Launch of Cirrus's Platform: Facilitating American Sign Language Translations in Documents and Videos
In St. Augustine, Florida, Cirrus, a company specializing in sign language accessibility for education, has debuted a new platform called CirrusTranslate. This innovative service aims to enhance the accessibility of American Sign Language (ASL) translations for the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community.
The platform allows users to upload various types of content, including documents, audio, and video files, for ASL translation. The translations are performed by human interpreters, with AI aiding in the processing and quoting of translations. Most translations are delivered in multiple formats within 3 to 5 business days.
CirrusTranslate is designed to offer a scalable solution for schools, healthcare providers, government agencies, and other organizations seeking to improve communication access for Deaf individuals. The company emphasizes that sign language is often preferred by the Deaf community as it conveys meaning more effectively than written text or closed captions.
"CirrusTranslate is the first U.S. platform to offer this level of scale, quality, and simplicity in ASL translation," said Christian Fillman, CEO of Cirrus. "We created this service to bridge the gap between intention and impact, helping organizations understand and properly serve the Deaf community by providing translations that convey the true meaning of the content."
The platform can be used for a variety of applications such as pre-operative medical instructions, educational content, and standardized testing, where accurate and culturally aligned communication is crucial.
Here's a breakdown of how CirrusTranslate works:
- Upload Your File: Users can visit https://cirrustranslate.com/translate to upload their video or document. The platform supports translation of video (mp4, mov) or audio files (mp3, wav) and PDF documents.
- Place Your Order: AI technology enables users to upload a file, receive a quote, and pay for the translation—all in less than a minute.
- Receive Translations: The finished ASL translation is delivered in multiple formats, often within just 3-5 business days.
Rhett Youngberg, chief technology officer at Cirrus, noted, "Our mission is to ensure that Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals have access to communication that is not only accurate, but also respectful of their language and culture. In a world where technology often threatens to replace human touch, we are committed to keeping humans at the heart of sign language translation."
Interested organizations can request a demo or begin the translation process at http://cirrustranslate.com. An ASL translation of this press release is available here.
Established in 2002, Cirrus offers education-focused interpreting and interpreter training, as well as digital translation services. The company's mission is to bridge the communication gap for Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals, enabling them to access and understand information in the same way as hearing individuals do. Learn more at hellocirrus.com.
Data-and-cloud-computing technology is utilized in CirrusTranslate, an online platform designed for education-and-self-development, to provide American Sign Language (ASL) translations. This platform can be used for various applications such as online-education content, pre-operative medical instructions, and standardized testing, emphasizing the importance of accurate and culturally-aligned communication in these areas.
