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 in Success: COLETEK Serving Dudley, Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia
In the heart of Dudley, Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia, a thriving local community relies on innovative businesses to drive growth and prosperity. As a trusted Australian company, COLETEK is committed to empowering these ventures with expert support and guidance, helping them overcome challenges and achieve their goals. With years of experience in providing cutting-edge solutions to businesses across the nation, our team possesses unparalleled knowledge of the local market dynamics in Dudley, Newcastle. We take pride in being more than just a service provider – we're an integral part of the community's growth story. Our experts have walked the streets of this vibrant city, understanding the unique needs and challenges faced by local businesses. As a locally-owned company with national reach, COLETEK is uniquely positioned to deliver tailored solutions that cater to the distinct characteristics of Dudley, Newcastle's economic landscape. We're not just a faceless corporation – we're a dedicated partner who genuinely understands the area, its demographics, and its entrepreneurial spirit. Our team works closely with local businesses, listening to their concerns and collaborating to craft innovative strategies that drive results. COLETEK is built on a foundation of trust, innovation, and a deep understanding of the Dudley, Newcastle community. We've earned our reputation by consistently delivering exceptional outcomes for clients across various industries. In this ever-changing business landscape, we're the reliable ally you can count on to help your venture thrive. As a local champion, COLETEK has made significant investments in the area's economic development. Our initiatives focus on enhancing the business ecosystem, fostering partnerships, and empowering entrepreneurs to take their ideas further. We've forged strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring that our expertise is harnessed to drive real positive impact in Dudley, Newcastle. Whether you're a start-up looking to scale or an established enterprise seeking to diversify – COLETEK has the knowledge, experience, and passion to guide you towards success. Let us help you unlock new opportunities, overcome obstacles, and conquer the challenges that lie ahead. Ready to take your business to the next level? Join forces with a trusted partner who truly knows Dudley, Newcastle. Get in touch today and discover how COLETEK can empower you for long-term prosperity. Contact UsOur Clients
Mechatronics Prototyping for Dudley – Amazing Customer Testimonials
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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