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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As a respected leader in Australian business and technology, COLETEK is proud to serve the vibrant community of Budden, nestled within the heart of the Central Tablelands, New South Wales. With our roots firmly planted in this remarkable region, we have established ourselves as a trusted partner for local businesses, entrepreneurs, and innovators, empowering them to thrive in today's competitive landscape. As a national player with a strong presence across Australia, COLETEK has developed an unparalleled understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities that Budden and its surrounding areas present. Our deep roots in this community enable us to tailor our support to meet the distinct needs of local businesses, from family-owned firms to startup enterprises, helping them navigate the complexities of growth and expansion. One key factor contributing to COLETEK's enduring success is our unwavering commitment to innovation and forward thinking. By staying at the forefront of technological advancements and incorporating them into our solutions, we empower Budden-based businesses to stay ahead of the curve, leveraging the latest tools and expertise to drive progress and prosperity. This focus on innovation not only ensures continued growth for our clients but also strengthens the local economy as a whole. COLETEK is uniquely positioned to provide unparalleled support to Budden's diverse business community, boasting an impressive track record of trust, reliability, and results-driven outcomes. Our dedication to fostering lasting relationships with clients has earned us a reputation as a trusted ally in the region, where we take pride in understanding the nuances and specifics required for tailored solutions. As your partner in prosperity, COLETEK is committed to helping local businesses thrive, leveraging our extensive experience, national reach, and deep understanding of the Budden community. We invite you to join forces with us, tapping into our collective expertise to propel growth, stimulate innovation, and fortify the foundations of your business for a brighter future. To explore how COLETEK can support your Budden-based business in achieving its goals, please do not hesitate to Contact Us.Mechatronics Prototyping for Budden – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for Budden – Amazing Customer Testimonials
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.
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 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.
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.
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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