We Are Experts in Technical Translation Services

Our dedicated and experienced team will deliver accurate and industry-specific translations for the technical sector - quickly, accurately, and at a great price.

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Professional Technical Translation Services

User manuals, technical proposals, legal papers, and financial reports are all important technical documents for companies trading in a worldwide marketplace, however they can be also be a source of confusion when they're translated. Petroceltic International, AECOM, Balfour Beatty Rail Technologies, Raspberry Pi, BAE Systems, and Kimberly-Clark Corporation are just some of the leading companies that use our high quality translation services to ensure consistent, clear and precise translations of their technical documents.

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We've helped global brands and smaller businesses expand in 38 countries and 200 languages.

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Quick, easy and cost effective solution to my technical science translation.
The translation was accurate and they kept me informed throughout the process.

—  John Urch

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Simple, easy and highly professional service. Very quick turn-around on technical documentation translation from English to French.

—  Gary Maddock-Greene

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Technical Audiovisual Translation Services

Our translation services include subtitling, dubbing, voiceover recording, translation of scripts and much more. This German voice over is part of a multilingual project we completed recently for the website of one of our clients. The team worked under a tight time-frame to transcribe, translate, lip-synch and voice over the video, delivering back to the client an exceptional final product. To discuss your audiovisual translation requirements get in contact today!

Technical Translation Services

Technical translation requires a precise understanding of the terminology being used and the technical vocabulary specific to the industry. Our team of technical translators, from our head office to those all around the world, have hands-on experience and extensive translation experience within the relevant industries. In addition, our certified technical translation process means we are able to translate your document from its source language into more than 200 target languages with total precision.

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Technical Translation Services For Engineering & Manufacturing

Our extensive experience in the engineering and manufacturing sectors means we can support you in a range of areas such as automotive, construction, computer science, architecture, geophysics, aerospace, defence, engineering, oil and gas, biomedical, chemistry, shipping and nuclear engineering. Get in contact with our team today to discuss how we can support your industry specific translation requirements in 200+ languages.

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Excellent service. All questions answered promptly. Received my translation on-line and in post within three days.

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Thanks!! Absolute has always given us an efficient, seamless service. We have worked together for a long while and we can always rely on them to get the job done excellently.

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Absolute Translations - a superbly professional service

Absolute Translations are absolutely superb, I've used them multiple times in 2024. The service is phenomenal: incredibly quick, accurate, professional and personal from start to finish. The prices seem very reasonable to me but I've not benchmarked I do admit. I can't recommend them highly enough.

Duncan Lampard

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Amazing service

Amazing service, in time, very professional, knowledgeable, kind and approachable. 10/10

Maria Silva Crocker

2 weeks ago

Excellent Service -- Ever Time

As always, Absolute Translations delivers excellent translations in a timely manner. We couldn't be happier with their services.

Alex Dressler

3 weeks ago

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The service and support.

Wajid Ali

3 weeks ago

Good communication and got the job done…

Good communication and got the job done quickly.

Trishtosh

4 weeks ago

fast and effective

fast and effective

Laetitia Calventus

1 month ago

Quick turnaround and fantastic service

I want to thank Mattia and his team for being so brilliant. I needed some documents translated from English into French quickly, and they was able to meet the deadline. There were quite a few documents and required a professional level of translation with certification. At all times, Mattia was helpful, courteous and responsive. I definitely recommend this company.

Rekha Kodikara

1 month ago

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I needed a certified translation unexpectedly (German to English). Absolutely fantastic service. Quick, and very reasonable quote, brilliant communication, exceptionally fast turn-around time and great quality translation. Would whole-heartedly recommend this company and wouldn’t hesitate to use them again should the need arise.

Christine Gingter

1 month ago

Speedy and easy service

Speedy and easy service all done online. They emailed me a pdf version and one arrived in the post a week later

Morgan McNay

1 month ago

Very fast and pleasant service

Very fast and pleasant service

Dalia Hanbury

1 month ago

Everything was great

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1 month ago

Quick and easy

Would absolutely recommend these guys for a translation. Their service was quick and easy from start to finish.

keyte

1 month ago

Needed to get our Italian marriage…

Needed to get our Italian marriage certificate translated to be able to change my name for passports banks etc. all were accepted no problem. Service & response were excellent, I had my online copies the next day & official hard copies within 2-3 days.

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1 month ago

Rapid and efficient service

Communication was great. The work was carried out very quickly and efficiently. Would not hesitate to recommend.

Philippa Pipe

1 month ago

Quick and easy as always

Quick and easy as always, thank you!

Nikki De Prey

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Really lovely presentation and accurate translation with a quick turnaround - thank you very much!!

SML Architects

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Very prompt service and good communication.

Ginny Sales

2 months ago

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Fast and accurate. Polite...helpful and kept me informed

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WHAT ARE TECHNICAL TRANSLATIONS?

Technical translations are a specialised form of translation; they're used to translate texts relating to applied science and technology, such as technical documentation like owner's manuals, user guides, etc.

HOW ARE TECHNICAL TRANSLATION SERVICES DIFFERENT?

Technical translation services are different as they require industry specific knowledge. For this type of translation, translators must have expert knowledge of the subject matter in question and the technical expertise to translate the highly specialised terms of the original text.

ARE TECHNICAL TRANSLATIONS DIFFERENT TO A SCIENTIFIC ONES?

Technical translation services focus on business and practical matters, and scientific translation services are for other documents that are more theoretical and science based.

WHY ARE TECHNICAL TRANSLATION SERVICES IMPORTANT?

