The company trades in machines, vehicles and materials from various industries. Acquisition, management and disposal of real estate of any kind in Switzerland and abroad, in particular commercial properties; can acquire, manage, exploit and dispose of patents, trademarks, copyrights or other intellectual property rights. It can also take out and grant loans. The company can acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It can provide financing for its own account or for third-party account, as well as guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties. Design and manufacture of machine parts and assemblies, as well as development of comprehensive solution concepts in the field of mechanical engineering. Provision of engineering, design and consulting services, and development and manufacture of machines, apparatus, plants and buildings, electrical and electronic controls, as well as trade in technical articles and related maintenance services.