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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The Heart of the South Coast: Expert Support for Your Numbaa Business
As a proud Australian company, COLETEK is deeply rooted in the local communities across our beloved country, and none more so than the vibrant region of Numbaa on the picturesque South Coast of New South Wales. We're not just talking about statistics or demographics - we're talking about real people, with real businesses, who call this beautiful corner of the world home.
From the iconic beaches to the rolling hills and rural landscapes, Numbaa has a unique charm that can't be replicated elsewhere. And as a trusted partner for your local business, COLETEK brings not only its national expertise but also an intimate understanding of the entrepreneurial spirit that drives this community forward.
A Nationally-Reached Player with Local Roots
We're proud to have earned our credentials in countless metropolitan and regional centers across Australia. With a strong presence coast-to-coast, we've developed unshakeable relationships with clients from Brisbane to Sydney, Melbourne to Perth - and many more besides. Yet, for all the diversity and dynamism of Australia's capital cities, it's businesses like yours here in Numbaa that form the beating heart of our nation.
As a local business owner yourself, you know that building trust with your customers, partners, and team is paramount. At COLETEK, we understand this instinctively. With us by your side, you can count on reliable guidance, innovative solutions, and tireless commitment to seeing your project or venture thrive - all underpinned by a deep respect for the fabric of our community.
Local Know-How and National Reach
We're not just passing through; we've put down roots in Numbaa and will continue to invest time, energy, and resources into supporting local entrepreneurs like you. Our team knows firsthand what drives success here - from the power of innovative ideas to the wisdom of tried-and-true traditions.
In a region that's as resilient as it is scenic, COLETEK stands for unwavering support, boundless creativity, and genuine enthusiasm for helping your business flourish in an ever-changing world. By choosing us as your trusted ally, you're not just partnering with experts - you're part of a fabric of community that we're proud to uphold.
Get the Expert Support You Need, Right Here on the South Coast
So why choose between local knowledge and national expertise? With COLETEK, you don't have to. Our dedicated team is here to help your business succeed, with all the benefits of a locally-rooted yet nationally-connected partner by your side.
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Mechatronics Prototyping for Numbaa – 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.
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 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.
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.
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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