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Breakthrough chemical technology for ultimate performance

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Strengthening your business with precise solutions under one CohesiveTec umbrella.

Overview

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CohesiveTec is the strength that binds the construction and manufacturing industries across Asia Pacific. From chemical formulation to branded adhesives, contract manufacturing to contract filling, we set the standard on strong, safe, sustainable solutions that are reliable. They must be, because they quietly shape our world.

Connection is everything, so we work closely with manufacturers, infrastructure suppliers and global supply chains, solving problems and creating breakthroughs. We make it easy by integrating our capabilities under the one CohesiveTec umbrella, so every aspect of a product’s lifecycle is formulated in house.

We’re proud of our history, developing a depth and breadth of chemical technology, created and tested in our laboratories and applied to all our branded and white label products. Proven solutions giving our customers an edge, developed on a responsible foundation to protect the environment, our people and the planet.

In a world that’s building faster, smarter and more sustainably, it’s critical our customers, and their customers, can be sure of strong, innovative products that hold it all together. CohesiveTec comprehensively delivers that assurance.

Our technologies

  • Aerosols
  • Contact adhesives
  • PU adhesives
  • MS Polymers
  • Silicones
  • Binders
  • Coatings
  • Tapes
Company Overview

CohesiveTec is the strength that binds the construction and manufacturing industries across Asia Pacific. From chemical formulation to branded adhesives, contract manufacturing to contract filling, we set the standard on strong, safe, sustainable solutions that are reliable. They must be, because they quietly shape our world.

Company Overview

Connection is everything, so we work closely with manufacturers, infrastructure suppliers and global supply chains, solving problems and creating breakthroughs. We make it easy by integrating our capabilities under the one CohesiveTec umbrella, so every aspect of a product’s lifecycle is formulated in house.

Company Overview

We’re proud of our history, developing a depth and breadth of chemical technology, created and tested in our laboratories and applied to all our branded and white label products. Proven solutions giving our customers an edge, developed on a responsible foundation to protect the environment, our people and the planet.

Company Overview

In a world that’s building faster, smarter and more sustainably, it’s critical our customers, and their customers, can be sure of strong, innovative products that hold it all together. CohesiveTec comprehensively delivers that assurance.

Our technologies

  • Aerosols
  • Contact adhesives
  • PU adhesives
  • Sealants
  • Silicones
  • Binders
  • Coatings
  • Tapes

Our Purpose

We're here to help shape a stronger world, by empowering our customers to achieve their goals - simply, safely and sustainably.

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Our Values

  • Performance

    We take full ownership of our work, creating products and systems that over perform, giving customers full confidence.

  • Team

    We collaborate across roles, regions and responsibilities. Together we build trust, momentum and a shared future.

  • Trust

    Trust is earned through consistency, care and commitment. It’s more than a value, it’s the outcome of how we work, with everyone.

Our Markets

We have a strong presence throughout Asia Pacific working with construction and manufacturing sectors including flooring, woodworking, foam and upholstery, composite, HVAC, marine and transportation. Multiple brands and companies under one CohesiveTec umbrella.

  • New Zealand

    Sabre New Zealand

  • Australia

    CohesiveTec Australia (formerly Quin Global Asia Pacific)

    Sabre Australia

  • India

    Quin India

  • Asia

    CohesiveTec Malaysia (formerly Quin Global Malaysia)

History

A new force in adhesive technology

Quin Global launches across Australia, the US, and the UK, introducing canister adhesive technology propelled with CO2. The Tensor® and Tensorgrip® brands, alongside private-label solutions, enter the market, establishing an early reputation for reliability and technical expertise.

Tensor and Tensorgrip brands are launched plus private label.

2012

Growing demand, growing capability

A move to a larger facility supports rising demand, while an in-house laboratory accelerates private-label formulation development and quality control.

2016

CO-REZ technology raises the bar

The exclusive CO-REZ system is introduced, delivering more adhesive with less propellant through an optimised resin-to-gas matrix—boosting coverage, lowering VOCs, and reinforcing Tensor® as a trusted choice in the market.

2017

Expansion into India & Asia Pacific

Quin Global Australia enters the India and Asia Pacific markets, building new distribution networks and private-label partnerships, and formally becomes Quin Global Asia Pacific.

2018

Aeropac is born

With the purchase of its first aerosol filling line, Quin Global Asia Pacific launches Aeropac, bringing aerosol contract filling in-house and expanding production capacity.

