March 13, 2001 Mr. Joseph T. Kaminski N-Vision Technology, Inc. 11931 Wickchester, Suite 201 Houston, TX 77043 Dear Mr. Kaminski, This is to confirm that the client-auditor relationship between Ponder Industries, Inc.(Commission File Number 0-18656)and Arthur Andersen LLP has ceased. We became aware on March 7, 2001 that the client-auditor relationship had ceased. Very truly yours, /s/ Arthur Andersen LLP Copy to: SEC Office of Chief Accountant