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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Southampton and the Northern Rivers: Where COLETEK is Your Partner in Business Growth
As a thriving hub in New South Wales, Australia's Northern Rivers region presents endless opportunities for businesses to flourish. With its scenic coastline, rich cultural heritage, and strong economy, Southampton and surrounding areas are an attractive destination for entrepreneurs, innovators, and industry leaders alike. At COLETEK, we're proud to be a trusted partner in the growth of local businesses, driving success through our national reach, cutting-edge expertise, and unwavering commitment to the people and communities we serve. As a homegrown Australian company, we have a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities that come with doing business in Southampton and the Northern Rivers. Our team's extensive experience in supporting local entrepreneurs and corporations has equipped us to provide tailored solutions that cater to your specific needs. Whether you're looking to expand your operations, streamline processes, or pioneer new initiatives, our experts are well-versed in navigating the complexities of this dynamic region. COLETEK's reputation for trustworthiness, innovation, and local presence sets us apart as a reliable partner for businesses across the Northern Rivers region. We maintain a strong foothold in Southampton and surrounding areas, allowing us to deliver localized expertise that resonates with our clients' distinct needs. Our goal is not only to provide exceptional support but also to empower local businesses to thrive, contributing to the region's continued prosperity. From agricultural innovators to eco-tourism operators, COLETEK is committed to working closely with Southampton and Northern Rivers businesses to achieve their goals. Whether you're expanding your product offerings, optimizing supply chain management, or developing strategic partnerships, our seasoned professionals will guide you every step of the way. With COLETEK on your side, you can count on: * A comprehensive understanding of the local business environment * Unrivaled expertise in cutting-edge technologies and methodologies * Proactive guidance to help you navigate complex challenges By placing a strong emphasis on trust, innovation, and local presence, we've established ourselves as a trusted partner for businesses across Australia. As your go-to ally in Southampton and the Northern Rivers region, we're committed to driving growth, fostering collaboration, and celebrating success with our clients. Contact UsMechatronics Prototyping for Southampton – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for Southampton – 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.
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.
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.
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.
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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