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 Commitment to Supporting Businesses on the Central Coast: COLETEK's Strong Ties to Kiar and Beyond
Located in the heart of Kiar, on the picturesque Central Coast of New South Wales, Australia, COLETEK has established itself as a trusted Australian company committed to supporting local businesses and communities. With years of experience working closely with companies in this region, we've developed a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by entrepreneurs and small business owners here.
As a national player with local roots, COLETTEK has earned a reputation for delivering tailored solutions that meet the distinct needs of organizations on the Central Coast. Our team is dedicated to fostering long-term relationships built on trust, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to helping our neighbour succeed. Whether you're a startup or an established business in Kiar or elsewhere on the coast, we'll work tirelessly to help you achieve your goals.
In an area renowned for its stunning natural beauty, vibrant community, and strong entrepreneurial spirit, COLETEK is proud to be among the local businesses that are driving growth and prosperity. Our presence in Kiar allows us to stay closely connected to the needs of this vibrant region, ensuring that our solutions are always relevant, effective, and aligned with your unique goals.
By investing time, expertise, and resources into understanding the complexities of the Central Coast business landscape, COLETEK has established itself as a trusted partner for companies seeking to thrive in today's fast-paced market. From our offices in Kiar, we're well-positioned to provide expert guidance, strategic planning, and collaborative support that empowers local businesses to excel.
COLETTEK's commitment to the Central Coast region extends far beyond its physical presence. We recognize the importance of giving back to the community that supports us, which is why we're committed to contributing time, resources, and expertise to initiatives that drive positive change in the area. By working together with local businesses, organizations, and stakeholders, we aim to create a more prosperous, inclusive, and sustainable Central Coast for all.
Whether you're looking to establish or grow your presence in Kiar or elsewhere on the Central Coast, COLETEK stands ready to support your journey with expertise, innovation, and a deep understanding of this dynamic region. Let us help you build the future you envision – contact us today to learn more.Contact Us
Mechatronics Prototyping for Kiar – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for Kiar – Amazing Customer Testimonials
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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