Achieve unparalleled precision with NIST-traceable CNC laser calibration that ensures your machine tools deliver accurate parts every time. Our comprehensive solutions minimize unexpected downtime, verify equipment accuracy to one millionth of an inch, and help you maintain competitive edge through predictable, reliable machining operations. With faster local response times and expertise built from real-world production experience, we keep your CNC equipment operating at peak performance.
Comprehensive precision measurement solutions using advanced Renishaw technology to verify, diagnose, and optimize your CNC machine performance.
Verify positioning accuracy, repeatability, straightness, and squareness across full axis travel using Renishaw's Laser Interferometer with accuracy to 1.0 part per million. NIST-traceable measurements exceed the required 10:1 calibration ratio, identifying alignment errors before they impact production quality.
Evaluate true circularity and identify critical wear issues including backlash, servo mismatch, axis reversal errors, and squareness problems using Renishaw's QC20-W Ballbar. Fast wireless setup delivers a comprehensive snapshot of overall machine health with minimal downtime.
Measure angular positioning accuracy, repeatability, and alignment of rotary tables and trunnions using Renishaw's Rotary Calibration System. Identify mechanical wear, setup errors, or encoder issues that negatively impact multi-axis machining operations.
Detect pitch and roll errors in machine beds, guideways, and large structures using Mahr-Federal's Electronic Level. Identify alignment issues caused by installation, relocation, or foundation movement that affect axis geometry and machining stability.
Maintain reference plane accuracy through expert leveling and flatness verification including Moody Plot analysis. Monitor surface plate wear that can significantly change part accuracy and measurement reliability over time in production environments.
Hands-on instruction for Renishaw Laser Interferometer and QC20-W Ballbar systems, covering setup, data collection, result interpretation, and troubleshooting. Empower your maintenance teams to perform in-house diagnostics and better understand machine accuracy data.
We begin by understanding your specific machining operations, production requirements, and accuracy concerns. Our team evaluates your equipment history, identifies critical measurement points, and develops a customized calibration plan that aligns with your production schedule to minimize disruption.
See how our precision calibration solutions have helped manufacturing operations achieve consistent accuracy and eliminate unexpected downtime.
"I have worked with Mr Sarkinen on a job in Portland He is a Highly Skilled, Knowledgable Professional. I would definitely recomend him for all your Machine Tool Calibration Metrics. Sincerely Curtis Page Naughtellis CNC Service"
"This guy knows his stuff. Would definately recommend! Friendly good people!"
"As plant manager at Triad, I am always looking for ways of testing and measuring the condition of our large machines. Our outside repair tech suggested that I have Sarkinen Calibrating run their Ball Bar Test on all of our machines to show if we had any critical wear issues..."
"I have worked with Mr Sarkinen on a job in Portland He is a Highly Skilled, Knowledgable Professional. I would definitely recomend him for all your Machine Tool Calibration Metrics. Sincerely Curtis Page Naughtellis CNC Service"
"This guy knows his stuff. Would definately recommend! Friendly good people!"
"As plant manager at Triad, I am always looking for ways of testing and measuring the condition of our large machines. Our outside repair tech suggested that I have Sarkinen Calibrating run their Ball Bar Test on all of our machines to show if we had any critical wear issues..."
"I have worked with Mr Sarkinen on a job in Portland He is a Highly Skilled, Knowledgable Professional. I would definitely recomend him for all your Machine Tool Calibration Metrics. Sincerely Curtis Page Naughtellis CNC Service"
"This guy knows his stuff. Would definately recommend! Friendly good people!"
"As plant manager at Triad, I am always looking for ways of testing and measuring the condition of our large machines. Our outside repair tech suggested that I have Sarkinen Calibrating run their Ball Bar Test on all of our machines to show if we had any critical wear issues..."
Experience the difference that local expertise and NIST-traceable precision make for your machining operations.
Faster response times serving Portland OR and SW Washington manufacturing facilities with comprehensive on-site calibration solutions.
Measurements traceable to NIST and International Standards with accuracy to 1.0 parts per million, exceeding required 10:1 calibration ratios.
Founded by a former machine operator who understands production operations, providing solutions beyond equipment maintenance.
Utilizing cutting-edge Renishaw and Mahr-Federal systems for comprehensive machine diagnostics with minimal operational disruption.
Expertise built from real-world machining experience.
Founder
Larry's journey from machine operator to calibration service founder gives him a unique perspective that goes far beyond equipment maintenance. Having operated CNC machines firsthand, he understands the real-world production challenges manufacturers face daily—the frustration of unexpected downtime, the cost of scrap from axis errors, and the pressure to maintain tight tolerances. This operator-level experience drives his approach to calibration: it's not just about verifying numbers, it's about delivering solutions that genuinely increase production quality and efficiency. Larry built Sarkinen Calibrating on the principle that precision calibration should eliminate problems before they disrupt operations, providing manufacturers with the confidence that their equipment will perform exactly as promised. His hands-on background means he approaches every calibration with practical insight into how machine accuracy directly impacts your production floor, helping you achieve highly predictable operation with minimal disruption.
CNC laser calibration uses laser interferometry to measure machine tool positioning accuracy, repeatability, straightness, and squareness with extreme precision. It's necessary because shipping, installation, wear, and environmental factors cause machines to drift from factory specifications over time. Regular calibration ensures your machines produce accurate parts consistently, helps verify warranty specifications on new equipment, and identifies problems before they affect production quality.
Talk to our experts for a free consultation about your specific machine accuracy needs and calibration requirements.
Tell us about your equipment and accuracy requirements. We'll provide a detailed proposal for calibration services tailored to your machining operations.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at (360) 907-3058.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at (360) 907-3058.