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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Partnering with local businesses in Toongi, Central West Slopes, New South Wales, Australia
The Toongi region, nestled on the Central West Slopes of New South Wales, is a hub of hardworking farmers, entrepreneurs, and innovators. At COLETEK, we take pride in being part of this vibrant community, fostering long-term relationships with local businesses and supporting their growth and success.
With our office situated in Toongi, we're deeply entrenched in the local ecosystem, allowing us to truly understand the unique challenges and opportunities that face entrepreneurs in the area. As a trusted Australian company, we've built a reputation for delivering exceptional service, innovative solutions, and unwavering support, empowering local businesses to achieve their goals.
Our national reach allows us to tap into the best talent, resources, and expertise from across Australia, ensuring that our clients in Toongi receive the most comprehensive support possible. Whether you're looking to expand your operations, digitize your business, or navigate complex regulatory frameworks, we've got the knowledge and experience to help you thrive.
At COLETEK, trust is at the heart of everything we do. We take pride in being a local partner that's committed to delivering results, building strong relationships, and providing tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of Toongi businesses. By doing so, we've established ourselves as a trusted advisor, able to offer guidance and inspiration whenever needed.
Innovation is key to our approach, and we're dedicated to staying ahead of the curve when it comes to emerging trends and technologies. Our commitment to R&D ensures that our clients in Toongi benefit from the latest thinking, expertise, and best practices, giving them a competitive edge in an ever-evolving marketplace.
As a true local player, we're deeply connected to the rhythms of the region and its people. We understand the importance of face-to-face interactions, community involvement, and collaborative problem-solving – all essential components of our approach. By being an integral part of the Toongi community, we've built a reputation for honesty, integrity, and commitment to excellence.
So why wait? If you're looking for a trusted partner to help drive your business forward in Toongi, Central West Slopes, New South Wales, Australia, look no further than COLETEK. Contact us today and discover how our team of experts can support your growth, evolution, and continued success. Contact Us
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Mechatronics Prototyping for Toongi – Amazing Customer Testimonials
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.
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 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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