Since the time of its founding by Dr. C.P. Boner in 1935, the firm of Boner Associates has actively consulted in acoustics, noise control and sound systems for buildings. Design specialties include building acoustics, building noise control, sound reinforcement system design, site testing and equalization, and design of Audio and Video systems.

 

Dr. Boner maintained an active consulting profession in addition to his duties at the University of Texas at Austin as Professor of Physics, Adjunct Professor for the College of Architecture, Chairman of the College of Arts and Sciences and Vice President for Academic Affairs. During his tenure with the University, he founded and served as Director of the Applied Research Laboratories and the Defense Research Laboratories, and also established the Office of Sponsored Projects, serving as executive director.

 

Dr. Boner was one of the world's leading experts on underwater sound defense and was twice recognized by the United States Government for his work on anti-submarine weapons and special torpedoes and his contributions to naval ordinance development. In addition to his many contributions and distinguished honors, he also served as president of the Acoustical Society of America.

 

Following his retirement as Professor Emeritus in 1970, Dr. C.P. Boner continued acoustical consulting and continued the extensive training of his sons, current Owners and Principal Consultants Charles Boner and Richard Boner, in this profession until his death in 1979.