grain bruiser

A machine for mashing grain for feed, to render it more digestible. It does not grind but crushes the kernel, corn, or oats. It has two iron rollers of different diameters, turned by connecting cog-wheels of the same size, so that a rubbing is added to the crushing action. IMG:content-0684.png:[blocks in formation] 3. A machine in which grain is rid of cockle, gar lic, ., which are so nearly the size and weight of the grain that the size of mesh and strength of blast of the fanning-mill are ineffective. 4. A machine in which grain is rubbed, brushed, and blown to remove smut and dust. grain-conveyor, s. [ELEVATOR, II. 2, 3.] grain-cradle, s. [CRADLE, B. 8 (1).] grain-damper, s . A device for applying steam to grain to scald the bran and facilitate the proce of decortication. A jet of steam entering a tube where the grain descends a series of inclines is a usual method. grain-drier, s . An apparatus or machine in which damp grain is dried, or grain in ordinary condition is kiln-dried to fit it for ocean shipment. grain-drill, s. A machine for sowing grain in drills or rows.