AET Is What We Do
Delivering Quality across the Industries We Serve.
Aerospace & Aviation
Aircraft and spacecraft components operate under extreme stress cycles, leaving no room for undetected flaws. Our Acoustic Emission Testing services provide real-time monitoring and non-destructive evaluation of pressure vessels, fuselage structures, composite materials, and critical load-bearing components; Helping aerospace manufacturers and MRO facilities meet stringent FAA and ASTM compliance standards without taking assets out of service.
Defense & Government
From military vehicles and munitions storage to government infrastructure and classified installations, structural reliability is a matter of national security. We partner with defense contractors and government agencies to deliver certified Acoustic Emission Inspections that meet rigorous DoD and federal standards; Providing actionable data that protects personnel, equipment, and mission readiness.
Petrochemical & Refineries
From high-pressure reactors and heat exchangers to storage tanks and pressure vessels, structural integrity is critical to safe and continuous petrochemical operations. Sonus Consulting partners with refineries, petrochemical facilities, and plant engineers to deliver Certified Acoustic Emission Testing (AET) services that support API and ASME compliance while providing real-time insight into asset condition, structural stress, and developing defects. Our data-driven approach helps reduce operational risk, protect personnel, prevent environmental incidents, and minimize costly downtime.
Who We Are
About Our Company
We are committed to providing industry-leading Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) solutions, ensuring the safety, efficiency, and quality of operations across various industries. With cutting-edge technology and expertise in Acoustic Emission Testing, we help businesses detect potential issues before they become critical, saving both time and money.
Steven Garcia
President
20+
Years of
Experience
200+
Projects
Completed
30+
Countries
Served
Our Services
We Offer a Range of Services to Meet Your Needs
Our Acoustic Emission Testing Services are designed to deliver accurate, real-time insights into structural integrity and performance. Using advanced, Non-Destructive techniques, we help identify potential issues early, reduce risk, and support safer, more reliable operations across industries.
Leak Detection
and Source Location
Rotating Machinery
and Bearing Monitoring
Post Accident
Site Safety Assessment
Offsite Monitoring
Special Projects
Precise Source Localization with Vallen Systeme Sensors
Using advanced localization techniques, our sensors enable accurate real-time monitoring of material behavior.
Sonus leverages this technology to ensure structural integrity and enhance safety across a variety of applications. Our partnership with Vallen Systems insures this.
Flexible On-Site Testing with the Portable Linnwave and Spotwave System
The two portable AE systems by Vallen are a lightweight and battery-powered solution for portable Acoustic Emission Testing designed for flexibility and efficiency, ideal for on-site inspections.
Sonus uses tools like the Linnwave and Spotwave to deliver accurate results in remote or challenging environments.
Innovating AE Testing with Machine Learning and AI
There is powerful synergy between machine learning and acoustic emission sensing. By analyzing vast data with AI, this technology provides deeper insights into structural conditions.
Sonus integrates innovative methods like these to deliver solutions for condition monitoring and predictive maintenance.
"Sonus Consulting's unparalleled expertise in acoustic emission testing, combined with a strong background in metallurgy and engineering, has consistently led to innovative solutions and remarkable results."
— Charlie Nichols,
NDT Level III, NASA Kennedy Space Center"Sonus Consulting's hands-on approach, coupled with their creativity in engineering, have been pivotal to the success of numerous projects."
— Charlie Nichols,
NDT Level III, NASA Kennedy Space Center" Twenty-plus years in the field teaches you to expect the unexpected. We instrument accordingly. "
- Steve Garcia, President