muntatge

Muntatge is a Catalan noun that denotes the action or result of mounting, assembling, or installing components to create a finished object or system. It can also refer to the setup of equipment, the assembly of parts in manufacturing, or the installation of a device in its operating environment. In industrial contexts muntatge encompasses planning, verification of components, assembly, integration, testing, and commissioning. Common phrases include linia de muntatge (assembly line) and manual de muntatge (assembly manual). Safety, quality control and conformity to technical specifications are central concerns in muntatge projects, often governed by standards and procedural documentation, such as bills of materials and work instructions.

In the arts and media, muntatge also denotes the process of combining elements to form a sequence or product. In cinema and video, muntatge (often translated as montage) refers to editing—choosing shots, arranging them in sequence, and shaping pacing and meaning. In theatre and stage production, muntatge can mean the overall staging or the process of assembling sets, props, and lighting for a performance.

The term reflects the broad sense of “putting together” and is used primarily in Catalan-speaking contexts. In English-language texts, montage is more common for the editing sense, while assembly and installation may be described with terms like assembly or mounting depending on context.