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 Twelve Mile Peg
Empowering Businesses on the South Coast: Twelve Mile Peg and Beyond
As a hub of activity on the stunning South Coast of New South Wales, Australia, Twelve Mile Peg is a place where community spirit thrives, and entrepreneurial zeal abounds. And that's why COLETEK is proud to be at the heart of it all, working in close collaboration with local businesses to drive growth, foster innovation, and build lasting connections.
Nestled in the heart of NSW, Twelve Mile Peg, South Coast, New South Wales, Australia – a region teeming with natural beauty, rich history, and untold opportunities. It's here that COLETEK has established a strong presence, partnering with local entrepreneurs and business leaders to chart the course for success. With our finger firmly on the pulse of this vibrant community, we're uniquely positioned to provide tailored support and guidance, tailoring our expertise to meet the distinct needs of each client.
At COLETEK, we're not just a national company with international reach – we're also deeply committed to the regions we serve. Our roots run deep in the Australian soil, forged through years of working hand-in-hand with local businesses to overcome challenges, seize opportunities, and build lasting legacies. With our extensive network and wealth of experience, you can trust that COLETEK has your backside – and the door is open for collaboration on the South Coast.
What sets us apart? Our unwavering dedication to trust, combined with a relentless passion for innovation, means that clients can rely on us as their go-to partners. Whether seeking guidance on market trends, helping navigate regulatory landscapes, or simply needing a sounding board for fresh ideas – COLETEK is the trusted friend, advisor, and champion every business deserves.
So why look beyond your backyard when you have everything you need right here on the South Coast? COLETEK is your partner in growth, ready to amplify the impact of local businesses like yours. Join forces with us, tap into our expertise, and let's forge a brighter future – together!
Mechatronics Prototyping for Twelve Mile Peg – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for Twelve Mile Peg – Amazing Customer Testimonials
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.
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.
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.
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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