The devices and services of the safety division of Dräger warn and protect people against life and health threatening hazards and protect our customers’ facilities and production plants in critical situations. Dräger is one of the leading providers in its markets.

Many of Dräger’s products detect gases and protect the human respiratory system. By offering an extensive product portfolio, Dräger aims to support its customers in implementing comprehensive, effective hazard management.

The global safety technology segment in which Dräger operates represents a market volume of some EUR 5.0 billion. In 2008, the Company posted growth of between 2 and 4 percent on the prior year – with different regions experiencing vastly different growth rates. Factors affecting market expectations include increased environmental awareness as well as a much greater need for safety and the launch of national safety programs.

The global safety technology segment in which the safety division operates also showed signs of tougher competition and increased consolidation in 2008.