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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Empowering Local Businesses in Duckenfield, Lower Hunter Valley, New South Wales, Australia: COLETEK's Commitment to Success
Nestled in the picturesque area of Duckenfield, within the charming Lower Hunter Valley region, lies a vibrant community teeming with opportunity. As a trusted Australian company, COLETEK is dedicated to supporting local businesses and entrepreneurs, empowering them to thrive in their own backyard. With its national reach and comprehensive expertise, COLETEK has cultivated strong relationships with businesses across Australia, including those situated in the beloved Duckenfield area. Our team of seasoned professionals understands the unique challenges faced by local enterprises, be it navigating the complexities of regional markets or embracing innovative technologies. As a trusted partner to the people of Duckenfield and surrounding regions, COLETEK is committed to delivering tailored support that caters to the specific needs of each business. We believe in fostering close relationships with our clients, taking the time to understand their distinct visions, goals, and aspirations. By doing so, we cultivate a collaborative environment where collective success is paramount. At COLETEK, we're not just passionate about helping local businesses grow; we're also deeply rooted in the Lower Hunter Valley community, sharing its rich cultural heritage and unshakeable spirit. We take pride in being part of the ecosystem that shapes the region's prosperity, from supporting family-owned wineries to nurturing emerging startups. Our innovative approach, born out of a deep understanding of the area's distinct characteristics, allows us to create bespoke solutions that address the very real needs of Duckenfield and Lower Hunter Valley businesses. By leveraging cutting-edge technology and expert knowledge, we empower our clients to seize opportunities, overcome hurdles, and achieve their full potential. As COLETEK looks to continue its proud heritage in supporting local businesses across the nation, including those in Duckenfield, Lower Hunter Valley, New South Wales, Australia, we invite you to join us on this journey. Together, let's write the next chapter of growth, prosperity, and community pride in our own backyard. Contact UsMechatronics Prototyping for Duckenfield – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for Duckenfield – 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.
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.
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 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.
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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