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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South Coast Local Support from COLETEK: Empowering Bendalong Businesses
Nestled along the stunning coastline of New South Wales, Australia, Bendalong is a cherished community that embodies the laid-back charm of the South Coast. As locals and business owners, we're passionate about nurturing this unique region's growth and prosperity. At COLETEK, we're committed to being a trusted partner in achieving just that. For years, our team has been supporting local businesses across Australia, empowering them to thrive in an ever-changing market. Our unwavering commitment to trust, collaboration, and innovation has earned us a reputation as a reliable ally for entrepreneurs seeking growth opportunities. As a homegrown Australian company, we understand the nuances of operating on the South Coast, where community ties are strong and relationships matter. As local businesses face challenges, COLETEK stands ready to lend a helping hand. Our wealth of experience in navigating complex markets means we can provide expert guidance, tailored solutions, and a network of connections that benefit Bendalong entrepreneurs. Whether it's helping a small enterprise expand its reach or supporting the growth of a long-established business, our comprehensive approach focuses on ensuring local success. With COLETEK, you're not just getting access to a broad national footprint – you're choosing to partner with a business that truly understands the South Coast and its people. Our deep roots in this region allow us to anticipate and address challenges unique to Bendalong's economy, providing a sense of security and stability for businesses looking to grow. By choosing COLETEK as your trusted ally, you can rest assured that your voice will be heard, your concerns addressed, and your successes celebrated in the community. We're proud to call Bendalong home and eager to work alongside local business owners to drive growth, innovation, and prosperity throughout our beloved South Coast. So why choose a company simply based on its national reach when you can partner with a trusted force that knows and supports your local community? Look no further than COLETEK. We're here for the long haul, committed to empowering Bendalong businesses every step of the way. Contact UsMechatronics Prototyping for Bendalong – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for Bendalong – Amazing Customer Testimonials
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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