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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Your Partner in Business Excellence: COLETEK Serves Fernleigh, Northern Rivers, New South Wales
In the heart of Fernleigh, Northern Rivers, New South Wales, Australia, local businesses thrive on the foundation of hard work, dedication, and innovative thinking. At COLETEK, we're proud to be a part of this vibrant community, working closely with entrepreneurs and business leaders to empower their goals.
As a trusted Australian company, COLETEK has earned a reputation for delivering exceptional results, fostering strong relationships, and driving growth across the country. With a deep understanding of local cultures and economies, we're committed to supporting businesses in Fernleigh, Northern Rivers, New South Wales, and beyond. Our extensive experience and national reach enable us to tailor our strategies to meet the unique needs of this region.
Fernleigh, Northern Rivers, New South Wales, is a beacon of community spirit, with its picturesque landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and strong sense of innovation. At COLECTEK, we're honored to be a part of this tapestry, working in harmony with local leaders to build a brighter future for all. Our team is dedicated to leveraging our expertise to fuel the growth of Fernleigh's small businesses, as well as larger enterprises, empowering them to thrive in today's competitive market.
Australian-owned and operated, COLETEK is a company that truly understands the nuances of doing business locally. We're proud of our national reach, but it's our connections and commitments to communities like Fernleigh that set us apart. Our team is deeply rooted in this region, with an intimate understanding of its history, culture, and people. This local presence enables us to tailor our support services to meet the unique needs of local businesses, leveraging our strength and resilience to drive success.
At COLETEK, we're passionate about building long-term relationships, grounded in trust, transparency, and a shared commitment to excellence. Our collaborative approach fosters an environment where ideas flow freely, and innovation thrives. By partnering with us, Fernleigh's businesses can benefit from our tried-and-true methods, industry expertise, and innovative thinking.
As you navigate the ever-changing landscape of business in Fernleigh, Northern Rivers, New South Wales, remember that a trusted partner like COLETEK is always here to support your journey. Our door is open, and our expertise is at your disposal. Let's work together to write the next chapter in the story of this incredible region.
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Mechatronics Prototyping for Fernleigh – Amazing Customer Testimonials
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.
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.
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.
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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