20/08/2026
Today I’ve been muttering about naughty teeth and wedges.
It’s important a miller is familiar with their mill, so they know when something is amiss or not quite right.
This prolonged hot dry summer has dried out the wood, resulting in teeth and wedges coming loose. I spotted two wedges on the east crown wheel going for a wander, and once one wedge loosens, it’s like a domino effect and more will do the same. I’ve also had a wedge fall out the layshaft packing. I heard that and stopped the mill immediately, to check the shaft hadn’t moved and then re wedged it tight again.
I’m looking forward to a little bit more moisture in the air to tighten everything up again. 🌊⚙️🌾