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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Nurturing Success in Tuross, Snowy Mountains, New South Wales, Australia: Your Partner for Business Growth
As you navigate the picturesque town of Tuross and its surroundings within the breathtaking Snowy Mountains region of New South Wales, Australia, it's undeniable that local businesses are the heartbeat of this community. COLETEK is dedicated to empowering these entrepreneurs and innovators with tailored support, harnessing our expertise as a trusted Australian company to drive growth and prosperity. Situated in the heart of Tuross, we're committed to fostering long-term relationships built on mutual trust and understanding. Our roots run deep in this region, allowing us to develop an intuition that only comes from being immersed in local culture and challenges. This grassroots knowledge enables us to craft solutions that not only meet but exceed your unique expectations. Innovative spirit is alive and well in Tuross, and we're honored to contribute to its thriving economy. Our team draws upon extensive experience working with businesses across Australia, bringing a breadth of expertise honed over countless projects and collaborations. Whether you're an established leader or a new startup, COLETEK stands ready to provide strategic guidance, bolstering your capabilities and confidence. As your local partner, we take pride in understanding the subtleties that make Tuross and its surrounding areas so special. Our deep connection with this vibrant community means that we can effectively address the intricacies facing local businesses, leveraging our national presence to amplify their impact. By working together, we can unlock new opportunities for growth, innovation, and resilience. Trust is a cornerstone of our approach, as it should be when partnering with any business. COLETEK is committed to maintaining open lines of communication, ensuring that your objectives remain front and center. We're dedicated to being a reliable ally, providing the local expertise and national reach necessary to help you thrive in this magnificent region. Nurturing success is our ultimate goal for the businesses we work with, particularly those within Tuross and the Snowy Mountains region. By fostering a culture of trust, innovation, and collaboration, we can create lasting value that benefits not only individual companies but also the community as a whole. Ready to take your business to new heights? Let's get started on this exciting journey together! Contact UsMechatronics Prototyping for Tuross – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for Tuross – 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.
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.
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.
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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