Six months later.
The Axelsen & Nielsen Air Brake Company and the Union Switch & Signal Company were thriving, with new contracts pouring in from well-established and up-and-coming railroad companies. It was evident that they had a complete monopoly on the market, being the only ones producing the air brake, locomotive draft gears, and signaling equipment. Their patents were ironclad, making it nearly impossible for any newcomer to compete with the young industrialist duo's technical prowess.
Despite their success, Jonathan and Poul knew that it wouldn't last forever. They were constantly vigilant for potential competitors who might challenge their dominance.