Do you require an English to Dutch technical translation service to help you enter the Dutch-speaking market?
By combining linguistic skills with technical expertise, BlacKKite helps you accurately translate your technical documents into idiomatic Dutch equivalents.
What is Technical Translation?
Technical translation is a specialized service involving the translation of texts related to technology and engineering, such as technical manual translation. This type of translation is carried out by specialized translation experts.
Why Technical Translations are Important
The importance of localized technical documents lies in the fact that they provide fundamental instructions and inform users about safety regulations and safety risks.
This emphasizes the necessity for manufacturers to provide an accurate translation that meets the same high standards as the original.
Qualified technical translators are typically well versed in one or more technical industries. With a background in electrical engineering and the printing industry, BlacKKite specializes in translating technical documentation for the following fields and industries.
Want to know what to expect in terms of translation performance? Check out this Dutch case study that demonstrates how I approach and tackle commonly occurring translation issues.
The total cost for your Dutch translation depends on the word count, subject matter, and required delivery deadline. BlacKKite charges a transparent per word rate based on the word count of the original document.
Use the translation price calculator to instantly get a price, turnaround, and delivery estimate or request a price quote and discover how a professional Dutch technical translation can give you a competitive advantage.
To request a no obligation quote, please complete the quote request form. BlacKKite will be in touch with you in no-time to offer a personalized quote to fit your particular needs. Time zone: UTC/GMT +1 hour; during Summer Time/Daylight Saving Time UTC/GMT +2 hours. Current time
Preservation of the original layout and file format
Meticulous QA process
One round of post-delivery editing
Translation memory on file
Proprietary term base (optional)
Fair rates
Technical Documents Supported for Translation
Technical translation covers a broad range of text types. BlacKKite provides support for most publications, including the content types in the following categories.
Main Types of Technical Documentation
Limitless support for the following document types
Safety & Health
Safety and health instructions and information are used to inform people about the risks associated with certain activities and how to mitigate those risks.
Show examples
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
Product Safety Data Sheets (PSDS)
Safety information
Safety regulations
Operating requirements
Operating procedures
Safety instructions
Usage requirements
Safety labels
Instructions & Directions
Instructions and directions are detailed sets of steps that explain how to use equipment, complete a task, or follow a process.
Support and help information is any type of information, or advice that provides assistance and guidance in resolving issues and questions a user might face.
Show examples
Online help
Help files
Help support
Help information
Service desk templates
Self-service knowledge base
Self-service center
Incident templates
Help desk ticket templates
Service desk tool content
Troubleshoot templates
Escalation process templates
Issue management templates
Service & Maintenance
Service and maintenance information is documentation that outlines the procedures, parts, and processes needed to maintain, repair, service, lube, or clean products and equipment.
Show examples
Maintenance manual
Preventive maintenance plan
Preventive maintenance recommendations
Periodic maintenance plan
Periodic maintenance schedule
Engineer manual
Service manual
Service requests
Maintenance instructions
Fault-finding guide
Maintenance handbook
Fault handling routine
Maintenance advice
Maintenance overview
Maintenance schedule
Maintenance chart
Cleaning instructions
Care instructions
Lubrication plan
Lubrication specifications
Diagrams & Specifications
Specifications are documents that outline the technical characteristics of a product. They can be used by engineers, as well as for communication between manufactures, vendors, and customers.
Show examples
Parts lists
Schematic diagrams
Product specifications
Parts drawings
Technical manual
Accessory overview
Parts overview
Cutaway drawing
Cross-section drawing
Exploded view drawing
Release & Update Information
Release and update information for software refers to the data provided by software developers and vendors for their users, outlining the improvements, bug fixes, and new features of the latest version or build.
Show examples
Apple App Store descriptions
Google Play Store descriptions
Release summary
Software release notes
Change log
Service announcements
Release notes template
Update details
Upgrade details
Upgrade history
Build log
Version log
Compatibility requirements
System requirements
Bug fixes
Feature overview
Feature comparison sheet
Readme files
Commercial Texts
All customer-facing commercial communication used to promote, inform, and educate a target audience about a product or service, sometimes implemented as transcreation.
Show examples
White paper
Product pitch
Product brochure
Press release
Review
Website content
Advertising copy
Leaflets
Transcreation
Internal Communication
Internal business communication is the sharing of information within an organization in order to facilitate the organization's daily operations and to create a cohesive organizational culture.
Show examples
Arrangements
Templates
Emails
Drafts
What to Look For in a Technical Translation Specialist?
When opting for BlacKKite, you can be certain that the translator:
When you hire Dutch language specialist BlacKKite, you will be able to benefit from the low overhead costs and high efficiency, which result in lower fees for you.
Technical Expert Adding Value
I am Erwin van Wouw (1973), a native Dutch speaker and English to Dutch translator for over 17 years. As a technician turned translator, I can get a good grasp of the operation of new and existing technologies or engineering solutions when translating documents such as user manuals.
This allows me to create a free-flowing, coherent, and natural-sounding Dutch translation of your product manuals or other technical documentation.
Fully qualified & certified
High sense of ownership
Excellent research skills
Meticulous Quality Assurance process
Dutch Technology Translation
When translating industry-specific terminology, I draw from my hands-on experience and specialist knowledge or consult reference materials or subject matter experts.
Many engineering, manufacturing and scientific terms in Dutch have been adopted or adapted from English. Oftentimes, such terms have become generally accepted in Dutch.
However, in many cases, there is a proper Dutch equivalent available.
Project Manager, direct client (Dutch translation of user interface)
Terminological Consistency
To guarantee uniformity in technology terminology, and to ensure that new Dutch technical documents are in line with those translated previously, you can provide either your own terminology lists or previous translations for similar products.
The Netherlands is a small country on the North Sea shore, bordering Germany and Belgium.
With around 24 million Dutch speakers all over the world – most of them in the Netherlands, Belgium, and Suriname – the Dutch-speaking community forms a very attractive market.
The Dutch people in general have a forward-looking mentality and are often eager to adopt innovations and new technologies.
Availability of Technical Translation Expert in Your Area
You might wonder how to find a Dutch technical translation specialist near you. Well, you don't have to.
Because translation work can be carried out remotely, proximity is not an issue. So it is not necessary for you to be geographically close to your translation specialist. This means you don't have to visit BlacKKite's office or have to reside in the Netherlands to be able to take advantage of their translation services.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dutch Technical Translation
How long does it take to receive a quote?
You will normally receive a quote within the hour during office hours in the Netherlands. Time zone: UTC/GMT +1 hour, during Summer Time/Daylight Saving Time UTC/GMT +2 hours. Current time
What is the turnaround time for technology translation?
The turnaround time for your project depends on the volume and difficulty of the text. Simply complete the turnaround time calculator to instantly get an estimate for your project.
How does BlacKKite ensure the quality of its services?
In order to guarantee the best quality, BlacKKite follows a set of best practices.
Can I get a free test translation for evaluation?
You are invited to assess my case study that demonstrates how I tackle commonly occurring translation issues.
What file formats are supported?
BlacKKite can handle most file formats, from Microsoft Word and Excel files to SDL Trados Studio XLIFFs and Adobe InDesign files. Refer to the file formats support page for a full overview.
