Since its foundation in 1843 by printing press proprietors Friedrich and Christian Jänecke and innkeeper Friedrich Schneemann, Jänecke+Schneemann has grown into one of Germany’s most successful manufacturers of printing ink. A safety cabinet for storing combustible substances is, of course, basically a piece of equipment for everyday use. Does that mean that nobody should bother about the design? Christian Völk reports. Staubli, the specialist manufacturer of quick release couplings, is introducing a new connector for use with breathing air that improves operator safety and meets all the requirements of EN139.qqqEN139 (Respiratory protective devices -- Compressed air line breathing apparatus for use with a full face mask, half mask or a mouthpiece assembly -- Requirements, testing, marking) is the latest European Standard covering respiratory protective devices. Autotype International is launching a new version of its proven Autotex hard-coated polyester film. The Atex Directive embodies the European requirements for equipment used in potentially explosive atmospheres and compliance with this Directive94/9/EC has been mandatory for equipment placed on the European market since July 1 last year. The Definitive Guide to Emergency Safety Showers, Eyebaths and Facewash Fountains provides a concise review of current legislation, design standards and applications. Enzymes play a key role in many chemical processes today, from brewing to detergent manufacture. Environmental protection programmes are putting pressure on global players in the industry to assist in reducing the unwanted effects of disposal of emissions into the atmosphere. Roger Bours reports. prev