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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Your Local Partner for Growth: COLETEK in Ulladulla, South Coast
As you navigate the charming coastal town of Ulladulla on the South Coast of New South Wales, Australia, it's undeniable that this picturesque region has a unique charm that sets it apart. From its stunning beaches to its rich history and culture, Ulladulla is a place where people come to relax, rejuvenate, and thrive. At COLETEK, we know that our role in supporting local businesses and communities is crucial to driving growth and prosperity in this beautiful area. With extensive experience spanning decades, COLETEK has established itself as a trusted Australian company, proudly working alongside entrepreneurs, startups, and established organizations across the country. Our presence on the South Coast is deeply rooted in our commitment to fostering strong relationships with local enterprises, understanding their unique needs, and providing tailored support to help them succeed. As a locally engaged partner, COLETEK recognises the importance of staying connected to the pulse of Ulladulla's business community. By knowing your neighbours' stories, your customers' needs, and your competitors' strategies, we develop innovative solutions that resonate with our shared values and goals. This hands-on approach allows us to nurture long-term relationships, built on trust, transparency, and reliability. At COLETEK, innovation is woven into the fabric of everything we do. We continuously monitor cutting-edge trends, technologies, and best practices to offer bespoke services that meet the evolving needs of our clients in Ulladulla. Our local presence affords us a bird's-eye view of the area's dynamics, enabling us to provide on-the-spot advice, support, and guidance whenever you need it. As a proud supporter of the local businesses in Ulladulla, we believe that by empowering our neighbours, we empower our community. As your trusted partner in growth and development, COLETEK stands ready to help you overcome the challenges unique to this region, whether it's navigating regulatory environments or simply needing a sounding board for your ideas. We invite you to join forces with us on your business journey. Let the power of our collective experience, innovation, and local heartbeat drive your success in Ulladulla. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your enterprise to the next level, COLETEK is committed to being your trusted ally for growth. Contact UsMechatronics Prototyping for Ulladulla – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for Ulladulla – 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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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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