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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Situated in the Heart of Whoota: COLETEK's Commitment to Local Business Excellence
In the picturesque region of Whoota, Mid North Coast, New South Wales, Australia, local businesses are the backbone of the community. For decades, COLETEK has been a trusted partner for these entrepreneurs and innovators, helping them thrive in an ever-changing market.
Few companies have the privilege of calling the Mid North Coast home like we do at COLETEK. We're not just a national presence; we're deeply rooted in the Whoota community, with a deep understanding of its unique challenges and opportunities. This grassroots knowledge is what sets us apart – we know the local pulse, the regional rhythms, and the distinct needs of area businesses.
With an impressive track record of delivering results for clients across Australia, COLETEK brings national expertise to Whoota's doorstep. Our team of dedicated professionals has a proven ability to adapt to the region's specific conditions, developing tailored solutions that drive growth, improve efficiency, and enhance competitiveness.
In today's fast-paced environment, businesses need partners who can provide innovative thinking, cutting-edge technology, and unwavering trust. At COLETEK, we've built a reputation for being the dependable choice in Whoota, consistently exceeding client expectations with solutions that drive real-world impact. Our commitment to collaboration, transparency, and local support is evident in every interaction – we're not just a provider of services; we're an integral part of the community.
As you navigate the ever-changing landscape of entrepreneurship, it's reassuring to know that COLETEK has your back. We'll work in tandem with you to address challenges, seize opportunities, and create lasting value for both your business and the Whoota community. When you're ready to take the next step forward, we're here to support you every step of the way.
So why wait? Reach out today to experience the COLETEK difference for yourself. Let's work together to bring your vision to life – connect with us at Contact Us.
Mechatronics Prototyping for Whoota – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for Whoota – 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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