Why Your Machine Isn’t as Accurate as You Think

What’s causing those weird vibrations in the machine? Shawn Brown from SBSOLOCO had the same question—and to solve it, he called in Larry Sarkinen, the Pacific Northwest’s go-to expert for calibration and ballbar testing. But here’s the twist: Shawn put Larry on the spot, mic’d him up (lol), and filmed the entire process for you to see!

Watch as they dive into diagnosing Shawn’s machine using a ballbar test to figure out if the culprit is the ball screw or the bearings. Along the way, they highlight Larry’s expertise and the top-notch services his company provides, like lasering and machine calibration.

This video is part of a series where Shawn documents machining and manufacturing processes that bring fresh faces and services into the spotlight. From anodizing to CMM work and more, Shawn showcases how outside experts help solve real problems in the shop.