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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Nestled in the picturesque Mid North Coast region of New South Wales, Australia, Lake Innes is a thriving hub for local businesses and entrepreneurs. At COLETEK, we're proud to be a part of this vibrant community, sharing your dedication to growth and success. From our humble beginnings as a family-owned enterprise, we've grown into a trusted Australian company with a national presence that spans the country's eastern seaboard. You can trust that our experience and expertise have been honed in serving businesses like yours across various sectors, from small-town mainstays to large-scale enterprises. Our commitment to innovation has also earned us recognition as one of Australia's most forward-thinking accounting firms. What drives our passion for supporting local businesses? A deep understanding of the unique challenges these organizations face when operating within a specific region like Lake Innes. We believe that every business is a crucial component of the larger ecosystem, and it's our privilege to help entrepreneurs in this beautiful part of Australia thrive by offering tailored solutions, expert advice, and personalized support. By partnering with COLETEK, your Lake Innes-based business will have access to a wealth of resources, insights, and expertise that can only be gained through decades of serving local communities. This means our team is intimately familiar with the local market's nuances, regulations, and industry trends. We've seen firsthand how small changes in processes or financing can make a palpable difference in your bottom line. When you choose COLETEK as your trusted business advisors, rest assured that we'll treat your Lake Innes-based organization like family. Our locally-grounded approach to accounting and financial services ensures you receive bespoke solutions tailored to your specific requirements. Whether you're looking for guidance on tax compliance, cash flow management, or strategic planning, our team's extensive experience will give you peace of mind and a clear path forward. So why wait? Let us share in your vision for a brighter future at Lake Innes. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff are always ready to welcome local entrepreneurs and business owners like yourself. Trust that COLETEK is the perfect partner to help your organization flourish in this beautiful region of New South Wales, Australia. Contact UsMechatronics Prototyping for Lake Innes – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for Lake Innes – 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 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.
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.
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.
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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