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).
Information About Tenterden
Strengthen Your Business in Tenterden, Northern Tablelands, New South Wales, Australia
Nestled in the heart of the Northern Tablelands, Tenterden is a thriving community that prides itself on its rich history and natural beauty. As a business owner in this charming region, you deserve the best support to help your venture thrive. That's where COLETEK comes in – a trusted Australian company with extensive experience and national reach, dedicated to helping businesses like yours succeed.
We're proud to have a strong presence in Tenterden and surrounding areas, building long-lasting relationships with local proprietors who share our passion for community-driven growth. Whether you're a young startup or an established enterprise, we understand the unique challenges of running a business in this picturesque region. Our team is committed to offering tailored guidance and innovative solutions that cater specifically to your needs.
With years of expertise and a nation-wide perspective, COLETEK brings a level of trustworthiness and reliability to our partnership with local businesses. We're not just number-crunchers or tech enthusiasts – we're advocates for the success of Tenterden's entrepreneurs and small business owners. By leveraging our extensive networks and resources, we can help you navigate any obstacle, seize new opportunities, and drive meaningful growth.
As a locally-based company with deep roots in Australia, we're committed to staying true to our values: honesty, transparency, and a commitment to excellence. Our dedicated team is always available to provide personalized support, expert advice, and cutting-edge tools tailored to meet your specific needs. When you partner with COLETEK, you can rest assured that your business will receive the care and attention it deserves.
We're excited to collaborate with like-minded entrepreneurs in Tenterden and surrounding areas, fostering a robust ecosystem of innovation, creativity, and sustainable growth. By working together, we can create a brighter future for our community – one that celebrates individuality, resilience, and the unwavering dedication to bringing your vision to life.
Ready to take your business to the next level? Let's get started! Our doors are open, and our team is eager to partner with yours. Get in touch today by visiting our contact page.
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Mechatronics Prototyping for Tenterden – Amazing Customer Testimonials
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.
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.
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.
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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