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 Limekilns, Central Tablelands, New South Wales, Australia: COLETEK's Commitment to Excellence
In the heart of the beautiful Central Tablelands, where rolling hills and scenic landscapes meet a strong sense of community, COLETEK is proud to call Limekilns home. As a trusted Australian company with deep roots in this charming town, we're dedicated to supporting local businesses and individuals who share our passion for innovation, excellence, and growth.
Limekilns, Central Tablelands, New South Wales, Australia – this picturesque region is more than just a stunning backdrop for outdoor adventures. It's also a thriving community, rich in history, culture, and entrepreneurial spirit. At COLETEK, we're committed to being a trusted partner for local businesses, helping them overcome challenges, seize opportunities, and achieve their goals.
With years of experience working with entrepreneurs and small-to-medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across Australia, we've developed a unique understanding of the specific needs and concerns that come with doing business in a regional area. Our team is passionate about empowering local businesses to succeed, leveraging our national reach and expertise to deliver tailored solutions that drive results.
We're not just talk; we're deeply rooted in this community. Our team has lived and worked in Limekilns for generations, and we genuinely care about the people and businesses that make this place so special. That's why we take the time to listen, understand, and tailor our support to meet the unique needs of each individual business and organization.
At COLETEK, we believe that trust is built on a foundation of honesty, integrity, and transparency. We're committed to being a reliable partner for local businesses in Limekilns, Central Tablelands, New South Wales, Australia – one that's dedicated to their success, not just seeking new opportunities or maximizing profits. And when you work with us, you can expect innovative thinking, expert guidance, and unwavering support from our passionate team.
So why settle for anything less than the best? When it comes to empowering local businesses in Limekilns, Central Tablelands, New South Wales, Australia, choose a partner that truly gets it – a company that's committed to excellence, dedicated to this community, and empowered by its roots in this beautiful region. Contact us today!
Mechatronics Prototyping for Limekilns – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for Limekilns – 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.
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.
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.
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 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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