The company's purpose is to trade in and develop products in the field of building technology and building chemistry, as well as to acquire, hold, exploit and sell patents, licenses and other intellectual property rights. It can enter into all transactions, take measures and conclude contracts that are connected with this or are suitable to promote the company's purpose. The company can establish branches in Switzerland and abroad, acquire, hold and grant licenses, participate in companies of the same or related industries or acquire or establish and finance such companies. The company can acquire, manage and sell real estate.