Probably every model railroader has looked at a structure or scenery detail from another scale, and wondered if they could integrate it into his/her layout. Sometimes, such as with a culvert or an oil tank, it can be fairly easy. But usually details like doors and ladders make this conversion a bit of a challenge, if not impossible. This structure changes the game. The American Materials Plant #2 was designed from the start to omit details that would tie it to a specific scale. It is a storage facility for a wide range of materials. The eight silos are approximately two-inches wide and could house sand, concrete, coal, limestone, or even taconite pellets for your ore cars. If your line hauls bulk material, this is the loading or drop point of choice. This would also be a grand choice for your seaport or dock area. The plant has a heavy base with a textured surface. It is the foundation for cribbing with crossbeams. The base of the silos drops into it, and there is more textured surface at that level. The silos rise approximately eight inches above that level. The front of the structure has an American Materials sign with an animated American flag. The flag is illuminated when the accessory is plugged in. A power connection feeds out of the foundation, and there is also an additional pigtail underneath for those who wish to drop it through their train table for concealed wiring. This structure is designed for use with the simple-to-use Menards 4.5 volt Plug & Play power system. The top has an outward slanted corrugated facade that is two inches long. This conceals a flat surface. You'll find simulated piping running to each silo. There are also red flashing aircraft warning lights mounted in each corner.
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