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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Supporting O'Connell's Business Community: COLETEK's Commitment to Excellence in the Heart of Central Tablelands, New South Wales, Australia
In the charming rural town of O'Connell, nestled within the picturesque Central Tablelands region of New South Wales, Australia, local businesses and communities know they can count on a trusted partner for all their digital and technological needs – COLETEK. With our headquarters firmly planted in the heart of this vibrant region, we've developed deep ties with the people and organizations that make O'Connell the thriving community it is today.
As an Australian-owned and operated company, COLETEK prides itself on its commitment to excellence, innovation, and a genuine understanding of local markets. Our team has extensive experience working with businesses in O'Connell and surrounding areas, providing tailored solutions that drive growth, productivity, and success. Whether you're a small startup or an established enterprise, we'll work closely with you to deliver exceptional results.
Our national reach and reputation have earned us the trust of clients across Australia, yet our roots remain firmly planted in O'Connell and the Central Tablelands. We take pride in being a part of this community, supporting local initiatives, events, and businesses – all while staying at the forefront of technological advancements to ensure our services remain cutting-edge.
At COLETEK, we believe that trust is built through results, dedication, and a willingness to listen. That's why we've invested heavily in building strong relationships with our clients, understanding their unique challenges, and developing customized solutions that meet their specific needs. We're not just providers of technology – we're partners who genuinely care about the success of local businesses in O'Connell and surrounds.
When you work with COLETEK, you can expect innovative thinking, unwavering commitment, and a passion for delivering outstanding results. Our experts will work closely with your team to identify opportunities, develop strategies, and implement solutions that drive real change – all while remaining mindful of the unique needs and challenges specific to O'Connell and the wider Central Tablelands region.
So why wait? Join forces with COLETEK, a trusted Australian company with deep roots in O'Connell's business community. Let us help you unlock your full potential, drive growth, and achieve lasting success in this vibrant region. When you're ready to take your business to the next level, Contact Us and start reaping the rewards of a trusted partnership with COLETEK.
Mechatronics Prototyping for O'connell – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for O'connell – 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.
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.
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.
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.
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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