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FACTORIO / TIPS

Protect critical fuel

Separate and prioritize coal delivery for boilers until alternate power is reliable.

Original Volpedia referenceReviewed 2026-10-27Quick reference · noindexBASE / CORE SYSTEM
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Practical advice: Add reserves and visual checks to prevent cascading power failure.
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How it works

Separate and prioritize coal delivery for boilers until alternate power is reliable.

02

Practical advice

Add reserves and visual checks to prevent cascading power failure.

03

Mistakes to avoid

Letting noncritical furnaces take the last coal needed for electricity.

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