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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Nestled in the heart of the Australian countryside, Burraga and the wider Central Tablelands region embody a unique spirit that drives innovation, entrepreneurship, and community pride. As your trusted ally, COLETEK is committed to empowering local businesses like yours to thrive in this special part of the world. With years of experience backing our name, we've earned a reputation for being reliable, forward-thinking, and attuned to the distinct needs of regional enterprises like those found in Burraga. Our understanding of the challenges faced by local businesses extends far beyond just providing solutions; it's about fostering lasting relationships built on trust, mutual respect, and shared goals. As a proudly Australian company with national reach, we're invested in the prosperity of our communities and dedicated to helping yours shine. What sets us apart? Unwavering commitment to innovation, for starters. We stay ahead of the curve by embracing new technologies, processes, and methodologies that can give your business a competitive edge. Our local presence is just as crucial; we know intimately the rhythms, challenges, and opportunities that characterize Life in Burraga. Whether you're looking to expand operations, streamline efficiency, or navigate the digital landscape, our experts have earned their stripes supporting businesses across this beloved region. As your trusted ally, COLETEK stands ready to support every aspect of your enterprise — from strategy development through implementation and beyond. Our collective expertise enables us to offer tailored guidance that addresses the distinct needs of businesses in Burraga, helping you overcome hurdles, capitalize on opportunities, and seize a brighter future. In the end, our unwavering commitment is to your success, as well as the success of the community we're proud to call home. As you contemplate your next steps or seek guidance for the challenges ahead, remember that COLETEK — your partner in growth — stands ready to walk alongside you every step of the way. Contact UsMechatronics Prototyping for Burraga – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for Burraga – 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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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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