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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COLETEK: Supporting Local Businesses on the South Coast of Australia in Tomerong and Beyond
The rolling hills and stunning coastal scenery of Tomerong, nestled on the picturesque South Coast of New South Wales, Australia, are a haven for nature lovers, entrepreneurs, and families alike. As a trusted Australian company with extensive experience working alongside local businesses, COLETEK is proud to call this region home. In the heartland of the country's vibrant entrepreneurial spirit, our team has been serving clients in Tomerong and beyond since [insert year]. From humble beginnings in small-town Australia to a national presence, we've remained committed to supporting local communities through innovative solutions and expert guidance. Whether you're an established operator or venturing into uncharted territory, COLETEK's dedicated professionals are here to help your business thrive. Our unique blend of local expertise and national reach enables us to cater to the diverse needs of businesses in Tomerong. We understand that every community has its distinct character, shaped by a rich history, cultural heritage, and economic context. At COLETEK, we take pride in being part of these stories – supporting local entrepreneurs who share our values of trust, innovation, and customer-centricity. By forming lasting partnerships with businesses in Tomerong and the surrounding areas, we've earned a reputation as thought leaders and trusted advisors in the region. When you choose COLETEK, you can rest assured that your business is in capable hands – hands that have nurtured numerous successful ventures across Australia's beautiful South Coast and beyond. To stay ahead of the curve and respond to changing market conditions, our team continues to innovate and adapt, always mindful of the ever-evolving needs of local businesses. As a proud Australian company, we're committed to making a positive impact on the region we call home – Tomerong, South Coast, New South Wales, Australia. Now, it's your turn to take the next step in building a stronger, more resilient business in this spectacular region. Let COLETEK be your partner in achieving your goals and dreams. Reach out today: Contact UsMechatronics Prototyping for Tomerong – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for Tomerong – Amazing Customer Testimonials
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.
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.
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 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.
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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