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).
As the charming town of Binna Burra settles into the picturesque landscape of the Northern Rivers region in New South Wales, Australia, it's more important than ever to ensure local businesses remain thriving and supported. COLETEK is proud to be a trusted Australian company dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs and community leaders in this idyllic area.
Locally rooted with national reach, our passion for innovation and collaboration has earned us a reputation as reliable partners for businesses across Binna Burra. Whether you're an established enterprise or just starting out, we understand the unique challenges of operating in this beautiful region and are committed to providing tailored support that meets your specific needs.
As experts with extensive experience working in and for local communities like Binna Burra, we've developed a deep appreciation for the intricate balance between progress and heritage. By combining cutting-edge expertise with genuine understanding of regional conditions, we help you navigate the complexities of running a successful business while maintaining strong ties to the area.
Trust is at the heart of our approach, grounded in a commitment to transparency, open communication, and long-term relationships. We're not just service providers – we're local partners who truly care about the well-being of Binna Burra's businesses and communities.
In an era where innovation and adaptability are crucial for survival, we've cultivated a culture of creativity and forward-thinking that enables us to stay ahead of the curve while respecting the region's heritage. By embracing emerging trends and technologies, we empower local entrepreneurs to remain competitive, resilient, and vibrant – ensuring that Binna Burra remains a vibrant hub of economic activity.
Join forces with COLETEK as your trusted ally in Binna Burra, Northern Rivers, New South Wales, Australia. Our local roots, national expertise, and commitment to trust will propel your business forward while fostering strong ties within the community. For support that's truly aligned with your goals, Contact Us today!
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.
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.
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.