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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Located in the Heart of Coombadjha: Expert Support for Northern Rivers' Businesses
Nestled in the stunning Coombadjha, Northern Rivers, New South Wales, Australia, our team at COLETEK is dedicated to empowering local businesses and communities to thrive. As a trusted Australian company with a national presence, we're committed to harnessing our expertise and innovation to drive growth and success. As you navigate the picturesque towns and villages of the Northern Rivers region, it's easy to forget that behind each successful enterprise lies the tireless effort of dedicated entrepreneurs and business owners. That's where we come in – COLETEK is your go-to partner for all things local business support. Our team draws upon years of experience serving clients from Coombadjha to Murwillumbah, Ballina, Alstonville, and beyond. With its unique blend of rural charm and urban sophistication, the Northern Rivers region presents a rich tapestry of opportunities for business owners and entrepreneurs. From agriculture and tourism to healthcare and professional services, local industries rely on trusted partners like COLETEK to help them overcome challenges, seize new chances, and drive progress. As your local partner, we're deeply invested in the wellbeing and prosperity of the Northern Rivers community. Our team is comprised of experts who've spent years honing their skills, fostering strong relationships with clients, and cultivating a deep understanding of the local business landscape. By drawing upon our national reach and expertise, we're uniquely positioned to deliver tailored support that meets the distinct needs of Coombadjha area businesses. What sets us apart? Our commitment to trust, innovation, and locality is unwavering. We believe in building lasting connections with our clients, fostering a sense of community, and driving growth through innovative solutions tailored to the Northern Rivers' unique character. At COLETEK, we're dedicated to empowering local entrepreneurs and businesses in Coombadjha, and that starts by putting your needs first. Our friendly team is here to listen, advise, and support you every step of the way – from strategy development to goal attainment. Contact Us today to explore how our expertise can help your Northern Rivers business flourish!Mechatronics Prototyping for Coombadjha – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for Coombadjha – Amazing Customer Testimonials
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.
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.
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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