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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Your Trusted Partner in Harolds Cross, South Coast: COLETEK
As you navigate the picturesque streets of Harolds Cross, South Coast, New South Wales, Australia, you're surrounded by a thriving community that's rooted in tradition and nourished by innovation. It's here, amidst this blend of laid-back charm and entrepreneurial energy, that COLETEK has established itself as a trusted partner for local businesses and entrepreneurs. For years, we've been proud to call Harolds Cross home, our commitment to supporting the area's economic development as steadfast as the rugged coastline that borders it. As an Australian company with national reach, we've had the privilege of working alongside countless organizations – from small-time startups to established titans – to help them achieve their goals and capitalize on market opportunities. And through each success story, our passion for fostering local growth has only intensified. COLETEK's experience in Harolds Cross knows no bounds, with a team that's intimately familiar with the area's unique quirks and challenges. Our deep understanding of the regional economy, combined with our innovative approach to problem-solving, enables us to tackle the most pressing concerns facing local businesses today – from identifying untapped market potential to navigating regulatory hurdles and leveraging cutting-edge technologies. But beyond our technical expertise lies a shared values-driven ethos that sets us apart. A strong sense of community is at the heart of everything we do, guiding our decision-making process as much as it informs our dedication to empowering local entrepreneurs and enterprises. We believe that successful businesses are born from lasting partnerships – ones built on trust, transparency, and mutual understanding. It's this philosophy that has earned us a reputation as a reliable, innovative, and locally engaged player in the Harolds Cross business landscape. As your trusted partner, COLETEK will help you unlock new growth opportunities, address pressing challenges, and build a brighter future for yourself, your employees, and the community we share. So why settle for anything less? Partner with COLETek today and discover a collaborative approach that's as local as it is long-lasting. We invite you to get in touch with our team – right here in Harolds Cross – to start exploring the countless ways we can help you thrive: Contact UsMechatronics Prototyping for Harolds Cross – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for Harolds Cross – Amazing Customer Testimonials
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.
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.
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.
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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