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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Nurturing Growth and Prosperity on Nambucca's Doorstep: COLETEK Serves Pambula and Beyond
As the picturesque town of Pambula on the South Coast of New South Wales, Australia, flourishes with its rich history, stunning natural beauty, and thriving business community, a trusted partner is essential for local entrepreneurs to reach new heights. That's where COLETEK comes in – a national company with an unwavering commitment to supporting regional businesses and communities like those in Pambula. With decades of experience under our belt, we've developed a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in this unique area. Our team members are local enthusiasts who possess extensive knowledge of the community's needs, allowing us to tailor our approach to deliver tangible benefits to local business owners. By having a presence on the South Coast and being deeply embedded within Pambula's fabric, we're well-equipped to provide guidance and reassurance that only a genuinely local company can offer. COLETEK's national reach expands beyond Pambula, and our extensive network enables us to bring the best practices from various industries and geographic locations back to the region. This fusion of expertise and regional specialization makes us an invaluable resource for businesses seeking to expand their customer base, improve operational efficiency, or overcome challenges that impede growth. Our reputation as a trustworthy company is built on our unwavering commitment to innovation, transparency, and collaboration. By fostering strong relationships with local entrepreneurs, we empower them with the tools, resources, and support necessary to achieve their goals while contributing meaningfully to the Pambula community. In Pambula, COLETEK is not simply a professional services firm; we're an integral part of the town's narrative. We believe that by supporting local businesses, we're simultaneously investing in the prosperity of our community – an ethos that guides every decision we make and action we take. So why wait? Reach out to the trusted partner with boots on the ground in Pambula today. Allow us to leverage our expertise, national connections, and passion for this region to help your business thrive, while contributing to the continued growth and prosperity of our shared community. Contact UsMechatronics Prototyping for Pambula – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for Pambula – 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.
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.
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.
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.
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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