2019

Triple ISO certification

Achieves ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001, recognising excellence in quality, environmental management, and workplace safety.

2021

Strengthening our footprint in India

Quin Global India PVT Ltd is formed and establishes 3PL operations to support growing demand and ensure reliable supply across the region.

2022

Expanding Australian distribution

Opens a dedicated warehouse facility in New South Wales to enhance service and supply across Australia.

2023

South-East Asia growth & another industry first

Sets up an office and 3PL in Malaysia to improve regional service and becomes the first Australian manufacturer to propel aerosols using CO2, demonstrating leadership in adhesive technology.

2024

A strategic leap forward

Quin Global Asia Pacific acquires Sabre Adhesives, expanding capabilities, product range, and market reach across Australasia.

2025

A new era: CohesiveTec

Quin Global Asia Pacific rebrands as CohesiveTec, uniting six companies and five brands under a single, cohesive identity, setting the stage for the next chapter of chemical technology that connects people, processes, and products with precision and reliability.

2026

Executive Team

Ricky Earl Ricky Earl
Managing Director

Ricky is the Managing Director of CohesiveTec, leading the company and its Executive Committee (ExCo) team since 2012 and playing a pivotal role in its evolution into a high-performance manufacturing business. As the company entered a new phase of innovation, and produced its first canisters in 2012, Ricky stepped into senior leadership to establish and scale CohesiveTec’s manufacturing capabilities. With deep experience in adhesives and advanced production systems, Ricky continues to champion innovation, operational excellence, and customer-focused growth – values that strongly align with CohesiveTec’s mission to deliver safer, faster and more sustainable bonding technologies.

Deborah Kay Deborah Kay
Financial Controller

Deborah is the Financial Controller at CohesiveTec, providing strategic financial leadership that underpins sound governance, operational discipline and informed decision-making across the business. She plays a critical role in shaping financial strategy, supporting growth initiatives and ensuring long-term financial stability. With deep expertise in financial systems, processes and modelling, Deb leads budgeting, forecasting, compliance and reporting while continuously strengthening the financial frameworks that support CohesiveTec’s operations. Her analytical, commercial approach enables clarity, accountability and confident decision-making which supports the group’s continued growth.

Matthew Spandow Matthew Spandow
Global Sales & Strategy Director

Matthew is the Global Sales & Strategy Director at CohesiveTec, leading international commercial strategy, organisational growth and cross-regional performance. He brings strong expertise in strategic leadership, complex solution development and executive management. Matthew drives initiatives that align global markets, streamline operations, and position CohesiveTec for long-term success. He also oversees the company’s R&D direction, ensuring innovation remains tightly connected to customer needs and commercial outcomes. Matthew plays a key role in shaping CohesiveTec’s global trajectory with his decisive leadership and ability to unify teams across regions.

Sheila Panchani Sheila Panchani
Global Marketing Director

Sheila is the Global Marketing Director at CohesiveTec bringing strong commercial acumen and a proven track record of exceeding marketing and business objectives. She leads CohesiveTec’s brand direction across the APAC region, translating technical expertise into clear, commercial value. Her strengths include developing and executing go-to-market initiatives, leading multi million dollar product launches, delivering integrated campaigns and building high-performing teams. Sheila’s leadership ensures cohesive, customer-centric marketing that strengthens brand presence and drives sustainable business growth.

Nick Dunlop Nick Dunlop
Operations Manager

Nick Dunlop is the Operations Manager at CohesiveTec, where he leads manufacturing performance, process optimisation, international supply chain direction, and day to day operational efficiency. With a strong mechanical engineering background and hands on experience across R&D and product development, Nick brings a practical, solutions driven approach to continuous improvement. Recognised for enhancing efficiency, fostering product innovation, and aligning cross functional teams within advanced manufacturing environments, Nick oversees end-to-end operational performance while championing safety, quality, and sustainable operational excellence across the organisation.

Madeline Urquhart Madeline Urquhart
HSEQ Manager

Madeline leads CohesiveTec’s Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental (HSEQ) function, ensuring the organisation operates to the highest standards of safety, compliance and performance. She oversees our Integrated Business Management System and maintains certification to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001, driving continuous improvement across all sites. With a strong focus on risk reduction, compliance, continuous improvement and operational excellence, Madeline champions a culture where safety, quality, and sustainability are embedded across all aspects of CohesiveTec’s operations.

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