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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Strengthening Local Businesses in Wean, North West Slopes, New South Wales, Australia
Welcome to the Wean region, nestled within the picturesque North West Slopes of New South Wales, Australia. This charming area is renowned for its rolling hills, sprawling pastures, and proud rural heritage. We at COLETEK take pride in calling this stunning corner of our great nation home.
In many ways, Wean embodies the values we hold dear: community-centric, hardworking, and fiercely devoted to their land. And that's why we're dedicated to supporting local businesses, leveraging our 30+ years of experience as a trusted Australian company to help them thrive. By doing so, we play a vital role in preserving this region's unique character, one business partnership at a time.
While some companies may claim national reach without truly understanding the complexities of local markets, COLETEK has consistently demonstrated its commitment to regional Australia. We understand that every community is distinct and deserves tailored support to overcome its specific challenges. Our locally-grounded approach ensures that our clients receive expert guidance, industry insights, and personal attention that only a truly Australian company can provide.
We're more than just a services provider – we're a trusted ally to local businesses in Wean and the surrounding areas. By fostering trust through transparency and open communication, we empower our clients to make informed decisions, navigate complexity, and capitalise on opportunities. This collaborative approach allows us to drive real results for your organisation, aligning with yours goals and aspirations.
At COLETEK, innovation is in our DNA. We continuously invest in our people, processes, and technology to ensure we stay ahead of the curve in a rapidly changing world. Our dedication to staying at the forefront of industry trends enables us to offer cutting-edge solutions that address local needs, always with an eye towards long-term prosperity.
Your success is our top priority. That's why we're proud to serve as a local presence in Wean, New South Wales, Australia – fully immersed in the community and committed to making a positive impact. We invite you to partner with us, leveraging your unique strengths while drawing on our wealth of expertise and local knowledge.
So how can COLETEK support your business? Reach out today and let's work together to drive growth, build resilience, and write the next chapter in our shared story. For a conversation that starts with listening and ends with results, Contact Us.
Mechatronics Prototyping for Wean – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for Wean – Amazing Customer Testimonials
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 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.
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.
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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