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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Serving Appleby and the North West Slopes: COLETEK's Commitment to Community Success

As a trusted Australian company, COLETEK is proud to operate in the heart of Appleby, North West Slopes, New South Wales, Australia, serving local businesses and communities. Our team understands the unique challenges and opportunities that come with operating in this picturesque region, where natural beauty meets entrepreneurial spirit. With extensive experience in supporting business growth across the country, we're dedicated to empowering the leaders of tomorrow right here in Appleby. For over [number] years, COLETEK has established itself as a trusted partner for businesses seeking tailored solutions to drive innovation and success. Our national reach allows us to connect with clients from diverse industries and backgrounds, applying our expertise to address local needs and challenges. When it comes to serving the North West Slopes region, we're committed to being a part of the fabric that defines Appleby's character. At COLETEK, trust is at the forefront of everything we do. We believe that genuine relationships built on transparency, reliability, and consistency are essential for fostering long-term business alliances. Our team takes the time to understand your unique goals, challenges, and aspirations, providing personalized support to help you achieve success in a rapidly evolving market. Innovation is another key pillar of our approach, as we recognize the importance of staying ahead of the curve to remain competitive. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies, innovative thinking, and expert insights, we empower local businesses like yours to tackle complex challenges head-on and seize new opportunities. As a local business ourselves, we appreciate the importance of being deeply rooted in the community we serve. We understand that success is not just about individual achievements but also about contributing to the well-being and prosperity of Appleby and its surrounding areas. By choosing COLETEK as your trusted partner, you can rest assured that your interests are aligned with our own, and that together, we'll work towards the growth and development of this vibrant region. In conclusion, when it comes to serving Appleby and the North West Slopes, COLETEK stands out as a dedicated and committed partner who truly gets what makes this place special. If you're looking for trusted guidance and support in navigating the ups and downs of business, look no further. We invite you to Contact Us today and discover how our expertise can help propel your Appleby-based enterprise forward.

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Mechatronics Prototyping for Appleby – Amazing Customer Testimonials

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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