Know when a recipe can be made in one machine and when it needs multiple components.
Understand the mechanic
Early manufacturing uses Smelters and Constructors for straightforward transformations. As recipes become more complex, Assemblers combine multiple inputs, turning a once-simple line into a coordination problem between upstream factories.
Put it into practice
Read the inputs-per-minute and output-per-minute on each recipe. Work backward from a desired output and calculate how many upstream machines are required. That makes missing screws, plates or wire a measurable bottleneck.
- 01Select the exact recipe
- 02Record per-minute demand
- 03Provide every input line
- 04Check for backed-up outputs
Common mistake to avoid
A machine with power is not necessarily producing at full speed. It also needs the right recipe, all required inputs and free output space.
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