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).
In the heart of the Northern Rivers region, where the picturesque landscapes and vibrant communities come together, COLETEK is dedicated to supporting local businesses and driving growth throughout Larnook and beyond.
Nestled in the beautiful town of Larnook, New South Wales, our company has been a trusted presence in the region for years. Our foundation lies in fostering strong relationships with local entrepreneurs and innovators, empowering them to thrive in today's competitive market.
While we're proud of our local roots, COLETEK's national reach ensures that our expertise extends far beyond the borders of Larnook. With a portfolio of successful collaborations across Australia, we've honed our skills in working closely with businesses of all sizes, from start-ups to established players.
This unique blend of local insight and national know-how enables us to tailor our support to meet the distinct needs of entrepreneurs and small business owners in Larnook. Whether you're exploring new markets or navigating complex regulatory environments, we'll work tirelessly alongside you to drive results.
At COLETEK, we believe that innovation is the key to unlocking lasting success. That's why we foster collaborative partnerships with local innovators and change-makers in Larnook, sharing our expertise to co-create solutions that drive real value.
This commitment to innovative thinking allows us to stay ahead of the curve, anticipating market trends and seizing opportunities as they arise. By working together, we're not just building businesses – we're shaping the future of Larnook's economy.
In an age where authenticity is hard to come by, COLETEK stands out for our unwavering commitment to trust and transparency. Our team takes pride in being straight shooters, delivering straightforward results, and keeping you informed every step of the way.
Whether you're ready to take your business to new heights or simply need a trusted ally to help navigate the complexities of Larnook's market, we invite you to join forces with COLETEK. Together, let's empower local businesses in Larnock and forge a brighter future for our beautiful region.
Contact UsWe 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.
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.
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.
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.