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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COLETEK: Your Partner in Success for Bangalow and Beyond
As the charming small town of Bangalow in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Australia continues to grow and thrive, it's more important than ever to have a trusted partner by your side. That's where COLETEK comes in – an Australian company with extensive experience in supporting local businesses like yours. With a national reach that spans the country, our team has built a reputation for delivering exceptional results and unparalleled customer service. However, what sets us apart is our deep commitment to understanding the unique needs and challenges of regional communities like Bangalow's. We get it – being a small business owner in a small town can be tough, with limited resources and a strong sense of competition. At COLETEK, we believe that trust is the foundation of any successful partnership. That's why we take the time to listen to your specific goals, challenges, and ambitions, and develop tailored solutions that align with your values and vision. Our team has been handpicked for their expertise, integrity, and dedication to innovation – qualities that have earned us a stellar reputation across industry sectors. What does this mean for you? For starters, it means having access to cutting-edge knowledge, best practices, and innovative strategies designed to drive growth and profitability in the Bangalow market. No matter what challenges your business may be facing, from navigating online marketing to streamlining operations or driving sales, we'll work closely with you to find the solutions that get results. Our local presence means we're not just a national company – we're also an integral part of the Bangalow community. We understand that small businesses are the backbone of any thriving town, and we're dedicated to supporting yours through every upturn and downturn. Our commitment is to empower entrepreneurs like you with the tools, resources, and expertise needed to succeed in today's competitive marketplace. So why choose COLETEK as your trusted partner for Bangalow? The answer is simple – because we share your passion for growth, innovation, and excellence. We'll work closely with you to identify opportunities, overcome obstacles, and achieve your goals, always keeping the unique needs of our beloved town at the forefront of every decision. Ready to take your business to the next level? Contact Us today to learn more about how COLETEK can help make that happen!Mechatronics Prototyping for Bangalow – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for Bangalow – Amazing Customer Testimonials
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 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.
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.
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.
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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