Hi Peter,

We design and build micromilling devices that offer 3-D sampling
capability with submicron resolution. This feature is particularly
useful for sampling materials like  molluscs in that you don't need
to section them. The section preparation isn't the problem, it's the
loss of potential sample material (slicing material from a section
vs. milling from a whole fossil). You can learn more about the system
by visiting the webpage listed below (publications, photos and
technical information).
Cheers,
Bill
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William P. Patterson
Associate Professor
Department of Geological Sciences
114 Science Place
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK S7N 5E2
Canada
Office phone: 306-966-5691; Lab phone 306-966-5712; FAX: 306-966-8593
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