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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When it comes to the vibrant community of Koolewong, Central Coast, New South Wales, Australia, you want a trusted ally to support your business every step of the way. COLETEK stands at the forefront, with a deep understanding of what drives local success in this picturesque region. As native Australians, we've had the privilege of serving businesses across the country for decades. Our commitment to fostering growth and innovation has earned us the trust of numerous entrepreneurs, small-to-medium-sized enterprises, and established corporations alike. At COLETEK, we believe that a strong local presence is crucial for meaningful partnerships – which is why our dedicated team is anchored in the Central Coast community. Our unparalleled national reach enables us to tap into a vast network of expertise, resources, and best practices, ensuring your business receives tailored support to meet its unique needs. Whether you're seeking guidance on expanding operations, improving efficiency, or navigating industry disruptions, we've got you covered with cutting-edge insights and battle-tested strategies. At COLETEK, we pride ourselves on being more than just a service provider – we're advocates for the Koolewong community's progress and prosperity. We recognize that every business has its own distinct story, goals, and challenges, which is why our approach is centered around deep listening, empathy, and collaboration. Throughout our history of empowering local businesses, COLETEK has demonstrated unwavering commitment to innovation, adaptability, and transparency. Our long-standing track record speaks for itself: clients praise our proactive, no-nonsense attitude toward finding forward-thinking solutions that drive tangible results – and we're proud to have played a small part in shaping the region's economic landscape. The truth is, COLETEK knows the Central Coast like the back of our hand. We've been a part of this thriving community for years, working closely with local leaders, businesses, and organizations to create meaningful positive change. As your trusted ally, we're uniquely positioned to accelerate your growth and success – leveraging local expertise, national connections, and our deep understanding of evolving market trends. So whether you're an established player or a bold newcomer looking to carve out your niche in Koolewong, Central Coast, New South Wales, Australia – trust COLETEK to be there every step of the way. Partner with us today, and together let's build a brighter tomorrow for our beloved community. Contact UsMechatronics Prototyping for Koolewong – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for Koolewong – Amazing Customer Testimonials
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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