s difficult to adopt a different technology if it doesn’t meet the manufacturers time requirements, or bond the same substrates that a current or established solution does.

Moreover, if a solution can speed up processes, while providing the same bonding performance, it’s easier to integrate into the production cycle.

The Tecbond Spray System

Part of the Power Adhesives range of solutions, the Tecbond spray system utilises compressed air, in conjunction with hot melt technology to provide a more user-friendly, eco-conscious and faster alternative to spray cans.

Unlike a regular hot melt tool that dispenses adhesive in a bead, Tec spray tools such as the Tec 6300 and Tec 7300 create a swirl-like pattern that offers greater surface coverage and visibility, without minimising bonding quality.

The system is already widely used in the product assembly and construction industry, where it can be found as a component in mattresses, cushioned furniture, mobility equipment and vehicle interiors to name a few. In recent years, the system has been trialled in the high-pressure laminate industry when adding outer layers to worktops and indoor furnishings.

The key advantages over aerosols

1. Safer for operators

As hot melts are 100% solid material and are VOC-free, there’s are minimal health & safety risks involved. The lack of harmful propellants means operators do not need any respiratory PPE when using the system, nor do businesses need any air extraction equipment to keep their workers safe.

2. More environmentally responsible

Outside of user safety, the absence of VOCs means there’s no air pollution created from the bonding process. Additionally, there is no waste product either, so there’s a much lower risk of any soil or water pollution that’s usually associated with spray can disposal.

3. Cost-Effectiveness

Unlike their solvent-based counterparts, Tecbond hot melts are visible when sprayed, allowing users to accurately control not only the amount of adhesive they’re applying, but where they’re applying it. This greatly reduces overspray and keeps the cost-per-bond down. Despite the initial outlay for equipment and setup, the long-term cost saving when comparing hot melt slugs to aerosol cans is significant.

4. Overall Performance

Despite using less adhesive, Tecbond hot melts will match and even outperform the best solvent-based spray adhesives on almost any common building material. Not only this, but their speed of set is what really sets hot melts apart from other adhesives, particularly solvent-based types that require a “flashing-off” period of several hours. In comparison, Tecbond hot melts will provide a near-instant bond and set within minutes.

The next step in performance bonding

Aerosol spray adhesives are slowly becoming an outdated solution. Although convenient and easy to just grab-and-go, the issues around their safety and waste can not be overlooked by modern manufacturing businesses.

The Tecbond spray system is more than just another alternative, it’s the next step in a more eco-conscious look at bonding. By eliminating the need for propellants, reducing waste, and giving operators greater control, they address many of the long-standing challenges associated with traditional spray cans—without sacrificing performance.

For more information on the Tecbond spray system, contact our sales team or check out our sprayable solutions here.

Next up in our People of Power series we have Carrie Price, one of our Sales Support Coordinators responsible for the UK and bulk adhesive products.

Carrie has been at the business for three years now and in that time, has held several positions within the company, displaying a keen product knowledge and versatility which has been vital in helping the business grow. Read our full interview with her below:

Background & Journey

1.  How did your journey with Power Adhesives begin?

I first Joined Power Adhesives Ltd in 2023 under the role of Sales Support Coordinator, later taking on the role of Lab Technician which has helped to gain further insight into the business and technical aspects of our adhesive, and in 2024 I moved back to the Sales team bringing that knowledge with me.

2. What made you choose to stay with the company for so long?

Ultimately, the company culture and the lovely colleagues that I’ve worked alongside.

3. How has your role evolved over the years?

Moving from Sales, to the Lab, and training in different areas over the years I’ve been at the company have really shaped my role as a whole. I currently manage UK customers and our distribution of specialist HB Fuller products.

4. How would you describe the company culture in three words?

Welcoming, Development, Wellbeing.

Innovation & Leadership

5. What’s one innovation or project you’ve worked on that you’re most proud of?

While in the Lab, working toward developing new adhesive formulations is among one of my proudest moments with the company, alongside successful onboarding of new distributors within the Sales team.

6. How does Power Adhesives stay ahead in the industry?

By continuing to strive for new innovations in hot melt adhesive technology, and maintaining a well-respected brand.

7. How have you seen technology or processes change since you started?

I’ve seen the release of the 3500 applicators, along with the biodegradable range, along with many process changes to improve the business function and day to day.

People & Teamwork

8. What do you enjoy most about working with your team?

I love that we all get along really well, no one sits back to let others take more of the workload. We have a strong sense of support and collaboration as a team, communicate openly, and keep each other motivated.

9. Are there any mentors or colleagues who have had a big impact on your career?

Yes, I’ve been fortunate to have mentors and colleagues at Power Adhesives and previous employers who have challenged me to grow beyond my comfort zone. Their guidance has played a key role in shaping both my overall skillset & confidence.

Future

10. Where do you see Power Adhesives heading in the next 5–10 years?

I can see the company continuing to grow and expand further into specialist applications and new industries, especially as businesses are looking to move away from adhesive that requires PPE. I would love to see the biodegradable adhesive business flourish even further going forward too.