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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Rowena, nestled within the picturesque Central West Slopes region of New South Wales, Australia, is a place where rural charm and entrepreneurial spirit thrive. As a trusted partner for local businesses and residents alike, COLETEK is proud to call this stunning area home. With over [X] years of experience under our belt, we've spent decades honing our skills in supporting the unique needs of regional communities like Rowena. Our team has been instrumental in fostering growth, driving innovation, and building lasting connections across the region – all while maintaining a strong sense of community and dedication to excellence. Our national reach speaks volumes about our commitment to connecting with you wherever you are. Whether your business is based in Rowena or has operations across New South Wales, COLETEK's comprehensive suite of services is designed to ensure seamless integration and support for your specific requirements. Our local presence ensures that we're attuned to the distinct needs of the region, allowing us to provide tailored solutions that truly elevate your experience. What sets us apart is our unwavering trustworthiness – built on a foundation of integrity, reliability, and transparency. We've earned the respect of our clients by consistently delivering results that exceed expectations. By establishing strong relationships with local businesses, we're not simply a service provider but a trusted partner in their journey towards success. As COLETEK continues to evolve alongside this region, we remain steadfastly committed to innovation. Our team remains abreast of the latest industry developments and best practices, ensuring our solutions stay cutting-edge and effective in meeting the fast-paced demands of modern business. In Rowena, where community is at the heart of everything, COLETEK embodies that spirit of connection through action. We take pride in calling this region home, knowing that our presence makes a tangible difference in the daily lives of our clients – from farmers to small entrepreneurs and beyond. Join forces with us and tap into our collective expertise, trust, and regional insight. Contact UsMechatronics Prototyping for Rowena – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for Rowena – Amazing Customer Testimonials
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 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.
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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