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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In the heart of Northern Rivers, New South Wales, Australia, lies the charming town of Ellangowan. This picturesque region is surrounded by lush greenery, rolling hills, and stunning beaches, making it an attractive destination for tourists and locals alike. However, as we all know, running a successful business in such a beautiful area can be a challenge – that's where COLETEK comes in. Our team of dedicated professionals has been serving the Ellangowan community with integrity, trust, and commitment for years. Over the past two decades, we've honed our skills by working alongside an extensive network of clients across Australia. Our national reach allows us to provide innovative solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of businesses in Ellangowan, Northern Rivers, New South Wales, Australia. We understand that every organization has its own distinct story, and that's why we take the time to listen attentively before crafting a bespoke approach to drive growth. Our presence in Ellangowan is more than just an office address – it's a genuine commitment to supporting local businesses, fostering long-lasting relationships, and making a meaningful difference. We believe that success has many faces and that diverse perspectives are essential for driving innovation and community development. As a trusted Australian company, we're proud to be part of the fabric of Ellangowan's commerce and entrepreneurial spirit. As you navigate the ever-evolving business landscape in Northern Rivers, you deserve more than just an average service provider. You demand exceptional support, industry expertise, and local know-how that can't be replicated by remote or overseas operators. That's where COLETEK comes in – we're here to empower your Ellangowan business with the resources, insights, and personalized attention it needs to thrive. If you're looking for a trusted partner, someone who truly grasps the unique challenges and opportunities of running a business in Ellangowan, Northern Rivers, New South Wales, Australia, then you're in good company with COLETEK. We invite you to explore our website further or reach out directly to discover how we can help elevate your business to new heights. Contact UsMechatronics Prototyping for Ellangowan – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for Ellangowan – Amazing Customer Testimonials
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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