Fig. 26. Combined hackler and spreader, breaker, or dressing machine for Manila, New Zealand, Russian, and Indian hemps.

A machine known as a combined hackler and spreader, intended to turn the long and undressed stricks of hemps into sliver.

In: Carter, H. R. (1907). Modern flax, hemp and jute spinning and twisting; a practical handbook for the use of flax, hemp, and jute spinners, thread, twine, and rope makers. London: Scott Greenwood & Son, p.50