Ultrasound inspection using sound ports and handheld testing devices plays a critical role when used in asset inspection and management programs.  Anomalies in equipment or components of equipment may create ultrasound waves that, when detected, could alert the maintenance team that a component or machine needs to be further assessed for deterioration.  The goal is to find the anomaly and determine the health of the equipment and fix it if needed before that equipment fails.  Condition Based Maintenance programs allow companies to proactively detect and fix defects before costly repairs or full replacements are needed.