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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Located in the heart of Jewells, within the thriving suburb of East Lake Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia, COLETEK is a trusted technology partner dedicated to supporting local businesses and communities. With years of experience serving the region, we've established ourselves as leaders in innovative solutions and tailored IT services for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). As a national player in the Australian tech industry, our presence extends far beyond just Jewells and East Lake Macquarie. We take pride in our ability to reach businesses nationwide, providing comprehensive technology consulting and delivery services with a distinctly local touch. Our connection to the area is deeply rooted; we understand the unique challenges and opportunities that come with operating within this region. By partnering with COLETEK, you gain access to expert guidance tailored to your Jewells-based business needs. Whether you're seeking advice on digital transformation, IT infrastructure, or cybersecurity solutions, our local team is committed to building lasting relationships founded on trust, transparency, and a deep understanding of the regional market. Innovation is at the forefront of everything we do at COLETEK. Our skilled professionals harness the power of technology to drive business growth, streamline operations, and enhance productivity for our clients across Jewells, East Lake Macquarie, and beyond. What sets us apart from other technology providers in the area is our unwavering commitment to being a true local partner – one that's deeply invested in the well-being and success of the region. We're dedicated to helping Jewells-based businesses thrive amid an ever-changing business landscape. As your trusted technology ally, COLETEK remains committed to providing personalized support, expertise, and adaptability. Our focus on delivering value-driven solutions means you can be confident that our services will have a positive impact on your operations and bottom line. In Jewells and East Lake Macquarie, we're more than just a technology provider – we're a partner in the growth of local businesses like yours. When you choose COLETEK, you gain assurance that you'll receive expert guidance, cutting-edge solutions, and unwavering support from people who truly understand your unique needs. Contact Us to tap into our expertise and discover how COLETEK can empower your Jewells-based business to achieve its full potential.Mechatronics Prototyping for Jewells – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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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