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An important aspect of content development is technical writing. At Shufrans TechDocs, we focus on clarity in documentation. Therefore, we ensure that language is not an obstacle for users to read and understand the information to be conveyed.

 

 

Our team of experienced writers creates, edits and proofreads all types of technical publications, including:

 

Technical publications

  • Data sheets
  • Installation manuals
  • Job cards
  • Operator manuals
  • Quick reference manuals
  • Service Bulletins (SB)
  • Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
  • Training manuals
  • Troubleshooting manuals (TSM)
  • User manuals

Aerospace and defense publications

  • Aerospace and defense publications
  • Aircraft Maintenance Manuals (AMM)
  • Aircraft Schematic Manuals (ASM)
  • Component Maintenance Manuals (CMM)
  • Crew manuals
  • Data modules development & editing based on the ASD-STE100 standard
  • Flight Operations Manuals (FOM)
  • Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETM)
  • Interactive Electronic Technical Publications (IETP)

Scientific publications

  • Medical journals
  • Patents
  • Scientific articles

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Using international writing standards such as ASD-STE100 (Simplified Technical English), we help you ensure compliance where necessary while improving the consistency of your documentation and the possible re-use of previously created content. In addition, our terminology management methods ensure the correct and consistent use of your company-specific terms.

With over 30 years of relevant industry experience, our technical writing team takes pride in creating high quality content based on current international writing standards. As a result of our proven track record in addressing industry and corporate content development needs, many international companies entrust us with their documentation needs.

We are experienced in handling documentation according to specific regulatory, legal and technical requirements, including:

Shufrans’ other writing-related services include translation, DTP (page layout), publishing, typesetting and file format conversion. For more information, please refer to Technical Translations, DTP / Publishing and Document Conversion. The use of standards such as TMX, TBX, Unicode, CGM, XML and SGML ensures compatibility and an easy exchange of data.

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Shufrans works with customers from the aerospace, defense, automotive, machinery and electronics industries. We have led development programs for customers worldwide, including BAE Systems, Boeing, EADS, Eurocopter, Embraer, GMF Aero-Asia, Rolls-Royce and Fuji Heavy Industries.

 

 

 

 

  • This was a great course with very useful and practical knowledge for my work. Simplified Technical English (STE) encourages users to always refer to the approved list of verbs and nouns in the STE dictionary before writing their technical documentation. The active voice is also a very useful and powerful tool in sending loud and clear instructions to our users. Starting a warning or caution with a simple and clear command is also very crucial in my line of work. Shumin's delivery of the training is highly organised, and she has been most patient with our comments, questions, and feedback the whole time.
    Abdel Alazeem Arafah Service Coordinator, NIMR Automotive
  • The goals and expectations of the course were laid out clearly. My favourite STE rule was rule 4.2: Do not omit words or use contractions to make your sentences shorter. I tend to shorten sentences as much as possible so I had to pay extra attention each time to ensure accuracy. I've found the course to be very interesting, and Shumin has conveyed the message very well. It would be great if we had more time to go through more assignments during class.
    TCLoc Master's Student University of Strasbourg
  • I had the pleasure of working alongside Shumin for several projects during her time at the Singapore Aviation Academy. She is what I would call a balanced manager - always keeping a cool head regardless of the obstacles we had faced as a division. Her outstanding abilities include bringing inspiration to her team and her effortless presentation skills.
    Nasuha Rahim Executive, Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore
  • Frans gave our group of three teams training in Simplified Technical English. He was engaging as a speaker and really made the 2-day training enjoyable and worthwhile. I didn't think we all could use the new ways of writing and thinking that he was teaching, but everyone got on board right away. We continue to use the skills that Frans taught us, with the same type of enthusiasm he brought to the group during training. This was probably the best training I've had at Check Point, in either technical or professional subjects. Top Qualities: Personable, Expert, Creative
    Rochelle Fisher Team Leader, Check Point Software Technologies
  • The introduction was a good and concise way to familiarize yourself with STE basics. I’ve a background in plain language, so for example the rule on noun clusters makes perfect sense. I’m all about simplification, so substituting verbs like “eliminate” for verbs like “remove” or “stop” will be my new quest. The STE exercises were helpful in getting to grasp with STE during the training workshop. I'd very likely recommend this course to anyone planning to introduce STE as it’s got a great practical angle.
    Jenni Virtaluoto, PhD Senior Lecturer, University of Jyväskylä, Finland
  • Shumin gave a good introduction to Simplified Technical English. Instead of writing long sentences that are difficult to read, I prefer the STE rule of presenting long sentences in a list that makes it much easier to understand the work that is required to be completed. The STE exercises were pretty engaging, and this is particularly so for day 2 of the rewriting workshop that gave the team a lot of insight into our documentation. Trainees also had the opportunity to replace many unapproved standard English words with STE ones that helped us better appreciate the application of STE rules in a real-world context. This is a training that I have rated 10/10 for.
    Thuraya Al Mehrzi Production Engineer, NIMR Automotive
  • Shumin is a supportive and approachable manager, colleague and friend. She possesses excellent linguistic, communication and presentation skills. She is able to communicate well and is eloquent on the international platform and is able to exercise professional inter-cultural sensitivities.
    Dennis Yeo Learning Advocate, Ngee Ann Polytechnic
  • The introduction to Simplified Technical English (STE) was simple to follow and understand. Rule 1.4 to use only the approved forms of verbs and adjectives from the STE dictionary is something that I appreciate very much. Applying the rules faithfully was a challenging albeit enjoyable process. There is a lot of good writing rules to learn here. I've found the exercises to be very useful for learning reinforcement, and they have helped me to apply STE rules in a more efficient manner and I've gained a much better understanding of STE as a result. Shumin's training methodology is easy to follow, and she offers us great technical writing advice and has simplified the process for us. Every aspect of this training is a 10/10 for me.
    Nour Bazuhair Engineer Trainee, NIMR Automotive
  • Frans has demonstrated that he is an expert in restricted languages and in particular ASD Simplified Technical English (STE). He has given successful presentations on the subject at S1000D User Forums that were very well received. He is an expert in developing systems that check conformance to restricted English standards.
    Mike Day Business Advisor, Rolls-Royce Defense Aerospace

  • Shumin did a very good job of explaining how the compliance in a language standard like STE varies from one industry to another, and is nothing like the law that enforces strict rules based on deterrence. Rather, it is a user-friendly standard that writers can turn to in times of need for consistency and standardising. My favourite STE rule is simply to use only approved technical words with the correct meaning and part of speech assigned.
    Noldi Odermatt, Geschäftsführer / Partner Aceon AG