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 Champion for Wellington Vale's Businesses: COLETEK, Your Partner in Success
Wellington Vale, part of the Northern Tablelands, New South Wales, Australia - a thriving community that deserves the best when it comes to supporting the local economy and businesses within its borders. At COLETEK, we are proud to be an integral component of this region's growth story, bringing our wealth of experience and national reach to the doorstep of the people who matter most: local entrepreneurs and business leaders. For years, our team has been dedicated to delivering innovative solutions that align with the unique needs of regional businesses. By embracing the distinct characteristics of Wellington Vale and its surrounding areas, we've established ourselves as a trusted advisor, always ready to lend a helping hand or offer expert guidance. From startups to established companies, our unwavering commitment to your success is what sets us apart from your run-of-the-mill providers. As an Australian company founded on the principles of trust and stability, we're not just another faceless corporation with headquarters somewhere else. We reside in Australian soil, understand its nuances, and remain deeply invested in the prosperity of all regions, including Wellington Vale. Our people are your neighbors, colleagues, and friends - individuals who genuinely care about the well-being of the community they serve. Our journey is marked by a relentless pursuit of innovation and a passion for empowering businesses to achieve their full potential. At every turn, we strive to stay ahead of the curve, harnessing the latest advancements in technology and thinking to drive meaningful growth. In Wellington Vale, we've identified a rich tapestry of entrepreneurial spirit, resilience, and community, all of which we're honored to support. From farm-to-table innovations to cutting-edge manufacturing processes, our support is not limited to specific sectors or industries. Instead, we focus on unlocking the hidden potential within each individual business, allowing them to break free from limitations and seize new opportunities. Our mantra: "Every Business Deserves a Voice." As you navigate the ups and downs of running your own operation in Wellington Vale, rest assured that COLETEK is here for you - an extension of your support network, an ally in times of uncertainty, or a partner to celebrate your successes. We invite you to explore how our collective strengths can propel your business forward. Contact UsMechatronics Prototyping for Wellington Vale – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for Wellington Vale – 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 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.
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.
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.
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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