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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Partnering for Success in Bexhill and Beyond: COLETEK's Commitment to Northern Rivers Businesses
In the picturesque town of Bexhill, nestled within the stunning Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Australia, there exists a hub of entrepreneurial spirit, creativity, and innovative thinking. At its heart is COLETEK, a trusted Australian company dedicated to empowering local businesses and enriching their connection with our community.
With roots firmly planted in the North Coast, we understand the unique challenges and opportunities that come with operating in this breathtaking region. Bexhill, in particular, presents a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, artists, and families alike – qualities that align seamlessly with our values of trust, innovation, and local presence.
Coletek has honed its expertise across Australia, proudly serving clients along the Eastern Seaboard and beyond. Yet, our true strength lies in our ability to connect with the North Coast's distinctive charm and pace of life. Our team is committed to staying close by, ensuring we remain attuned to the ever-evolving needs of local business leaders.
This proximity fosters authentic understanding, allowing us to craft bespoke solutions tailored to the specific requirements of Bexhill-based enterprises. By leveraging our national reach and expertise in concert with an intimate knowledge of the region, we forge meaningful connections that drive real results for our clients.
What sets COLETEK apart? Our commitment to transparency, collaboration, and a deep awareness of the North Coast's unique rhythms. Our relationships are built on foundations of mutual trust, respect, and a shared passion for growth.
If you're an aspiring entrepreneur or established business leader in Bexhill seeking a trusted partner to navigate the ever-changing landscape, look no further. COLETEK is here to support your every step, from initial consultations to long-term strategic planning. Let us join forces and forge a path forward, together, for the benefit of our beloved community.
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Mechatronics Prototyping for Bexhill – Amazing Customer Testimonials
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.
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.
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.
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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