 1808, d. 1864), who took charge of the technical part of the business, proved himself a pioneer, introducing to the mountain village of Einsiedeln a series of improved trade methods from the great mercantile centers of Europe and the United States.Under his guidance, the work of bookbinding, which was formerly undertaken by the family at home, was systematized.In 1844, the old hand press was superseded by the first power press.