The company's purpose is to provide consulting services in the field of materials science and materials technology. Research, development and manufacture of various material classes and their development chains. Characterization of their structure and properties. Development of corresponding processing procedures and joining techniques as well as testing of the operational behavior of components in use. Manufacture of technical components and parts. Import and export of as well as trade in materials, components, parts and products of the materials industry. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, as well as conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as provide security for liabilities of affiliated companies.