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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Empowering Local Businesses on the Central Coast: COLETEK's Commitment to Toowoon Bay
Toowoon Bay, a picturesque coastal town on the Central Coast of New South Wales, Australia – where stunning beaches, outdoor lifestyles, and small-town charm come together. For over two decades, COLETEK has been proud to call this region home. As locals ourselves, we understand the unique challenges faced by businesses in Toowoon Bay, from leveraging digital marketing platforms to navigating evolving consumer trends.
Our team of experts has gained a reputation for delivering tailored solutions that drive real results for regional businesses like yours. With deep roots on the Central Coast and national expertise, COLETEK is committed to supporting your growth, no matter where you are in your journey. Whether you're an established enterprise or a startup just setting sail, we'll help you navigate the complexities of modern business.
When it comes to choosing the right partner for your Toowoon Bay-based endeavor, trust is paramount. For that reason, COLETEK has built its reputation on transparency, reliability, and a commitment to innovation – hallmarks of our approach from day one. As locals ourselves, we understand the importance of being embedded in this vibrant community, fostering strong bonds with our clients and the wider region.
In our quest for continuous improvement, we invest heavily in remaining at the forefront of industry developments, ensuring our expertise stays abreast of changing market conditions. Our in-depth knowledge of local demographics, consumer behaviors, and regional trends allows us to create targeted strategies that drive meaningful outcomes for your unique business. This localized focus also enables us to better understand the distinct needs of Toowoon Bay's community, tailoring our approach to maximize impact.
We take immense pride in being a 100% Australian-owned and operated firm with strong ties to this wonderful region. When you partner with COLETEK, you can count on having a dedicated team backing your initiatives – always locally focused and nationally connected. As we look to the future, our commitment to Toowoon Bay's growth remains unwavering, as we continue supporting the local economy through empowering businesses like yours.
Join the ranks of successful businesses in Toowoon Bay who have already experienced the benefits of working with COLETEK. We invite you to tap into our deep understanding of this unique region and leverage our collective expertise to elevate your brand, drive greater results, and thrive in an evolving market.
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Mechatronics Prototyping for Toowoon Bay – Amazing Customer Testimonials
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 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.
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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