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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Building Stronger Communities in Weelong, Central Tablelands, New South Wales, Australia
Weelong, a charming town nestled within the picturesque Central Tablelands of New South Wales, Australia – a region steeped in history and natural beauty. At COLETEK, our commitment to supporting local businesses and communities like yours is unwavering. Our team's extensive experience has equipped us with the expertise to provide tailored solutions that help you grow and thrive.
As a respected Australian company with a national presence, we understand the unique challenges faced by businesses in Weelong and beyond. Whether it's navigating regulatory hurdles or staying ahead of market trends, our dedicated team is well-positioned to offer guidance and support from the local perspective that matter most – yours. By combining our broad reach with deep understanding of the Central Tablelands region, we're uniquely positioned to drive results for your business.
At COLETEK, we've built a reputation as a trusted partner to businesses across Australia. Our long-standing relationships are testament to our dedication to delivering exceptional outcomes and serving as a valuable resource for local leaders like you. We're not just another national company with generic solutions; we're an embedded part of the community ecosystem, taking pride in working alongside your business to achieve lasting success.
Your regional pride and entrepreneurial spirit are what drive COLETEK's services forward. We recognize that each business is distinct, and our approach reflects this acknowledgment. With unwavering commitment to delivering innovative yet practical support, we'll empower you to seize new opportunities, overcome obstacles, and build a prosperous future for your community.
We're proud to be part of the fabric that binds Weelong's diverse businesses together – from agriculture and tourism to retail and services. COLETEK is your trusted ally in tackling the challenges and capitalizing on the opportunities that define our region. Together, we can forge a brighter future for Weelong and beyond.
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Mechatronics Prototyping for Weelong – 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.
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.
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.
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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