Our CTO (Luke Cole) previously worked for Hemisphere GPS (orginally called BEELINE, and now bought out by AgJunction) as a "Robotics Engineer" implementing auto-guidance solutions for various quadbikes and agriculture tractors that was used by 100's of vehicles around the world.
For 10 years, starting as a teenager in 1998 - Luke Cole has also worked for leading research institutes and companies such as NICTA (now called CSIRO Data61), CSIRO, Seeing Machines and ANU Robotics System Lab (lead by Alex Zelinsky, who received a rare prestigious AO award in 2017 and was Defence Scientist of Australia from 2012 for 6 years). Luke's work included various autonomous mobile robot projects, involving computer vision, and even a self-driving car early 2000's. Back then OpenCV and ROS didn't exist, so we did a "roll-your-own" called VisLib and DROS comprised of 364,578 lines of code.
Lance Cole has also worked at NICTA and has a background of various hardware development, such as working for a contract company to the US millary (EOS), building the Common Remotely Operated Weapon Station (CROWS).
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A Local Leader in Digital Excellence: COLETEK Supports Avoca Beach Businesses
As you step into the picturesque coastal town of Avoca Beach, on the Central Coast of New South Wales, Australia, a wave of innovation and progress crashes against its shores. Amidst this scenic backdrop, COLETEK stands out as a trusted Australian company, dedicated to empowering local businesses with cutting-edge digital solutions. For years, our team has been quietly revolutionizing the way companies in Avoca Beach, Central Coast, New South Wales, Australia operate. We understand the unique challenges and opportunities that come with being part of this vibrant coastal community. By leveraging our extensive experience and expertise, we've helped countless businesses thrive and grow, from small startups to established industry leaders. Our national reach has given us the opportunity to work with clients across various sectors and regions, fine-tuning our approach to meet the distinct needs of each area. This expertise is now being put to work right here in Avoca Beach, where we're committed to supporting local businesses every step of the way. Whether you're looking to improve your online presence, streamline operations, or develop a new strategy for growth, COLETEK has the knowledge and passion to help. What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to trust, innovation, and community engagement. We believe in building long-term relationships with our clients, based on mutual respect, open communication, and a deep understanding of their goals and challenges. Our team is always looking for ways to innovate and improve, driving results through the latest digital technologies and best practices. As a locally grounded company, we take pride in being part of the fabric of Avoca Beach, Central Coast, New South Wales, Australia. We know that every business has its unique character, and we're dedicated to understanding and supporting those differences. Whether you're a new start-up or an established player in your industry, COLETEK is here for you, providing expert guidance and support to help you achieve success. Ready to take the next step towards elevating your business? Contact Us today to learn more about how our customized solutions can benefit your company, and let's work together to drive growth and prosperity in Avoca Beach!Mechatronics Prototyping for Avoca Beach – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for Avoca Beach – Amazing Customer Testimonials
I was grateful to find Luke Cole at COLETEK in the early days of an invention idea. He was very patient and generous with information to guide me along the way. And even though I did not preceed with my project, I would still recommend his services. Thank you.
We have used COLETEK on a couple of occasions and found their service to be professional and on time. We specialise in engineering and design of height safety equipment and since a lot of parts are made by casting from stainless steel we require a quick model before we proceed with the tool manufacture. COLETEK has been able to provide this quickly saving us valuable time and giving us peace of mind knowing our parts will look right when casted from stainless steel.
COLETEK have provided one to one communication throughout the development process and gone above and beyond in bringing our ideas closer to becoming a reality! Luke's expertise and knowledge with computer software and electronics is Jedi like, but what I liked most about working with him was his willingness and ability to think outside of the box.
As the proprietor a DIY environmentally pest control products business I have been more then impressed with COLETEK's design capability and professionalism in assisting to realise an idea into reality. From concept, CAD drawings, 3D modelling, alterations right through to the finished product. I am extremely happy with our new termite control product. I have no hesitation in recommending COLETEK's services.
Intuitive, innovative & efficient are three words that would appropriately describe the COLETEK service. Luke and the team at COLETEK have taken our concepts to the next level.
I have been working closely with COLETEK for the past 6 years now, and I must say, it is a success story :-). I highly respect their team, they are a pleasure to work with and top skilled professionals. In addition to their top Technical service, their customer service is brilliant and it is a rare find. Their PCB repair rework skills are top notch and a rare find in this industry. I have been working in the IT industry for the past 20 years in various fields and seen it all so I can say with certainty that they are the best around and I am looking forward to keep working with them in the future.
Founded in 2001, we are a multiple award winning, highly experienced multidisciplinary company specialising in lean product development through rapid prototyping - transforming ideas from concept to life. Our industry-leading team combines deep expertise, cutting-edge technology, and advanced equipment to validate emerging ideas—transforming them into market-ready hardware and software solutions.
Our experience dates back to the 1990s with ANU "Robotics Systems Lab", CSIRO, NICTA (aka Data61), Seeing Machines, Location Aware Technologies, and Hemisphere GPS (aka BEELINE). For over 10 years now, we've been focused on validating R&D and taking ideas to commercialisation.
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