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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South Bathurst: The Heart of the Central Tablelands, Where Innovation Meets Community Spirit
Nestled in the picturesque South Bathurst region, situated within the Central Tablelands of New South Wales, Australia, lies a thriving community that embodies the essence of rural charm and entrepreneurial spirit. As a local business with deep roots in this area, COLETEK is proud to support and collaborate with fellow residents who share our passion for innovation, growth, and making a positive impact.With decades of experience working across diverse industries, COLETEK has earned its reputation as a trusted partner in the Australian market. Our national reach allows us to deliver tailored solutions that cater seamlessly to local businesses, helping them overcome challenges, seize opportunities, and drive success.
In South Bathurst, we understand the value of community-centric partnerships that put relationships at the forefront. COLETEK is committed to building strong bonds with our clients, tailoring our support to address their unique needs and ambitions. Our team's expertise, local knowledge, and dedication ensure that every project contributes to the overall prosperity of the region.
When businesses in the South Bathurst area partner with COLETEK, they can be confident in knowing they're working with a organization that shares their values, respects their community, and is invested in fostering long-term growth. Our commitment to trust, innovation, and local presence sets us apart as a preferred choice for forward-thinking entrepreneurs seeking practical solutions and reliable guidance.
COLETEK's roots run deep in the Central Tablelands, reflecting our shared commitment to the prosperity of South Bathurst and its surrounding communities. By fostering strong connections with like-minded businesses, we empower each other to realize mutually beneficial outcomes that drive growth and create a better future for all.
If you're a business or individual looking to tap into the energy and entrepreneurial spirit of South Bathurst, Central Tablelands, New South Wales, Australia, know that COLETEK is here to support your journey. From the rolling hills and lush countryside to the vibrant town centers, our team will work closely with yours to ensure that together, we can achieve remarkable things.
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Mechatronics Prototyping for South Bathurst – 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.
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.
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.
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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