Development of new materials, production and finishing of and trade in insulation technology products and related products, particularly for the high-temperature, cryogenic and refractory areas as well as planning, execution and maintenance of plants in this field. May establish branches in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other domestic and foreign enterprises, acquire or merge with similar or related companies, and enter into all transactions and conclude contracts that are suitable for promoting the purpose of the company or are directly or indirectly related thereto, acquire and dispose of patents and licenses, and furthermore acquire, encumber or dispose of real estate or limited rights in rem thereon.