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Alexander Konosov
Translator&Engineer specializ in manuals

Samara, Samarskaya Oblast', Russian Federation
Local time: 15:41 MSK (GMT+4)

Native in: Russian Native in Russian

Account type Freelancer, Identity Verified Verified site user
Services Translation, Website localization, Software localization
Expertise
Specializes in:
Automotive / Cars & TrucksManufacturing
Mechanics / Mech EngineeringIT (Information Technology)
Engineering: IndustrialEngineering (general)
Electronics / Elect EngEconomics
Computers: SoftwareAutomation & Robotics

Rates
English to Russian - Rates: 0.08 - 0.10 EUR per word / 25 - 30 EUR per hour
KudoZ activity (PRO) PRO-level points: 1523, Questions answered: 739, Questions asked: 1
Payment method accepted Wire transfer
Portfolio Sample translations submitted: 5
Glossaries Automotive, Economy Policy, Electromagnetic Compatibility, Engineering, English-Russian Project Management Dictionary, General, IT, Law, Machining
Experience Years of translation experience: 16. Registered at ProZ.com: Dec 2002.
ProZ.com Certified PRO certificate(s) N/A
Credentials N/A
Memberships SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers)
Software Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Adobe Acrobat, AutoCAD, FrameMaker, Frontpage, PageMaker, Photoshop, Powerpoint, SDL TRADOS
Forum posts 6 forum posts
Website http://www.proz.com/translator/43898
CV/Resume English (PDF)
Professional practices Alexander Konosov endorses ProZ.com's Professional Guidelines.
About me
Accomplished, versatile Translator with 21 years of experience in Engineering, Business and IT translation. Professional education and proven practice in Automotive & Mechanical Engineering. First career in engineering, subsequently turned to translation and editing. Currently provide 2,500 words a day for major international agencies and clients. Great experience in translation of manuals.

Translating of Operation and Maintenance Manuals, Specifications, Standards, Patents, Technical Documentation, Product Sheets, Catalogues and Training materials in wide range of equipment, machines and tools.
Some recent translation assignments have included:
AUTOMOTIVE: Service Bulletins, Field Service Tips, Workshop Manuals, Owner's and Driver's Handbooks, Diagnostic System messages and Release Notes, Pre-delivery & Recall Bulletins, Specifications, Parts Catalogues, Warranty Policies, Tech Training and eLearning courses on Vehicle Systems, etc. (Toyota, Mazda, Ford, Jaguar and Land Rover, Volvo Trucks, Volvo Buses, VEC, Iveco, Caterpillar, John Deere, Bosch, TRW, SAFT, SKF, Delphi, Denso, etc.)
AUTOMATION & ROBOTICS: CNC Control Instruction Manual, PLC User’s Manual (Hardware Description), Modules Installation Sheets (CPU, I/O, power supply, interface, etc.), PLC Programming Software Manual, Industrial Panel PC User Manual, Robot Safety Manual, etc. (Mitsubishi Electric, Shneider Electric, Honeywell, Kawasaki, IEI Technology Corp.)
DIGITAL IMAGING & COMPUTER EQUIPMENT and IT: SW/UI/Drivers strings, Customer Documentation, Knowledge Bases, Sales & Analyst Training course, User, Reference and Service manuals, help files, etc. (Xerox, HP, Linx, Microsoft, Dell, Samsung, Panasonic, LG)
INDUSTRY EQUIPMENT: Generators (Installation, Servicing and Maintenance Manuals), Shaft Alignment Machines (Manuals), Mail Inserter (Operator Manual and UI strings), Machine Tools (datasheets, press releases and website), High-Pressure Water Jet Machines (Operating Manuals), High-Pressure Plunger Pumps (Instructions & Documentation Package), Refrigerators (Service Bulletins, Installation Manuals and Product Training), Tapping Crane (Operating Manual), Water and Oil Temperature Controllers (Manuals and Brochures), Heat Exchangers & Pump Heads (User’s Manuals), Industrial Engines (Operation and Maintenance Manuals), Filtering Units (Operating and Maintenance Instructions), etc. (Cummins, FG Wilson, Haas, SKF, Carrier Transicold, Masterfelx, Neopost, Caterpillar, Woma, Cosema, URACA, KITO, Eurochiller, Bottarini, Demag, Kelvin, Losma, Pavarini, etc.)

Average daily capacity is 2,500 words (rush job up to 3,500 words). Demonstrated ability to work under continual deadline constraints, to complete assignments on time and with high quality. Effective Russian style especially in technical related areas. Correct, accurate and consistent use of terminology and professional style.
References and samples are available upon request.
This user has earned KudoZ points by helping other translators with PRO-level terms. Click point total(s) to see term translations provided.

Total pts earned: 1855
PRO-level pts: 1523


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Profile last updated
Jan 18



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