Provision of services in the field of engineering, in particular planning and training, development and manufacture of products in the fields of galvanotechnology and metal chemistry, as well as provision of services in the aforementioned fields and trade in goods of all kinds. May establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, and conduct all business directly or indirectly related to its purpose. Furthermore, it may acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad, also arrange financing for its own account or for third parties, and provide guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.