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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A Homegrown Approach to Business Expertise in Minmi, Lower Hunter Valley, New South Wales, Australia
As you navigate the bustling regions of Minmi, within the picturesque Lower Hunter Valley, it's clear that local businesses are the heart and soul of this wonderful community. With its rich history, fertile soil, and natural beauty, this area is primed for growth and opportunity. And, as a trusted Australian company with national reach, COLETEK is committed to supporting these businesses every step of the way. For years, we've been proud to hail from the same streets as our clients, understanding the unique challenges and opportunities that come with operating in Minmi and the Lower Hunter Valley. Our team isn't just comprised of local experts; we're residents ourselves – deeply rooted in this community. We've watched it grow, adapted to its rhythms, and developed a profound appreciation for what makes it thrive. COLETEK's foundation is built on trust, forged through years of delivering results-driven support to businesses across our great nation. We bring that same integrity, innovation, and local know-how to the doorstep of Minmi's entrepreneurs and business leaders, offering tailored guidance to help them overcome day-to-day hurdles and seize untold opportunities. In an era where global reach is crucial, it's equally important to stay true to local values, traditions, and identities. COLETEK embodies this duality – a champion for Aussie ingenuity while steadfastly committed to our nation's regional vitality. By fostering community connections and partnerships, we empower Minmi's small businesses to scale, diversify, and remain at the forefront of the local economy. As you explore the Lower Hunter Valley, it's evident that COLETEK has earned its stripes as an anchor for this thriving region. Our deep understanding of local dynamics allows us to craft bespoke solutions that resonate deeply with Minmi's business owners and decision-makers. COLETEK is more than just a trusted advisor – we're your neighbors, friends, and allies in the pursuit of shared success in Minmi and beyond. If you're seeking guidance, expertise, or simply a sounding board for your big ideas, we invite you to get in touch with us today. Let's join forces to drive growth, innovation, and prosperity across our beloved Lower Hunter Valley. Contact UsMechatronics Prototyping for Minmi – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for Minmi – 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.
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.
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.
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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