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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Local Expertise, National Reach: Supporting Tocal's Businesses with COLETEK
In the picturesque region of Tocal, Lower Hunter Valley, New South Wales, Australia, COLETEK is proud to be a trusted partner for local businesses. With its national presence and expertise, this Australian company has been supporting entrepreneurs and small business owners in and around Tocal for many years.
Tocal's rich history, stunning natural beauty, and growing economy make it an attractive place for people to live, work, and visit. As a result, the region boasts a diverse array of local businesses, from thriving agricultural operations to innovative start-ups and well-established family-owned enterprises. COLETEK has been committed to empowering these businesses with innovative solutions, sound advice, and exceptional service.
As a trusted Australian company with national reach, COLETEK understands the unique challenges and opportunities that come with operating in the regional areas like Tocal. That's why we've developed specialized knowledge and expertise tailored specifically for local businesses. From farming to manufacturing, retail to energy management – our skilled professionals have a deep understanding of the region's industries, allowing us to deliver targeted support.
At COLETEK, we believe that building trust with our clients is key to delivering exceptional results. We take the time to get to know local business owners and their needs, providing personalized solutions that address the specific challenges they face. This approach has earned us a reputation as a reputable and reliable partner for businesses in Tocal and across New South Wales.
Innovative thinking and forward planning are essential for any successful business in today's fast-paced environment. COLETEK is committed to staying ahead of the curve, continually developing new insights, technologies, and strategies that benefit our clients. By harnessing the power of data-driven decision making and cutting-edge methodologies, we empower local businesses to stay competitive, optimize operations, and drive growth.
New South Wales' Lower Hunter Valley region is home to a thriving economy, and COLETEK is proud to be a part of it. With our office conveniently located in Tocal, our team is well-positioned to support nearby cities like Maitland, Newcastle, and Port Stephens, as well as surrounding rural areas.
If you're a local business owner looking for trusted guidance and innovative solutions tailored specifically for your needs, look no further than COLETEK. Our expert professionals are dedicated to supporting the Tocal community and can help turn your business vision into a reality. We invite you to discover more about how our experience and local presence can benefit your organization.
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Mechatronics Prototyping for Tocal – Amazing Customer Testimonials
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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