Web-smoother
See SLICKER.
Wedge is one of the mechanical powers which, in principle, is simply a modification of the inclined plane. This implement, simple as it is, constitutes one of the most important tools in foundry practice. It is made of wood and cast iron, but the latter kind is to be deprecated, because of its liability to snap. Wrought-iron wedges, well taken care of, are a good investment in any foundry.