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).
Information About Nowra East
Supporting Local Business and Community on the South Coast of New South Wales: Nowra East, Take Note!
Nestled in the heart of the beautiful South Coast region, Nowra East is a thriving community where business owners, entrepreneurs, and professionals come to grow their ideas into reality. As a valued member of this vibrant area, COLETEK is proud to be a trusted and passionate advocate for local enterprise and economic development. And it's here, in Nowra East, South Coast, New South Wales, Australia that our roots run deep - in the rich soil of community engagement and collaboration.
With years of experience working closely with businesses across the nation, COLETEK understands the unique needs and challenges faced by local organisations. Our team has been instrumental in helping many entrepreneurs navigate the complexities of market fluctuations, regulatory hurdles, and talent acquisition. You see, we're not just a business services provider - we're your neighbours, actively contributing to the area's growth and prosperity.
As an Australian company with national reach, COLETEK is dedicated to leveraging its expertise in innovation, strategy, and execution to empower local businesses on the South Coast of New South Wales. We've built strong relationships with key stakeholders, policymakers, and industry leaders, giving us unparalleled insights into the regional market dynamics and trends. This collective intelligence allows us to provide tailored support solutions that cater to the distinct needs of Nowra East's entrepreneurial spirit.
At COLETEK, we believe that trust is the foundation upon which lasting partnerships are built. We've established a strong reputation for our integrity, expertise, and commitment to delivering exceptional results. Our team of seasoned professionals will work closely with you to develop a customized approach that addresses your specific needs and goals - no one-size-fits-all templates or cookie-cutter solutions here.
As we forge ahead in the ever-evolving landscape of the South Coast's business community, COLETEK remains steadfast in our mission to drive growth, foster collaboration, and support innovation. We're not just a services provider; we're part of the fabric that makes Nowra East such an attractive place to start, grow, or relocate a business.
So why wait? Let's connect and explore how COLETEK can help your business thrive in this remarkable corner of the world! Whether you're seeking guidance on strategy, market trends, or operational excellence, our team is here to assist - no matter what stage your business is at. Contact Us today and let's get started!
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Mechatronics Prototyping for Nowra East – 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.
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.
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.
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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