The company's purpose is to trade in goods of all kinds, in particular laboratory equipment and related accessories, as well as to provide services in the field of laboratory technology, specifically testing, service, maintenance and repair of laboratory equipment and consulting. 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 securities for the liabilities of affiliated companies.