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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Empowering Local Businesses in The Hatch, Mid North Coast, New South Wales, Australia
The Hatch, a charming coastal town on the stunning Mid North Coast of New South Wales, Australia, is a haven for those seeking a relaxed atmosphere and rich cultural heritage. As a thriving hub for local businesses and entrepreneurs, it's an absolute delight to be part of this vibrant community. At COLETEK, we're dedicated to supporting growth, innovation, and progress in The Hatch and its surrounding areas.
We understand the unique challenges and opportunities that come with being part of this picturesque region. Our extensive experience in helping Australian businesses succeed has equipped us with the expertise to provide unparalleled support to entrepreneurs, startups, and small businesses in The Hatch. From strategic planning and market analysis to innovative solutions and customized strategies, we're committed to helping your business flourish in this enchanting corner of Australia.
Our strength lies not only in our national reach but also in our deep understanding of the local culture and community. We've built a reputation for being approachable, trustworthy, and genuinely invested in the success of our clients. By combining our expertise with a passion for entrepreneurship and community development, we're creating a ripple effect that fosters growth, job creation, and economic stability in The Hatch.
COLETEK is proudly Australian, and our commitment to supporting local businesses is unwavering. We believe in the value of nurturing relationships between entrepreneurs, stakeholders, and the broader community. By doing so, we're contributing to a more resilient, diverse, and innovative economy that benefits everyone in The Hatch.
We're honored to be part of this evolving story and look forward to collaborating with local businesses and entrepreneurs who share our passion for growth, innovation, and progress. Whether you're just starting out or expanding your existing operations, we're here to provide the support and guidance you need to thrive in The Hatch and beyond.
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Mechatronics Prototyping for The Hatch – 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.
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.
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.
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 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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