The company's purpose is the distribution, service, maintenance and adaptation of technical systems and products, in particular in the fields of measurement and control technology, environmental measurement technology, safety technology and meteorology, as well as in related and complementary areas, including software and software systems, both domestically and abroad. In this context, it can develop and market concepts, trade in goods, establish business, factoring and franchise models, and conduct all transactions that are directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company can acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad, and participate in or establish branches and subsidiaries of similar, related and other companies in Switzerland and abroad. Furthermore, it can acquire, manage and sell patents, licenses, securities and other capital investments in Switzerland and abroad. It can also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as provide guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.