Technical Manuals Translation: 15,000 Pages Across 8 Languages

Every technical translation project begins with a terminology audit. We identify all field-specific terms, product-specific names, and brand-specific vocabulary, then build a client glossary before translation begins. For recurring clients, we maintain a persistent translation memory so terminology remains consistent across all documents over time. For specialized fields (e.g., oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, aerospace), we assign translators with domain backgrounds — not generalists.

For complex technical manuals and precision engineering documentation, yes. STIB Solutions uses translators with formal technical education or extensive professional experience in the relevant field. A technical manual for hydraulic systems translated by someone without mechanical engineering knowledge will contain subtle errors that non-experts won't catch but field technicians will. We match translator background to document type and verify credentials before assignment.

A standard technical manual of 50–100 pages typically takes 5–10 business days including terminology verification and formatting. Larger documentation packages (500+ pages) or multi-language projects are planned with project management timelines. For product launches with hard publication deadlines, we structure parallel translation workflows so all language versions are delivered simultaneously. Express service is available for urgent documentation needs.

Yes. Technical documents often contain text embedded in diagrams, schematics, call-outs, and labels that require translation while preserving technical accuracy and visual layout. STIB Solutions has a dedicated desktop publishing team that handles DTP (desktop publishing) work in InDesign, Illustrator, AutoCAD, and other formats. We deliver translated documents with original formatting intact, ready for direct publication or print.