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Post by ARCHISTORIES on Dec 19, 2021 16:43:02 GMT -5
I would not expect you to promote your products in an open forum but maybe here you can "look over our shoulders" like a proud papa That is fine by me! Your comment about large buildings did give me pause though. Wow! A layout (or module) completely dominated by a single purpose building complex like your locomotive factory would be very unique, and maybe only practical in the uniquely capable scale of 1:220. I think, I kind of got you... somehow... Sure it's special to see our own stuff, that came out of my mind gets real and is built all around the world. Indeed it's lot of fun, I admit as a 'proud papa'... You are absolutely right about a true to scale locomotive plant. About 20 years ago I built a locomotive plant in H0. It was 5m long and 2m wide. Very impressive, that's true. See picture attached. In Z gauge, the locomotive hall alone would still be one meter long, but you're right, that would be something unique in the world. But unfortunately it won't work out because unique items don't pay off and maybe 1% of Z-fans would build something like this, if at all. Yes, it's a shame, I agree with you
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Post by Rob Albritton on Dec 20, 2021 20:17:47 GMT -5
I am personally not that much active in forums, simply because I find it inappropriate for me to do kind of advertising here. This is fan-based stuff and if customers recommend us, I am of course happy, but this has to come from the customers themselves, you know. Also whether our customers find our products better than those of other manufacturers. Of course, I'm not completely neutral here, because I simply see a product and well or less well made details perhaps from a professional point of view and this is something that does not interest many customer at all - and also does not have to interest him. The customer likes a model or does not like it. It's that simple for you lucky guys. But that's different for me. That's why I think, it's not our job to do promotion here. I think this is a big difference here at this forum. We welcome all manufactures to talk about their new products because I agree with your thoughts: this is a small scale. Any new products help Z scale, and as a result, help us all. So please feel free to post (and promote) anything you like. This is a friendly place. You are absolutely right about a true to scale locomotive plant. About 20 years ago I built a locomotive plant in H0. It was 5m long and 2m wide. Very impressive, that's true. See picture attached. In Z gauge, the locomotive hall alone would still be one meter long, but you're right, that would be something unique in the world. But unfortunately it won't work out because unique items don't pay off and maybe 1% of Z-fans would build something like this, if at all. Yes, it's a shame, I agree with you View AttachmentI would buy one of these immediately, build a module to showcase it, and take it to train shows. It is impressive and amazing. Best, -Rob(A) AZL
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Post by rray on Dec 20, 2021 22:01:26 GMT -5
A large model like that can be made as a successful kit, if you make it modular. In other words, start with a 2 or 3 bay locomotive repair building, then offer 2 or 3 bay addon kits. Most will only buy the main kit, where some will buy the addon and maybe a couple will buy several addon kits to make a module sized model.
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Post by ARCHISTORIES on Dec 21, 2021 6:41:59 GMT -5
Well okay, if you invite me like that, I will be happy to introduce our latest models here in this friendly place Thank you, Rob. Well, the locomotive hall was only the largest building of the historic locomotive plant. There was still a blacksmith's shop, fire department, water tower, administration building, power station... Great technical objects and beautiful buildings. I show a few here (see photos of the H0-Models below). Developing a building like this as a kit is a lot of work and even if we were to sell 50 pieces (which I really don't believe), the development costs would still be a long way off. Unfortunately, all of this is not so easy with such special buildings. Making a kit modular is even more complex, rray. But if someone wants unique items, feel free to contact us Old locomotive hall 4: my.hidrive.com/lnk/2LCAmdy7Administration building: my.hidrive.com/lnk/6RCAmakuPower station: my.hidrive.com/lnk/XQiAmAfp
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Post by husafreak on Dec 21, 2021 11:37:12 GMT -5
rray, did you manufacture some kits?
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Post by markm on Dec 21, 2021 11:58:57 GMT -5
rray, did you manufacture some kits? Oh definitely, but he is just too modest to mention.
