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 in Bulla Creek, Central Tablelands
Nestled in the picturesque region of Bulla Creek, within the heart of New South Wales' Central Tablelands, lies a thriving community that's rich in history and natural beauty. As a trusted Australian company, COLETEK is committed to supporting local businesses and entrepreneurs who call this area home. With a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities that come with operating in regional Australia, we're dedicated to delivering innovative solutions that cater to the needs of our friends and neighbors. For over three decades, COLETEK has been proud to serve as a trusted partner for businesses across the country, including those situated just beyond our picturesque Bulla Creek. Our national presence allows us to bring expertise and resources from coast-to-coast, ensuring that our clients have access to a comprehensive range of services and support. This local connection, combined with our extensive reach, enables us to foster strong relationships with customers like yours, tailored to the distinct needs of your region. At COLETEK, we're passionate about working closely with local businesses, understanding their unique challenges and strengths. We recognize that every area has its own character and charm, shaped by the community's history, culture, and resilience. As a result, our approach is centered on providing personalized support, leveraging innovative technologies, and fostering a deep understanding of your business goals and objectives. Through continued investment in research and development, we've stay ahead of the curve in terms of best practices and industry trends. This commitment to innovation ensures that our customers receive the most effective solutions, designed specifically for their specific needs and circumstances. By embracing this spirit of forward-thinking, we're able to drive long-term growth and prosperity for local businesses like yours. As a trusted Australian company, we take pride in our ability to work hand-in-hand with community leaders, entrepreneurs, and small business owners in Bulla Creek. Our goal is simple: to empower your success by providing the expertise, resources, and support necessary to thrive in this beautiful region. Whether you're looking to expand your market reach, optimize operations, or simply navigate the ever-changing business landscape, we're here to guide you every step of the way. So why wait? Reach out to COLETEK today and discover how our experienced team can help take your Bulla Creek-based business to the next level. We look forward to exploring new opportunities with you and contributing to the continued growth and prosperity of this beloved region. Contact UsMechatronics Prototyping for Bulla Creek – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for Bulla Creek – 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.
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.
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.
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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