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 Curlewis and Beyond
As we navigate the rich landscape of the North West Slopes, it's no surprise that the charming town of Curlewis has become a hub for entrepreneurs and small business owners. With its picturesque scenery and strong community spirit, this region is ripe for growth and innovation. At COLETEK, we're proud to be a part of this narrative, working closely with local businesses to help them thrive in an ever-changing global market. For over two decades, our team has been dedicated to supporting Australian enterprises like yours, fostering trust, and driving economic development across the country. As a locally-based organization with national reach, we possess the unique blend of agility, innovation, and expertise required to tackle complex business challenges. Our roots in Curlewis have allowed us to develop a profound understanding of the local culture, needs, and values – ensuring our solutions are tailored to meet the distinct demands of this extraordinary region. As you look to grow your business or expand your reach, it's essential to work with a partner that not only understands your market but also has the expertise to drive meaningful results. At COLETEK, we've earned an unparalleled reputation for trust, reliability, and unwavering commitment to our clients. Our presence in Curlewis is just one aspect of our extensive national footprint, allowing us to serve businesses across the board – from small startups to large-scale enterprises. Throughout our partnership with Curlewis-based businesses, we've consistently demonstrated our capacity to deliver innovative solutions, leveraging cutting-edge technology and industry insights to drive success. You can rely on our guidance, tailored strategies, and expert analysis to propel your organization forward in a dynamic market. It is this synergy of local presence and national scale that sets us apart as a trusted advisor to businesses within the Curlewis community. So why choose COLETEK? It's quite simple: we're locally rooted yet nationally connected – equipped with the know-how, resources, and expertise to help your business flourish in this captivating region. We're passionate about empowering local successes and celebrating the unique character of Curlewis. Join forces with us, and let's chart a course for growth and prosperity in this picturesque corner of the world. Contact UsMechatronics Prototyping for Curlewis – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for Curlewis – 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.
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.
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.
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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