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Kimberly R. Pontius

Kimberly R. Pontius is a regular contributor to CUTTING TOOL ENGINEERING and an executive directorat Ivy Tech State College, Region 3, Fort Wayne, Indiana.

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Articles August 1, 2002 Kimberly R. Pontius

New Veins of Application

The use of PCD-veined drills on difficult-to-machine materials has expanded beyond their initial applications in the aerospace and electronics sectors.

Articles February 1, 2002 Kimberly R. Pontius

Split Personality

Machining dissimilar metals in a single workpiece.

Articles May 1, 2001 Kimberly R. Pontius

Low-Silicon Lowdown

Simplifying tapping operations on low-silicon aluminum.

Articles September 1, 2000 Kimberly R. Pontius

Coolant Stewards

Metalworking companies have a "cradle-to-grave" responsibility for the fluids they use. Improper disposal can lead to costly fines. Article discusses the ramifications of improper disposal and how to develop a plan to constantly improve the condition of a shop's metalworking fluid.

Articles May 1, 2000 Kimberly R. Pontius

Abrasive Personality

High-silicon aluminum--aluminum that consists of at least 11.8 percent silicon--has qualities such as lightness and strength that appeal to automakers. The abrasives nature of the material, however, makes it difficult to machine. The author offers suggestions for milling, tapping, drilling, turning and grinding high-silicon aluminum.

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