Satisfactory - Coal Power Plant and Conveyor Belt not Working Bug Explained

As a seasoned gamer with decades under my belt, I must say that Satisfactory has been quite the rollercoaster ride. The game’s unique blend of simulation and economics is captivating, but it seems the developers have a knack for serving up a side dish of technical issues – such as the elusive malfunction of coal power plants and conveyor belts.


“Satisfactory is a game where you play from your character’s perspective. It blends simulation and economic strategy. After 8 years of being worked on, it recently updated to version 1.0 (which comes with its own set of bugs and server-related issues). Your objective in this game is to build a thriving factory complex. Structures like power plants for coal or conveyor belts will assist you in your goal. Regrettably, some players have run into problems related to these key structures. If you’re curious about the bug affecting them, our guide provides an explanation.

Why Coal Power Plant and Conveyor Belt don’t work in Satisfactory?

A coal power plant and its conveyor belts form a closely linked system. The power plant relies on coal to produce the energy needed for operating various machinery, while the conveyor belts serve to move the raw materials they require.

The issue arises when several players report that coal fails to reach the generator, halting power production altogether. Various explanations have been proposed as to why this occurs, including the possibility that if coal isn’t in your inventory, production will halt… However, the malfunction seems to occur unpredictably, and no one has definitively figured out the reason behind it yet.

It might be helpful to physically take out the coal from the conveyor system, followed by restarting the game. However, keep in mind that this approach doesn’t necessarily prevent the issue from recurring in the future.

Currently, the creators of the game have identified the issue as a bug and are diligently working to resolve it swiftly. All that remains is patience until the next update, which should enhance the game’s condition and performance in Satisfactory.

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2024-09-11 12:31