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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Sitting at the Heart of the Lower Hunter Valley: COLETEK's Commitment to Brandy Hill and Beyond
In the picturesque town of Brandy Hill, nestled in the heart of New South Wales' Lower Hunter Valley, COLETEK is proud to call this region home. As a trusted Australian company, we've had the privilege of working with local businesses and families for years, helping them grow and thrive against the backdrop of this stunning natural beauty. For us, Brandy Hill represents more than just a place – it's a connection to our community, our customers, and the unique character that defines our region. Whether you're an industry stalwart or an aspiring entrepreneur, we understand the importance of having a reliable partner by your side as you navigate the ever-changing landscape of commerce. With our national reach and extensive experience, COLETEK is well-placed to support businesses in Brandy Hill and across the Lower Hunter Valley. We've honed our skills over years of working with clients from diverse sectors, refining our approach to provide innovative solutions that drive results. Our local presence means we're perfectly placed to understand the nuances of the regional market, allowing us to tailor our services to meet your specific needs. Trust is an essential component of any successful partnership – and COLETEK prides itself on fostering a sense of confidence with our clients. We believe in building strong relationships through transparent communication, unwavering commitment to quality, and a dedication to staying ahead of the curve when it comes to industry developments. As a company rooted in the community we serve, we're passionate about supporting local initiatives and initiatives that drive positive change in Brandy Hill and across the Lower Hunter Valley. By partnering with COLETEK, you can rest assured that your business is in good hands – as we work together to create a brighter future for our region. If you're looking for a trusted partner to help take your Brandy Hill or Lower Hunter Valley-based business to new heights, look no further than COLETEK. We invite you to join us on this journey by Contacting Us.Mechatronics Prototyping for Brandy Hill – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for Brandy Hill – Amazing Customer Testimonials
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.
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.
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.
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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