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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Supporting Nowra Hill and the South Coast: Your Local Partner for Business Growth
Located in the heart of the picturesque South Coast, Nowra Hill is a thriving community that deserves exceptional support and guidance to help its businesses thrive. As a trusted and innovative leader in the Australian business landscape, COletek is proud to call this region home. We're committed to helping local entrepreneurs, startups, and established companies alike achieve their goals and make their mark on the area. Nowra Hill and the surrounding South Coast region are an integral part of our country's rich cultural heritage. It's a place where people come together to enjoy the stunning natural beauty, vibrant community spirit, and endless opportunities for recreation and leisure. At COletek, we're dedicated to supporting local businesses in their pursuit of innovation and growth, knowing that this symbiotic relationship will help drive the region's continued prosperity. With decades of experience working with businesses across Australia, including those on the South Coast, we've developed a deep understanding of what makes local organizations tick. Our comprehensive knowledge, innovative approach, and commitment to exceptional customer service have earned us an impeccable reputation as a trusted partner for businesses seeking guidance, support, or simply a fresh perspective. As your local COletek representative, we're well-positioned to understand the unique challenges and opportunities that come with operating in Nowra Hill and the surrounding South Coast region. Our team is passionate about connecting with local entrepreneurs, understanding their specific needs, and providing tailored solutions and advice to fuel their growth and success. We're proud of our reputation for being approachable, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in the area's prosperity. COletek's national reach and expertise are a bonus for businesses on the South Coast, enabling us to bring best-practice strategies, innovative thinking, and collaborative problem-solving skills to our local clients. Our presence in Nowra Hill is more than just an office – it's a symbol of our commitment to being part of this vibrant community. So why wait? Take advantage of COletek's unique blend of local knowledge, national expertise, and innovative spirit. Reach out to us today to start your journey towards success and watch your business thrive amidst the stunning natural beauty and warm hospitality of Nowra Hill and the South Coast. Contact UsMechatronics Prototyping for Nowra Hill – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for Nowra Hill – 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 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.
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.
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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