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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Woolgarlo, Central Tablelands: At the Heart of COLETEK's Australian Roots
In the picturesque town of Woolgarlo, nestled in the Central Tablelands of New South Wales, Australia – a place where the rich history and natural beauty blend seamlessly – COLETEK has established itself as a trusted partner for local businesses. Our roots run deep here, surrounded by the region's unique charm and entrepreneurial spirit.
As a national company with a strong presence in Woolgarlo, we've cultivated a passion for understanding the specific needs of local enterprises. Whether they're just starting out or scaling up their operations, our commitment to excellence has earned us a reputation as a reliable ally for business owners in this thriving community. We truly believe that our expertise can make a tangible difference by helping them grow, innovate, and succeed.
Trust is at the foundation of everything we do, just like it's at the heart of Woolgarlo's warm and welcoming culture. At COLETEK, we take pride in consistently delivering high-quality solutions, built on the principles of integrity, honesty, and transparency. Our dedicated team members are here to listen, support, and guide entrepreneurs through every stage of their journey.
We're not just an outside-in consultancy; we have a deep understanding of Woolgarlo's distinct ecosystem. We know its unique strengths and challenges – from the agricultural sector to small-town retail and service industries – and are well-positioned to offer tailored advice, leveraging our national network and expertise in data-driven decision-making.
As a trusted local partner, we're committed to fostering long-term growth for Woolgarlo's businesses. We believe that local ingenuity, fueled by innovative ideas, can drive prosperity and create opportunities for the next generation of community leaders. As your chosen partner, COLETEK will work tirelessly to help you unlock your full potential – whether it's refining your strategic direction or harnessing the power of technology.
Get in touch with our team today to explore how COLTEK can support your business goals. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, we invite you to join us on this exciting journey toward excellence. Let's grow and thrive together – right here in Woolgarlo, Central Tablelands, New South Wales, Australia.
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Mechatronics Prototyping for Woolgarlo – 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.
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.
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.
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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