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 trusted partner in Woodburn: COLETEK, serving Northern Rivers businesses since [year]
As the heartbeat of New South Wales' Northern Rivers region, Woodburn has always been a hub for community spirit and entrepreneurial passion. Situated in the lush countryside, surrounded by rolling hills and picturesque farmland, this charming town has evolved into a thriving commercial centre, fuelled by the ingenuity and hard work of local business owners. At COLETEK, we're proud to be an integral part of this network, providing expert guidance and support for companies like yours in Woodburn and beyond. With years of experience under our belt and an impeccable track record across Australia's diverse regions, we've become the go-to partner for businesses seeking stability, trustworthiness, and innovative solutions. Our roots run deep in these Northern Rivers, and we're committed to nurturing local prosperity through hands-on service, technical wizardry, and genuine care for our community. As your reliable ally in Woodburn, we're dedicated to helping you navigate the complexities of business growth, capitalising on untapped potential, and cementing your company's legacy. COLETEK is more than just a provider – we're a trusted ally in your local network, armed with the know-how born from working closely with businesses across New South Wales' Northern Rivers region. Our team has earned a reputation for their empathy, professionalism, and astute understanding of the demands shaping your industry. We partner seamlessly with each client to craft tailored strategies that balance growth, stability, and long-term success – fostering an atmosphere of trust where shared goals become reality. At COLETEK, we thrive in the midst of innovation, leveraging our national presence and comprehensive know-how to stay ahead of the curve. This forward-thinking approach empowers us to address your unique challenges head-on, offering insightful recommendations that drive real value for your Woodburn business. Whether you're poised at the start-line or already achieving success, we'll work hand-in-hand with you to develop a bespoke plan tailored to your distinct needs. If you operate from Woodburn, Northern Rivers, New South Wales, Australia, know that COLETEK has got your back. Our unwavering commitment to supporting local businesses like yours underscores our dedication to the community. We're eager to discuss how we can contribute to your story of growth and prosperity. Contact UsMechatronics Prototyping for Woodburn – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
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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 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.
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.
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 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.
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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