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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Your Local Partner for Business Success: COLETEK in Gloucester, Mid North Coast of NSW
Welcome to the heart of the Mid North Coast region, where the vibrant community of Gloucester thrives! Nestled among the picturesque landscape of New South Wales, Australia, this charming town has a rich history and an entrepreneurial spirit that we at COLETEK are proud to support. As your trusted local partner for business success, we're committed to helping entrepreneurs like you navigate the ever-changing landscape of innovation. With our deep roots in Gloucester, Mid North Coast, New South Wales, Australia, we understand the unique challenges and opportunities facing businesses in this enchanting region. Our team is rooted here, actively engaging with the local community, listening to your stories, and empowering bold ideas. We're proud to say that our experience has been shaped by these very same regional dynamics. As a national company with a strong Australian presence, we've built trust through decades of delivering exceptional outcomes for businesses across the length and breadth of this great nation. Our collective expertise is matched only by our passion for innovative problem-solving and community-driven growth. We're not just talking about Gloucester, Mid North Coast – we're talking about you! We believe in fostering a culture of collaboration, where local knowledge and insight come together with national scale and scope. This powerful synergy enables us to develop customized solutions that address the distinct needs of businesses like yours. From family-owned enterprises to start-ups and everything in between, we understand the importance of tailoring your support to suit your unique aspirations. By working alongside you, we create a foundation for long-term success – one built upon mutual respect, trust, and a shared commitment to driving growth and prosperity throughout Gloucester, Mid North Coast. Whether it's navigating the ever-complex landscape of technology adoption or finding innovative ways to improve operational efficiency, our team is dedicated to being your trusted local partner. Don't just take our word for it! Explore how COLETEK has empowered businesses across Australia to achieve their goals and expand their horizons. We're proud to be an integral part of the Gloucester, Mid North Coast business ecosystem – and we invite you to join us on this journey. So why wait? Reach out to us now and let's get started! Let our expertise be your guide as you navigate the ever-changing landscape of your chosen industry. And remember, with COLETEK by your side, you're not just getting support from a national company – you're partnering with a trusted local partner who truly understands Gloucester, Mid North Coast, New South Wales, Australia. Contact UsMechatronics Prototyping for Gloucester – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for Gloucester – 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.
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.
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.
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.
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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