scutage (skutaj)

[ E. escuage: see escuage ), F. écuage; IMG:content-0412.png:[blocks in formation] Scutching-machine or Scutcher for Flax. a, feed-table on which the flax is fed to the fluted rollers b, d, which seize it and present it to the scutches or beaters c, fastened by supports d to the rotating drum e. The latter revolves in a cases, with a grating at the bottom. The feed-rolls are driven by gearing i. IMG:content-0413.png:[blocks in formation]