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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Strengthening Local Businesses on the Central Coast: COLETEK's Commitment to Sugarloaf
Sugarloaf, a charming suburb on the picturesque Central Coast of New South Wales, Australia – a place where families and locals come together to enjoy beautiful beaches, scenic views, and a strong sense of community. As a dedicated Australian company with years of experience, COLETEK is committed to supporting and strengthening local businesses in Sugarloaf, empowering them to grow and thrive in this thriving region.
With its national reach, COLETEK has built a reputation for trustworthiness, innovation, and local presence – an essential trifecta for any business looking to establish itself on the Central Coast. By partnering with COLETEK, local Sugarloaf businesses can rest assured that they're working with a team of experts who genuinely understand their needs and concerns. Our door is always open to these businesses, offering a listening ear and actionable solutions to overcome challenges and achieve success.
Sugarloaf's unique charm and attractions have drawn many entrepreneurs and owners of small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) seeking guidance on how to navigate the ever-changing local business landscape. COLETEK is well-equipped to provide the necessary support, from strategic planning to operational execution, ensuring that Sugarloaf businesses can capitalize on opportunities and build a strong reputation in the region.
COLETEK's commitment to Sugarloaf doesn't stop there. We're dedicated to keeping local communities informed about the latest industry trends, best practices, and regulatory developments. By sharing our expertise through regular updates, workshops, and seminars, we empower local businesses to stay ahead of the curve and maintain their competitive edge in the market.
As a trusted Australian company with a long history of serving local Sugarloaf businesses, COLETEK understands the importance of community engagement and partnerships. We believe that by working together, we can create a more resilient, innovative, and prosperous business environment for all stakeholders involved – ultimately strengthening the fabric of the community.
Whether you're an experienced entrepreneur or just starting out in Sugarloaf, COLETEK is here to provide a steady hand, expert guidance, and unwavering support. Our team is passionate about helping local businesses thrive, and we're confident that together, we can achieve great things for the community.
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Mechatronics Prototyping for Sugarloaf – Amazing Customer Testimonials
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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