For our 2026 anniversary model, we are bringing industrial history to life! We took our inspiration from the Meiderich steelworks in Duisburg, founded by August Thyssen at the beginning of the 20th century. Pig iron was produced there for decades - until the last of five blast furnaces went out in 1985. The model recreates the plant's legendary blast furnace 2 and brings the coal and steel industry into the model world. A technically and historically fascinating theme that deliberately goes far beyond our regular new products to mark our 80th anniversary. At the same time, we are building a bridge to another historical milestone: 75 years of the European Coal and Steel Community. The European Coal and Steel Community, the nucleus of today's EU, once opened up duty-free access to coal and steel - and thus paved the way for economic unification and lasting peace in Europe. A model with history, vision and weight - for collectors, history and technology enthusiasts and anyone looking for a challenge! The model includes the blast furnace with revolving frame, the inclined lift with winch house, a dust collector, the Y-pipe with associated pipes, a gas flare, the casting hall with gantry crane and a small day bunker.
