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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A Trusted Partner for Upper Orara Businesses: COLETEK's Commitment to Local Excellence
Nestled in the picturesque Upper Orara, on the stunning Mid North Coast of New South Wales, Australia, lies a thriving business community that relies on trusted partners like COLETEK. As a nationally recognized and respected company with deep roots in this region, we're dedicated to supporting local enterprises and helping them grow. For decades, COLETEK has been a cornerstone of innovation and trust in Upper Orara. Our team of seasoned professionals has an unwavering commitment to delivering cutting-edge solutions that meet the unique needs of businesses large and small. As a locally-based organization with national reach, we're uniquely positioned to provide customized support that understands the distinct challenges and opportunities presented by this beautiful region. At COLETEK, we pride ourselves on being more than just a service provider – we're a trusted member of the Upper Orara community. Our team is passionate about building lasting relationships with local businesses, helping them navigate the ever-changing landscape, and celebrating their successes. We believe that our collective prosperity is dependent on the success of individual entrepreneurs, small business owners, and corporate leaders. Across the breadth of Australia, COLETEK has established a reputation for trustworthiness, innovation, and dedication to delivering results. Our presence in Upper Orara allows us to focus on the distinct needs and opportunities that arise from this unique region. Whether you're an existing business looking to expand or an emerging start-up seeking guidance, we invite you to discover how our expertise can benefit your organization. As a trusted local partner, COLETEK is committed to helping Upper Orara businesses thrive in today's fast-paced market. We believe in the power of collaboration and are dedicated to fostering a culture of innovation, hard work, and mutual support. So why choose COLETEK as your trusted partner? It's simple: we care deeply about the local community and are invested in helping it grow and prosper. By partnering with us, you'll gain access to: * Expert advice from seasoned professionals who understand Upper Orara and its industries * Customized solutions tailored to meet the distinct needs of your business * A commitment to delivering exceptional results through trust, transparency, and hard work Are you ready to experience the COLETEK difference? Look no further! We're here to help your Upper Orara-based enterprise flourish. Contact UsMechatronics Prototyping for Upper Orara – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for Upper Orara – Amazing Customer Testimonials
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.
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.
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.
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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