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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Establishing Stronger Bonds in Soldiers Point, Port Stephens: COLETEK's Commitment to Local Support
As a local resident of Soldiers Point, Port Stephens, you understand the importance of having reliable partners that can help take your business to the next level. With its deep roots in Australian industry and commitment to empowering local communities, COLETEK is perfectly positioned to provide trusted support for businesses like yours operating within the picturesque coastal townships surrounding the beautiful Port Stephens. As a long-time member of the national business landscape, COLTEK has consistently demonstrated its dedication to fostering strong bonds between businesses and the communities they operate in. Our team has amassed extensive knowledge of the local market dynamics, ensuring that we can offer tailored solutions that meet the needs of Soldiers Point-based enterprises. By being deeply embedded within the Australian corporate fabric, COLETEK has earned a reputation for integrity, reliability, and innovative thinking. This trustworthiness is reflected in our steadfast commitment to supporting local businesses across a broad range of industries – from small-scale startups to established players in the region. Within Soldiers Point specifically, we've worked closely with numerous enterprises to help them overcome challenges, capitalize on opportunities, and ultimately thrive. COLETEK's unwavering focus on collaboration sets us apart as a trusted partner for businesses looking to strengthen their presence within Soldiers Point and beyond. In an era where data-driven insights are increasingly crucial, our team has invested significant resources in staying abreast of the latest market trends, ensuring that we can provide informed guidance that drives value for your business. Your success is intimately tied to ours – as a fellow local, you recognize the importance of community cohesion and the mutual benefit that comes from working together. At COLETEK, we believe that every business has the potential to make a meaningful impact on its surroundings. That's why we're dedicated to helping yours grow and flourish. So, whether your Soldiers Point-based enterprise is seeking innovative solutions or simply looking for experienced guidance, rest assured that COLETEK is always available to offer support. We take pride in being a reliable ally, one that genuinely understands the unique challenges and opportunities facing businesses within this thriving regional community. We believe in the power of local – we believe in you. Let's work together to build a brighter future for Soldiers Point, Port Stephens, and beyond. Contact us today to schedule an appointment or simply to learn more about how COLETEK can support your business ambitions: Contact UsMechatronics Prototyping for Soldiers Point – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for Soldiers Point – 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.
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.
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 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.
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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