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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Succeeding in the Heart of New South Wales: COLETEK Supports Local Businesses in the Gibraltar Range, Northern Tablelands
In the picturesque Northern Tablelands, a gem waiting to be discovered lies along the majestic Gibraltar Range - a treasure trove of scenic attractions and thriving businesses. As the crown jewel of this region, we're proud to serve as a trusted partner for local entrepreneurs seeking innovative solutions.
As an Australian company with a nationwide presence, COLETEK understands the unique challenges and opportunities faced by small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the Gibraltar Range. Our expertise lies not only in its application but also in our commitment to forming lasting bonds within the community. By being local ourselves, we're uniquely positioned to offer tailored guidance and support that resonates with businesses of all sizes.
We believe that every business has a story - one of passion, perseverance, and dedication to making their mark. At COLETEK, we're driven by our unwavering commitment to empowering these local heroes. Whether you're an emerging start-up or an established player looking to expand your reach, we'll work closely with you to unravel the complexities and unlock the secrets to your continued success.
By drawing upon our vast experience in supporting businesses across Australia, we bring a wealth of knowledge and best practices to the table. Our team is comprised of industry veterans who understand what it takes to cultivate winning strategies that yield long-term growth and stability. So why settle for anything less than world-class support from an organization deeply rooted in the Gibraltar Range community?
Don't merely dream of achieving greatness - make it a reality with COLETEK by your side. Take the first step towards igniting your entrepreneurial journey today! Contact Us
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Mechatronics Prototyping for Gibraltar Range – Amazing Customer Testimonials
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.
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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