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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Strengthening Local Businesses in Dorrigo, Mid North Coast, New South Wales, Australia
In the heart of the beautiful NSW countryside, lies the charming town of Dorrigo, situated on the Mid North Coast. This picturesque town, surrounded by lush forests and rolling hills, is home to a thriving community of local businesses, each with their own unique story to tell. At COLETEK, we're passionate about supporting these innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders, empowering them to achieve their goals and contribute to the region's growth. As an Australian company with a proud national reach, COLETEK has earned a reputation for being a trusted ally in the business world. Our experience spans numerous industries, from agriculture to tourism, with a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by local businesses like yours. With this knowledge, we've developed tailored solutions that cater specifically to the needs of Dorrigo and its surrounding areas. What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to community and innovation. We believe in fostering strong relationships built on trust, transparency, and a deep understanding of the local market. Our team's extensive research and industry expertise enables us to provide businesses with actionable insights, expert guidance, and strategic support. By working together, we can unlock new opportunities, drive growth, and build sustainable futures. At COLETEK, our presence in Dorrigo is more than just a physical location – it's a symbol of our dedication to supporting the local economy. Our team regularly engages with business owners, entrepreneurs, and community leaders, listening to their concerns, sharing knowledge, and providing valuable support. By investing time and resources into building partnerships and fostering connections, we've become an integral part of the Dorrigo business landscape. As you navigate the complexities of operating a successful business in Dorrigo and its surrounding areas, consider COLETEK as your trusted partner. We're here to provide guidance, expertise, and support every step of the way, helping you build a strong foundation for long-term success. Contact UsMechatronics Prototyping for Dorrigo – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for Dorrigo – Amazing Customer Testimonials
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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