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Every instruction exact

One mistranslated instruction is all it takes

A torque value rounded wrong. A safety warning that loses its force in another language. A step in a procedure that reads as optional when it is mandatory. In engineering, manufacturing, and scientific operations, a small translation error is not a typo, it is equipment misused, a compliance finding, or a cost you did not budget for.

Technical documents carry zero tolerance for ambiguity. Manuals, standard operating procedures, training guides, ISO files, safety filings, and regulatory submissions all have to say exactly what the source says, in language a worker or auditor can act on without guessing.

We treat that precision as the job. ABC Translations assigns your work to professional, native-speaking translators who know technical terminology and handle every document with the accuracy your operations depend on.

The right level per document

The right level of translation for each document

Professional translation keeps training guides, manuals, and SOPs usable day to day at $0.09 per word.

ISO, safety, and regulatory files can be certified at $24.10 per page, with our acceptance guarantee supporting the submission. Revisions are included, certified delivery takes 48 hours, standard per-word delivery is timed to the size of the project, and urgent jobs can move faster with rush service.

For 25 years and across more than 255,000 customers, technical teams have used us to keep manuals accurate in the field and regulatory filings accepted on submission. We translate across 120+ languages, helping technical teams stay compliant, reduce risk, and keep instructions clear across every market they operate in.

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Handled with precision

Technical documents we translate

We translate safety compliance files, SOPs, manuals, software, websites, and patent-related materials for technical operations. Our translation team handles each document with precision and accuracy.

Common documents

Technical documents we frequently handle

Technical projects bring us patent filings and software and website content, and these are the documents we translate most often. Each is prepared with the precision that manuals, SOPs, and compliance work demand.

Precise work from native speakers


  • Native-speaking linguists handle every project, catching the subtle shades of meaning that keep your message accurate, clear, and true to its culture.

Quick, dependable, and protected


  • You get fast turnaround without any drop in quality, backed by tight confidentiality and data security from start to finish.

Support that actually helps


  • A responsive team stands ready at each step, so the whole process feels smooth, professional, and free of stress.
Accurate and dependable

What makes ABC Translations right for technical documents?

Our focus is accurate, dependable translation shaped around what the technical field actually demands. Working with native-speaking linguists who know the subject, we treat every file carefully and quickly, watching each step from the first page to delivery.

Have more questions about technical translations? Find out more over in the help center:

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Choose your service

Our services

Either choice gives you polished, human-made work from professional linguists. Not sure if certification applies to your case? Ask whoever will receive the document, or reach out to our team.

Certified Translation

Strict line-by-line source-matched translation with signed certification, often for personal official purposes.

$24.10 / page

Style & Format
  • Strict source matching
  • PDF format

Included

  • Expert human translation
  • Revisions included
  • Formatting included
  • Signed & stamped certification

Optional add ons:

  • Expedited turnaround
  • Proofreading
  • Notarization
  • Apostille
  • Hard copy
Professional Translation

Linguistically and culturally adapted editable translation often used by businesses and institutions.

Avg. $0.09 / word

Style & Format

  • Linguistically and culturally adapted
  • All modern formats

Included

  • Expert human translation
  • Revisions included
  • Formatting included
  • Proofreading

Optional add ons:

  • Expedited turnaround
  • Specialist proofreading
  • Specialist editing
  • Legalization (certification)
  • Translation memory
  • Terminology database
A simple workflow

How it works

Thanks to a simple, well-organized workflow, having your paperwork translated is fast and hassle-free.

1

Upload documents & place your order

Pick the two languages, send over your files, and choose any extras you want, then we get moving on your translation right away.

2

Professional translation and review

Your document is translated with care by a professional linguist. Before anything is locked in, you get to look it over and ask for changes.

3

Receive your translation

Once finished, the translated files are sent to you, and when you have chosen certification, a signed, stamped certificate on our letterhead comes with them.

I purchased a translation on Friday and expected a 24-hour turnaround but also ordered a notary not knowing it wasn't part of the estimated time. Unsurprisingly I needed it immediately. I emailed support and within a few hours, it was completely signed and notarized! Hats off to y'all!

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Luca Amato
English to Japanese

Amazing service! My translation was done in 2 hours. All done on time, the right way, and the price was very good! Highly recommend.

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Raj Nair
English to Russian

I reached out to them last Friday for an emergency translation. They got back within the hour. ETA was 24 hours. Since it was a Friday, I expected Monday, but it was completed on Saturday. Accurate and on time, great job!

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Amara Fofana
English to French

Phenomenal customer service. Fast responses and accurate translations. Very satisfied!

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Eddie Morales
English to Spanish

ABC Translations completed my request wonderfully. 24-hour turnaround even on a weekend. Impeccable quality. Notified me of a fee change before charging, outstanding!

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Priya Wadhwa
English to Portuguese

Truly amazing experience. Easy process and great communication. Hard copies arrived on time. Would give a thousand stars!

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Sofía Castro
Spanish to Japanese

Fantastic experience starting with the price. Very easy submission process. Fast, helpful replies. Will return for future translations.

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Mateo Kovač
English to German

From quote to delivery, everything was professional and timely. Quality is commendable. I appreciate the space for translator notes. Very satisfied!

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Yumik Gonzalez
English to Simplified Chinese
Quality you can trust

Join 255,000+ happy customers

ABC Translations and its family of companies are proud to have delivered reliable, affordable, best-in-class translation and localization services to individuals, and global corporations and institutions for more than 25 years.

Submitted a 43 page doc, it was translated twice as fast as our previous vendor, and in-house loved it. Thanks ABC for amazing customer service and fast delivery of top notch translations.

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Henrik Jørvik
English to Romanian

I have used ABC Translations at two different occasions now and both translations has been perfect! I would truly recommend the company. Their customer service is nice and professional and the translation is accurate, well written with a very quick turnaround. Highly recommend!

