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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Proudly Serving Iluka and the Northern Rivers, New South Wales, Australia
From the pristine coastline to the lush forests, Iluka and the Northern Rivers region in New South Wales, Australia is a unique and captivating place to live, work, and visit. As a community-focused company, COLETEK has had the privilege of being an integral part of this vibrant area for many years.
With our deep understanding of the local landscape and culture, we've built strong relationships with businesses and residents throughout Iluka and beyond. At COLETEK, we don't just provide services – we partner with our neighbors to help them thrive. Whether it's a small boutique or a family-run operation, we're committed to supporting the entrepreneurial spirit that makes this region so special.
Experience Counts in Iluka
As a trusted Australian company, COLETEK has extensive experience working in and with local businesses just like yours. We know what it takes to succeed in this incredible region – from understanding the nuances of market trends to leveraging our industry connections. Our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional outcomes that exceed your expectations.
As you navigate the complexities of running a business, you can rely on COLETEK's nationally recognized reputation for trustworthiness and innovation. We've developed cutting-edge solutions tailored to the unique needs of our clients in Iluka and beyond, with a proven track record of driving real results.
A Local Company with National Reach
We're proud to be an integral part of this thriving community, proudly serving Iluka and the Northern Rivers region. From our local office, we're always ready to listen, offer expert guidance, and provide support whenever you need it – because we care about the people and businesses that make this area so special.
By leveraging COLETEK's national reach and expertise, you can tap into a wealth of knowledge, resources, and connections. We'll work closely with you to develop a customized strategy that meets your specific needs and goals, using our extensive network to drive growth, efficiency, and success.
A Partnership for the Future
COLETEK is committed to being your trusted partner, supporting your business every step of the way. We're passionate about empowering local entrepreneurs and families in Iluka and beyond, building long-term relationships based on trust, integrity, and open communication.
If you're looking for a company that truly understands the unique challenges and opportunities facing businesses in Iluka, look no further. At COLETEK, we're dedicated to delivering exceptional results, providing expert guidance, and offering unparalleled support – all while being deeply rooted in our local community.
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Mechatronics Prototyping for Iluka – Amazing Customer Testimonials
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.
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.
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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