Technical Translation
An ambiguous term here is a safety problem, not a style problem.
For manuals, specifications, and product documentation that has to read the same way in every language.
Why choose Technical Translation
- Terminology glossary build available as an add-on
- Independent second-linguist review on every document
- DTP / layout matching available as an add-on
- One assigned point of contact for repeat orders
Who it's for
Engineering & product teams
An engineering or product team translating manuals or specifications for international customers.
Manufacturers
A manufacturer preparing safety documentation that has to be exact across languages.
Documentation teams
A documentation team building a terminology-consistent library across multiple manuals.
Product launches
A technical company translating product documentation ahead of a launch.
What's included
Included
- Translation by a linguist experienced in technical/engineering terminology
- Independent review by a second linguist
- Digital delivery
Formats accepted: PDF, Word, InDesign export, plain text
Not included by default
- A terminology glossary build
- DTP/layout matching — both add-ons below
- No Rush tier — Standard and Priority only
Pricing & order
Add-ons
Turnaround
| Tier | Time | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | 4 business days | Included |
| Priority | 48 hours | ×1.30 |
In practice
A terminology glossary, built once and reused, keeps the same term translated the same way across this document and every future order.
"We had inconsistent terminology across three manuals from a previous vendor. The glossary build fixed that going forward."
Representative example. Real client quotes will replace this before launch.
Frequently asked questions
Will the translator understand our domain terminology?
Linguists are matched to your subject area, and a glossary build ($149.00) locks in agreed terminology so you're not correcting the same term on every document.
Do you handle manuals with diagrams and formatting?
Yes — DTP/layout matching ($89.00) preserves your document's layout, including diagrams and callouts, in the translated version.
What's the minimum word count?
500 words for Technical Translation — higher than our other per-word services, reflecting the setup involved in technical subject matter.
Is Rush available?
No — Technical Translation offers Standard (4 business days) and Priority (48 hours) only. If you need it faster, contact us and we'll tell you honestly whether it's possible.
Can you keep terminology consistent across future orders?
Yes — a glossary build is reusable on every future order for the same project or product line.
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