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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A Local Presence in West Wiangaree: COLETEK's Commitment to Your Community
In the heart of the Northern Rivers, West Wiangaree is a vibrant hub of community spirit and entrepreneurial energy. As a long-standing Australian company, we at COLETEK take pride in our roots in this beautiful region.
Get to know your local business partners – we're more than just a company, we're neighbours who understand the unique needs and challenges of West Wiangaree's businesses and community. Our team is committed to delivering tailored support that makes a tangible difference in your life.
As you navigate the ever-changing landscape of West Wiangaree's business scene, it's reassuring to know that COLETEK has been there for local entrepreneurs and companies for decades. Our national reach and expertise are matched only by our dedication to the Northern Rivers region and its people. We're not just a company – we're part of this community.
Here's what sets us apart: trust, innovation, and a deep understanding of West Wiangaree's distinct character. We believe that local know-how is the backbone of any thriving community, which is why our team is driven to provide the highest level of service and expertise to your West Wiangaree business.
From entrepreneurs to small businesses, and from start-ups to established companies – we've worked with West Wiangaree's most innovative minds. By joining forces with us, you'll tap into a wealth of experience, locally sourced knowledge, and the national network you need to succeed in today's fast-paced market.
Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your business to new heights, COLETEK is your partner in success. Our commitment to your community and our innovative edge enable us to stay ahead of the curve, so you can focus on what matters most – growing your West Wiangaree business.
We're not just local experts; we're advocates for this extraordinary region. We believe that by empowering your successful entrepreneurial journey, we contribute to a brighter future for West Wiangaree and its people. That's the power of partnership – when we work together, great things happen!
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Mechatronics Prototyping for West Wiangaree – Amazing Customer Testimonials
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.
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.
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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