OVERVIEW

The SonicAnalyst converts wellbore acoustics into actionable, engineer-verified diagnostics using a surface-mounted accelerometer at the wellhead—no downhole modification, no exposure to well fluids, and no intervention.

The system captures high-resolution acoustic records in real time and correlates them with surface pressure to confirm key stimulation events, including diversion effectiveness, ball launch and seating, sleeve shifts, and perforation gun firing. Outputs can be replayed, annotated, and archived for post-job verification and audits.

Beyond stimulation, it can also identify early warning signs of artificial-lift failures, enabling operators to intervene before a major breakdown occurs.

• During a multi-stage frac operation in Canada, the SonicAnalyst identified a missed ball launch that would have prevented a sleeve from shifting and caused the stage to fail.
• The issue was immediately recognised at surface, allowing the operator to reset the equipment and proceed.
• The frac was completed successfully, avoiding a non-productive stage and associated remedial intervention.
• The operator estimated ~US$300,000 in avoided failure costs as a direct result of the real-time diagnostic.