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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Sustainable Growth in North Star and Beyond: COLETEK's Commitment to the North West Slopes, New South Wales, Australia
Located in the picturesque town of North Star, within the North West Slopes region of New South Wales, Australia, COLETEK is an Australian-owned company dedicated to supporting local businesses and communities. As a trusted partner, we understand the unique challenges and opportunities that come with operating in this beautiful and diverse area. Our team has years of experience working with clients across various industries, from agriculture and manufacturing to retail and services. We are proud to be part of the fabric of North Star and its surrounding communities. COLETEK's roots run deep in Australia, with a national presence that allows us to bring expertise and innovative solutions to our customers in North Star and beyond. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our unwavering dedication to providing exceptional service, backed by cutting-edge technology and a profound understanding of the local market conditions. We believe that our success is directly tied to the prosperity of our clients and the communities we serve. As a trusted partner to businesses in North Star, COLETEK offers more than just a straightforward solution – we bring a deep understanding of the region's unique characteristics, from its agricultural landscape to its growing manufacturing sector. Our team takes the time to learn about your business, your goals, and the challenges you face, allowing us to develop strategies that cater specifically to your needs. North Star, with its rich history and natural beauty, presents a wealth of opportunities for economic growth and development. At COLETEK, we recognize the importance of local businesses in driving this growth and preserving the region's unique character. We are committed to supporting our clients as they navigate the ever-changing economic landscape, providing them with the tools and expertise needed to thrive. So why choose COLETEK over other options? Our dedication to being a trusted partner, coupled with our national reach and local presence, sets us apart from other service providers in North Star. We take pride in the strong relationships we build with our clients, understanding that their success is directly tied to ours. North Star, North West Slopes, New South Wales, Australia – this is where COLETEK puts its roots down. Our commitment to the region and its businesses is unwavering. If you're looking for a trusted partner to help your business grow and succeed in this picturesque corner of Australia, look no further than COLETEK. Contact UsMechatronics Prototyping for North Star – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for North Star – 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.
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.
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.
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.
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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