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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Your Trusted Partner in Boambolo and the Central Tablelands: COLETEK
Nestled in the heart of New South Wales, Australia, lies the charming town of Boambolo, part of the picturesque Central Tablelands region. As a business looking to thrive in this beautiful area, you're likely seeking more than just a service provider – you want a trusted partner that understands the local fabric and can deliver tailored solutions.
That's where COLETEK comes in. With our strong presence on Australian soil and extensive experience supporting businesses across the nation, we truly are your go-to companion in the Central Tablelands. Whether you're an established operator or just starting out, you'll appreciate the value we bring to the table – expertise honed over years, a commitment to trustworthiness, and innovative approaches tailored to suit your unique needs.
The Central Tablelands and Boambolo specifically are steeped in history, natural beauty, and a strong sense of community. At COLETEK, we recognize that our role extends beyond mere service provision to become an integral part of the local ecosystem. We're not just a company – we're your neighbors, invested in the prosperity and well-being of our shared community.
This grassroots ethos is reflected in everything we do: from our commitment to locally sourced materials and sustainable practices to our passion for empowering start-ups and established outfits alike. When you choose COLETEK, you can rest assured that you'll be dealing with professionals who truly understand the character of Central Tablelands' towns like Boambolo.
We know firsthand the challenges you face as a business in this region – from navigating complex market fluctuations to leveraging innovation to stay ahead of the curve. That's why we've built our reputation on trust: trusting our customers, trusting the community, and always keeping their best interests at heart. When you partner with us, you can count on confidentiality, adaptability, and open communication.
So why wait? Let your local success story begin with COLETEK as your trusted partner in Boambolo and across the Central Tablelands region. Contact Us today to experience the difference a knowledgeable and dedicated business support team can make!
Mechatronics Prototyping for Boambolo – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for Boambolo – Amazing Customer Testimonials
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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