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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We're Rooted in Goolma: Your Local Partner for Business Growth
Nestled on the Central West Slopes of New South Wales, Australia, lies the charming town of Goolma - a hub for agriculture, manufacturing, and community spirit. As part of this vibrant region, COLETEK proudly calls Goolma home, dedicating ourselves to empowering local businesses just like yours.
No stranger to the challenges faced by regional enterprises, our team has cultivated an in-depth understanding of the unique needs and aspirations that define our community. With a collective passion for innovation and collaboration, we're committed to being your trusted friend in business, helping you navigate the complexities and seize opportunities in Goolma and beyond.
As a nationally recognized company with extensive national reach, COLETEK leverages its expertise and comprehensive suite of solutions to help local businesses flourish. Our reputation for delivering tailored support, unparalleled customer service, and unwavering commitment to trust sets us apart from generic consulting firms or tech companies without a pulse on the local heartbeat.
When choosing a partner to drive growth, stability, and success in Goolma, it's essential to consider a company that not only has your best interests at heart but is also deeply rooted in the community. At COLETEK, we're more than just contractors; we're integral members of the Goolma fabric, invested in its prosperity and eager to share our expertise with you.
By working closely with us, you'll discover the value of having a knowledgeable ally who understands your specific needs, respects your values, and fosters long-term relationships. As your trusted advisors, we'll empower you to make informed decisions, optimize operations, and capitalize on emerging opportunities - all while maintaining our unwavering commitment to excellence.
So why settle for anything less? Partner with COLETEK today and let's grow together in Goolma! Contact Us
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Mechatronics Prototyping for Goolma – 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.
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 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.
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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