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CurseForge · Minecraft mod

Simple Processing Machines

Vanilla-esque early-game processing machines similar to many you may know

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Updated 11 months ago
Latest stable file simpleprocessingmachines-1.20.1-1.2.1.jar
Game version 1.20.1
Loader Forge

Simple Processing Machines simpleprocessingmachines-1.20.1-1.2.1.jar targets 1.20.1 with Forge. The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both. No extra mods listed for this file.

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What else does Simple Processing Machines simpleprocessingmachines-1.20.1-1.2.1.jar need?

simpleprocessingmachines-1.20.1-1.2.1.jar. Change the file and its required mods may change too.

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Just Enough Items (JEI) Optional for Simple Processing Machines simpleprocessingmachines-1.20.1-1.2.1.jar
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Matching file found Matched file: 15.74.0.228 for Forge 1.20.1
MezzConfig Needed by Just Enough Items (JEI)
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Matching file found Matched file: MezzConfig 0.6.8 for Forge 1.20.1
MezzConfigGUI Needed by Just Enough Items (JEI)
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Matching file found Matched file: MezzConfig GUI mc1.20.1-0.5.11 for Forge

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About this project

What does Simple Processing Machines add?

Simple Processing Machines

A compact, vanilla‑esque tech mod that adds a small suite of straightforward processing blocks to streamline early–mid game resource handling. If you enjoy the feel of Minecraft’s base mechanics but want a touch of automation that feels familiar, this mod is for you.

Key Features:

  • Crushing Station: Basic item crushing, turning stone to cobble, cobble to gravel and more.
  • Mineral Processing Station: General‑purpose refining for ores and mineral products. Materials like gravel and sand can be processed into useful outputs.
  • Sawmilling Station: Wood processing without overcomplication; great for getting more out of your woods, or for obtaining sawdust.
  • Organic Composter: Converts organic matter into useful by‑products for farming and sustainability, primarily for creating various dirts and grasses.
  • Centrifugal Separator: An un-crafting machine. Supporting modded and vanilla recipe types, not just shaped/shapeless recipes.
  • Crystallizing Station: Fluid‑assisted duplication of crystal‑like items. Example recipes include water + diamond → more diamonds, and lava + nether quartz → more quartz. Balanced by fluid consumption rates.
  • Atmospheric Condenser: Condenses ambient moisture into collectable fluids, useful wherever water or lava is scarce.
  • Auto Crafting Station: Automated crafting of ingredients into outputs. Working with modded and vanilla recipe types, Not just shaped/shapeless crafting recipes.

All machines follow a familiar interaction pattern and aim to feel at home in any pack, from a lightly‑modded or near‑vanilla pack all the way to a kitchensink style pack. Recipes are intentionally conservative to keep progression close to Minecraft’s core balance.

Integration and Customization

  • JEI integration: Browse all machine recipes in‑game.
  • Datapacks: Add or modify recipes easily; ideal for pack creators.
  • Planned: KubeJS/CraftTweaker support in a future update.

FAQ

  • Can I add this to my modpack? Yes. See the license below.
  • Do I need JEI? No, but it improves discoverability of recipes.
  • Does it add power systems? No—machines are intentionally simple to operate.

License and Permissions

  • License: LGPL‑3.0
  • You may include this mod in modpacks and redistribute unmodified builds with attribution and a link to this page. Forks and derivations must comply with the LGPL.

Project description from CurseForge.

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