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Post by ptitrainrouge on Dec 22, 2021 3:01:58 GMT -5
Hello what I think is missing in Z scale are large US style industry and business buildings kits .( like the ones that exist in N and HO scale). your houses and industries are really beautyfull ; but the industries looks more German style than US style, if I am not wrong
the loco engine facility you have issued is exactly what we need.
I mean: modern grain evelators, cement plants, storage facilities, mines, business buildings
there are some in 3d printing but the prices are very high as the size is growing. there are others in resin but globaly they are small.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 22, 2021 5:38:13 GMT -5
I sent You a PM
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Post by ARCHISTORIES on Dec 22, 2021 7:55:50 GMT -5
Hello what I think is missing in Z scale are large US style industry and business buildings kits .( like the ones that exist in N and HO scale). your houses and industries are really beautyfull ; but the industries looks more German style than US style, if I am not wrong the loco engine facility you have issued is exactly what we need. I mean: modern grain evelators, cement plants, storage facilities, mines, business buildings there are some in 3d printing but the prices are very high as the size is growing. there are others in resin but globaly they are small. Hello ptitrainrouge, this is exactly what Rob Kluz of Ztrack and I have been working on for more than two years now and there will be a lot more that you might like. There is for example the REA building, that appeared some time ago and can be built modularly in any length. Check it out at Ztrack shop and their dealers! Happy Christmas or frohe Weihnachten to all of you! It's fun, working for such customers as you are All the best from germany, Frank
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Post by ztrack on Dec 22, 2021 9:59:29 GMT -5
Thanks Frank! Yes we are planning on doing just what was mentioned. Our goal is to create kits based on real prototypes. Some of these prototypes are quite large. The REA is a good example. The base kit represents a small REA/warehouse building. But with the extension, you can build it out to prototype lengths. Many of these buildings were blocks long! You can see our REA and extension kit here: ztrackcenter.com/kits/archistories-kits?page=2We also offer chimneys so you can convert the REA into a factory. We have other kits in the planning stages, including a few of the ones you mentioned. We are currently working on our rural series and then will move back to more urban and industrial options. There are just so many kits we want to offer! Rob
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Post by husafreak on Dec 22, 2021 12:02:15 GMT -5
Archistories is going to need a bigger factory
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Post by husafreak on Dec 22, 2021 12:07:09 GMT -5
Also check out some of the latest posts on Trainboard Z forum for a new US style building from Archistories. It is exactly what you are requesting.
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Post by ARCHISTORIES on Dec 22, 2021 12:11:40 GMT -5
Archistories is going to need a bigger factory 😄😊🥵
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Post by rray on Dec 24, 2021 11:38:20 GMT -5
Making a kit modular is even more complex, rray. But if someone wants unique items, feel free to contact us Modular is easy, trust me. To be fair, I cannot judge how many of something would sell, as I always followed the "Closer to the tracks, the more you will sell" plan for my model railroading projects, unless I got a sizable pre-order. I also, have been known to leach other people's idea's, and crank out a duplicate in a day or so. Ask Ben! , but I am too busy being a retired grandpa to play the game anymore. I'm just happy that laser kits are still being produced, as I don't feel the 3D printed offering are being done correctly to yield the best that they can be. Think replicating an injection molded plastic kit with lots of parts on multiple sprues. That's how you could produce more convincing 3D printed models, not a completed 1 piece model. What I have observed is that the best results are directly related to the materials used. In other words, nothing looks more like real wood than real wood. Nothing looks more like corrugated metal than real corrugated metal, etc. If trying to represent any of these materials, you have to carefully observe the texture and try to replicate the texture. Do it in scale by taking macro photos and see if the photo convinces you. Keep up the great work everyone, and always strive to do better with each model!
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Post by ARCHISTORIES on Dec 25, 2021 5:41:49 GMT -5
Perhaps some of you have already seen it: we just released our next novelty (yes, one day before Christmas): the crossing guard tower '255', that can be installed in the railway embankment. With a slightly lower coal cellar and a multitude of details. The basement requires an installation depth of 10mm. Those who prefer to build at ground level can simply separate the basement during assembly. Merry Christmas to all of your from Germany!
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