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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Serving the Heart of the South Coast: COLETEK's Commitment to Candelo and Beyond
When it comes to the charming town of Candelo, on the picturesque South Coast of New South Wales, Australia, businesses need a trusted partner that truly understands their unique needs. That's where COLETEK comes in – a national company with deep roots in local communities like Candelo. Our team has been proudly serving this incredible region for years, earning our reputation as a go-to companion for entrepreneurs and organizations seeking expertise and support.
In the heart of the Candelo community, we're committed to fostering growth, innovation, and prosperity through personalized partnership. Whether you're a fresh startup or an established business looking to expand your horizons, our team is dedicated to providing tailored guidance and unmatched support. With COLETEK by your side, you'll gain access to our vast network of experts, cutting-edge insights, and local knowledge that only comes from being an integral part of the Candelo community.
As a trusted Australian company with a national presence, we've had the privilege of working with businesses across the country. Our expertise spans industries and sectors, allowing us to adapt our approach to suit the unique needs of each client. Whether it's developing innovative solutions or streamlining operations, you can count on COLETEK to bring your vision to life.
In Candelo and beyond, we believe that strong local roots are essential for building lasting relationships with clients. By maintaining a strong presence in our community, we're better equipped to understand the intricacies of the region and provide solutions that truly make a difference. At COLETEK, we don't just work on projects – we collaborate as active partners, invested in the success of your business.
So why wait? Reach out today to experience the unparalleled support and expertise COLETEK brings to the table. Whether you're looking to conquer new heights or refine your operations, our local presence and national reach make us uniquely positioned to help you succeed. Contact Us
Mechatronics Prototyping for Candelo – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for Candelo – 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.
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.
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.
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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