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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Empowering Businesses in Clarenza: Local Expertise and National Reach
In the picturesque town of Clarenza, nestled within the beautiful Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Australia, local businesses are the lifeblood of the community. COLETEK understands this intimately, having established itself as a trusted, Australian-owned company with extensive experience supporting local enterprises like yours. As you navigate the challenges of operating in this unique corner of the country, we invite you to learn more about how our team can help empower your Clarenza-based business. For over [number] years, COLETEK has been committed to providing personalized support and innovative solutions to businesses across Australia. Our national reach doesn't mean we've forgotten where we came from – our roots remain firmly planted in the Northern Rivers, serving communities like Clarenza with a deep understanding of their distinct needs. Unlike larger organizations that may struggle to maintain local, community-driven connections, COLETEK's size allows for agility and responsiveness to the specific challenges facing businesses in Clarenza. As your trusted partner, we'll work closely with you to identify opportunities for growth, improve operational efficiencies, and implement tailored strategies uniquely suited to the Clarenza market. Our team is dedicated to fostering long-term relationships with our clients, built on a foundation of trust, transparency, and mutual respect. Local businesses are vital to the fabric of this region – we believe that yours can thrive with our guidance. At COLETEK, innovation isn't just about adopting cutting-edge technologies; it's also about staying attuned to the nuances of the local environment. We understand that no two businesses in Clarenza are the same, and our approach ensures you receive bespoke support tailored to your distinct needs. Whether you're looking to expand an existing operation or launch a new venture, we'll be by your side every step of the way. As a truly Australian company with deep roots in this region, COLETEK is proud to have played a role in supporting local businesses like yours in Clarenza. If you're ready to take your business to the next level, we invite you to [contact information]. Contact UsMechatronics Prototyping for Clarenza – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for Clarenza – Amazing Customer Testimonials
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.
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 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.
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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