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Nadia Rahman
English to Korean

Super happy with the experience. Smooth and efficient. I plan to use them again.

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Omar Darwish
English to Arabic

Easy to work with. Real human communication. Accurate translations, even for technical terms. Always on time or early. Incredibly convenient.

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Aisha Vahid
German to Arabic

Used them many times for education/work docs. Great translation quality and speed. Appreciate the revision option even though I haven't needed it.

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Rafael Solano
English to French (Canadian)

Great experience. They were responsive and helpful. They guided me, didn't oversell services, and even saved me money. Timely delivery despite a holiday. Highly recommend!

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Dmitri Petrenko
Ukrainian to English

Highly recommend using this service. Outstanding translation job and fast turnaround. Excellent and professional.

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Mei Tanaka
English to Italian

Top of my list for fast, professional services. Best online interface I've used. Appreciate their speed and effectiveness. Highly recommend.

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Chen Huang
Portuguese to Spanish
Quality you can trust

Join 255,000+ happy customers

ABC Translations and its family of companies are proud to have delivered reliable, affordable, best-in-class translation and localization services to individuals, and global corporations and institutions for more than 25 years.

Top of my list for fast, professional services. Best online interface I've used. Appreciate their speed and effectiveness. Highly recommend.

Chen Huang
Portuguese to Spanish

From quote to delivery, everything was professional and timely. Quality is commendable. I appreciate the space for translator notes. Very satisfied!

Yumik Gonzalez
English to Simplified Chinese

Used them many times for education/work docs. Great translation quality and speed. Appreciate the revision option even though I haven't needed it.

Rafael Solano
English to French (Canadian)

ABC Translations completed my request wonderfully. 24-hour turnaround even on a weekend. Impeccable quality. Notified me of a fee change before charging, outstanding!

Priya Wadhwa
English to Portuguese

Amazing service! My translation was done in 2 hours. All done on time, the right way, and the price was very good! Highly recommend.

Raj Nair
English to Russian

Great experience. They were responsive and helpful. They guided me, didn't oversell services, and even saved me money. Timely delivery despite a holiday. Highly recommend!

Dmitri Petrenko
Ukrainian to English

Submitted a 43 page doc, it was translated twice as fast as our previous vendor, and in-house loved it. Thanks ABC for amazing customer service and fast delivery of top notch translations.

Henrik Jørvik
English to Romanian

I reached out to them last Friday for an emergency translation. They got back within the hour. ETA was 24 hours. Since it was a Friday, I expected Monday, but it was completed on Saturday. Accurate and on time, great job!

Amara Fofana
English to French

I have used ABC Translations at two different occasions now and both translations has been perfect! I would truly recommend the company. Their customer service is nice and professional and the translation is accurate, well written with a very quick turnaround. Highly recommend!

Nadia Rahman
English to Korean

I purchased a translation on Friday and expected a 24-hour turnaround but also ordered a notary not knowing it wasn't part of the estimated time. Unsurprisingly I needed it immediately. I emailed support and within a few hours, it was completely signed and notarized! Hats off to y'all!

Luca Amato
English to Japanese

Easy to work with. Real human communication. Accurate translations, even for technical terms. Always on time or early. Incredibly convenient.

Aisha Vahid
German to Arabic

Fantastic experience starting with the price. Very easy submission process. Fast, helpful replies. Will return for future translations.

Mateo Kovač
English to German

Truly amazing experience. Easy process and great communication. Hard copies arrived on time. Would give a thousand stars!

Sofía Castro
Spanish to Japanese

Highly recommend using this service. Outstanding translation job and fast turnaround. Excellent and professional.

Mei Tanaka
English to Italian

Super happy with the experience. Smooth and efficient. I plan to use them again.

Omar Darwish
English to Arabic

Phenomenal customer service. Fast responses and accurate translations. Very satisfied!

Eddie Morales
English to Spanish
Clear answers

Frequently Asked Questions

Find clear answers to the questions people most often ask about working with us. See how the workflow runs, what it costs, how long it takes, where documents are accepted, which notarization choices exist, and the way finished files reach you.

Do my technical manuals and SOPs need certified translation?

Usually not. Manuals, SOPs, and training guides are typically professional translation at $0.09 per word. Certified translation at $24.10 per page is for documents an authority reviews, such as ISO compliance files, safety filings, and regulatory submissions, and those carry our 100% acceptance guarantee.

Tell us what each document is for and we will confirm which level it needs.

Can you keep technical terminology consistent across a large manual and SOP set?

Yes. Your work goes to professional, native-speaking translators with technical experience who keep terms consistent throughout a manual, SOP, or training set. Unlimited revisions are included, so if a term needs to match your internal glossary, we adjust it until it does.

Will a torque value or safety warning be translated exactly as the source states it?

Yes. Specifications, torque values, and safety warnings are handled by translators who know technical terminology, so a measurement or a mandatory step reads exactly as it does in the source and cannot be mistaken for optional.

Unlimited revisions let your engineers verify any critical instruction before the document goes to the floor.

How fast can ISO compliance files and regulatory submissions be delivered?

Certified per-page work on ISO files, safety filings, or regulatory submissions is delivered within 48 hours. Content handled on the standard per-word track is timed to the size of the project, and for a compliance deadline or an urgent rollout, you can add expedited handling to move things forward faster.

Are confidential technical specifications and patent filings kept secure?

Yes. Technical specifications, patent filings, and proprietary procedures are handled under strict confidentiality, we can sign a non-disclosure agreement, and files move through secure transfer. Every translator is bound by confidentiality requirements.

How many languages do you support for technical content?

We translate across 120+ languages, covering the markets where your products are sold, used, and regulated.