The company's purpose is to trade in goods of all kinds, in particular the trade, distribution and production of metal products and wood and metals and wood of all kinds, as well as the execution of work in the metal and wood sector and in the construction of sheds. 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 and for the account of third parties, as well as grant guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.