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FACTORIO / PROGRESSION

First automatic science

Produce red science in assemblers and feed labs through inserters.

Original Volpedia referenceReviewed 2026-10-27Quick reference · noindexBASE / CORE SYSTEM
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Practical advice: Prioritize recurring component automation to reduce manual crafting.
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How it works

Produce red science in assemblers and feed labs through inserters.

02

Practical advice

Prioritize recurring component automation to reduce manual crafting.

03

Mistakes to avoid

Researching from hand-crafted packs long after automation is available.

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