The accuracy of a technical translation can have a huge impact on the success of your business. For example, in the automotive sector, incorrectly translated documents could result in the manufacturing team producing products incorrectly or dangerously.

WHAT DOES A TECHNICAL TRANSLATOR DO?

A technical translator offers translation services of either written or oral communications. Their work is specific and industry-based. As well as knowing their niche subjects, they must also be aware of the specialised terminology.

HOW TO ENSURE AN ACCURATE TECHNICAL TRANSLATION?

The best way to guarantee the quality and accuracy of your technical translation is by using a professional translation agency that only employs skilled, native speaking linguists with experience of your subject matter, services and projects.

HOW ARE YOUR TECHNICAL TRANSLATION SERVICES BETTER THAN THE REST?

We will only ever use native speakers with 5+ years of translation experience and the technical background specific to your industry. Additionally, our customers benefit from one point of contact who will respond quickly to their needs throughout the whole technical translation project. Plus, by using the latest CAT tools and technology, we are able to efficiently and consistently translate all types of documents, including those with complex formatting, diagrams and drawings. All of this, whilst also ensuring our customers benefit from a quality service that offers faster turnaround time and cost savings!

DO YOUR TECHNICAL TRANSLATION SERVICES USE COMPUTER SOFTWARE?

Yes we do! By using computer software and the latest technology, such as translation memory and terminology management, alongside our human translators we are able to provide industry-leading and accurate technical translations that also ensure the costs to our clients are kept to a minimum and tight timescales are achievable.

WHAT IS TRANSLATION MEMORY SOFTWARE?

Translation memory (TM) is a technology that establishes a database of different kinds of information that can be automatically retrieved, translated and reused when translating the same or similar content again. This not only ensures consistency, but is especially convenient when you have projects that require the translation of similar content on a regular basis.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF USING TRANSLATION MEMORY SOFTWARE?

Translation memory software helps to reduce the costs associated with repetitive and similar translation of content and enables technical translators to work more efficiently and at speed when they have projects with tight timescales.

HOW DO TECHNICAL TRANSLATION SERVICES DIFFER FROM ONE INDUSTRY TO ANOTHER?

The technical translation service required by one sector can vary greatly from what is required in another. In some industries, such as in the automotive sector, translation of technical documentation is required by law. In others it is simply needed because the company operates in foreign markets where they have to provide information in the native languages.

WHEN ARE TECHNICAL TRANSLATIONS NECESSARY?

Technical documents require specialist translation services as they include technical terminology and language unique to the customers' sector. Translating technical documents is needed in many sectors, including automotive, healthcare, construction, engineering and manufacturing, and is vitally important for companies that operate in multiple languages.

WHAT TO CONSIDER WHEN CHOOSING AN AGENCY FOR TECHNICAL TRANSLATIONS?

When choosing a technical translation service provider to work with, consider the company's reputation and quality of work, as well as how available they are to respond to you especially when speed is of the essence.

WHO CAN BENEFIT FROM TECHNICAL TRANSLATION SERVICES?

Our team of specialist linguists provide professional technical translation services for everyone. Our client base ranges from individuals looking for a one-off translation service, to some of the world's leading companies looking to connect with their target audience. No project is too small or too complex which is why we are able to accommodate even the most niche technical projects.

WHAT TYPES OF TECHNICAL DOCUMENTS CAN YOU TRANSLATE?

We specialise in precise translations for a variety of technical documents including data sheets, engineering specifications, safety manuals, technical guides, auto and aviation manuals, training programmes, tender documents, white papers, installation and service manuals, hardware and software interfaces, user guides, patents, websites and product brochures to name just a few.

HOW DO POOR TECHNICAL TRANSLATIONS EFFECT MY BUSINESS?

Poor quality translation could not only undermine your reputation but it could potentially physically endanger the end users of the translated technical document. Often, a mistake in the translation of a document can cost a company much more than the fee of a professional technical translation service.

WILL MY TRANSLATOR HAVE SPECIFIC INDUSTRY EXPERTISE?

Unlike other translation companies, we match your translation request to translators who are expert in your sector and understand your target audience. Additionally, our technical translators work to industry-specific documentation formats such as technical manuals, training documents and any other documents.

WHY USE PROFESSIONAL TECHNICAL TRANSLATION SERVICES?

Our translation specialists speak the language you speak, so no matter how niche your projects are or how complex your technical documentation might be. When you choose us you can have complete confidence in the high quality, accuracy and consistency of our precise translations. For a free quote simply fill in the form above.

WHAT INDUSTRIES DO YOU OFFER TECHNICAL TRANSLATION SERVICES FOR?

We provide high quality, professional translation services to clients operating in a broad range of technical fields including: aerospace, mechanical engineering, engine design and production, vehicle engineering, IT and software development, electrical engineering, manufacturing and many more.

DO YOU PROVIDE TRANSLATION SERVICES FOR INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT?

Yes. We can help your company cross borders to attract a global client base with our translation services focussed on business development. These include website translation, marketing collateral translation and professional patent translation. For a free quote simply fill in the form above.

DO YOU TRANSLATE SAFETY DOCUMENTS AND DATA SHEETS?

Yes we do! We know that accuracy and reliability is never more tested than when you need translation services for safety data in other languages. So you can trust us to provide precise, high quality and highly accurate translations of your safety documentation.

DO YOU PROVIDE TECHNICAL TRANSLATIONS FOR BUSINESS DOCUMENTS?

Our translation services are ideal for companies looking for quality translation services for all types of business documents. From financial reports and legal paperwork to international contracts and trade deals, you can rely on our translation services for all your technical document needs. For a free quote simply fill in the form above.

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