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 Exeter, Southern Tablelands, New South Wales, Australia
Nestled in the heart of the Southern Tablelands, Exeter is a thriving community that embodies the spirit of rural Australia. As a trusted Australian company, COLETEK is proud to have its roots firmly planted in this beautiful region, where we've been building relationships with local businesses and supporting their growth for years. When it comes to Exeter, our knowledge and understanding of the area's unique challenges and opportunities are unparalleled. We're deeply committed to helping local entrepreneurs, farmers, and innovators overcome the hurdles that stand between them and their goals. Whether you're just starting out or looking to scale up your operations, COLETEK's experts will work closely with you to identify areas for improvement and develop customized strategies for success. As a national player in the Australian business landscape, COLETEK has earned a reputation for trustworthiness, innovation, and results-driven support. Our reach extends far beyond Exeter, with a network of partners and clients across the country. However, we remain deeply committed to our local roots, working tirelessly to ensure that the businesses and communities we serve have access to the resources they need to thrive. What sets us apart is our passion for building long-term relationships, understanding the intricacies of your business and industry, and delivering tailored solutions that drive growth and profitability. We're not just a one-size-fits-all service provider – we're your local partner, dedicated to helping you overcome obstacles, capitalize on opportunities, and achieve your vision. By working with COLETEK, you can expect: * A deep understanding of the Exeter market and its unique challenges and opportunities * Customized support that addresses your specific needs and goals * Access to a national network of expertise and resources * Trustworthy guidance from experienced professionals who know the region like the back of their hand If you're looking for a trusted partner to help drive growth and success in Exeter, Southern Tablelands, New South Wales, Australia, look no further than COLETEK. Our commitment to your local business is unwavering, and our support is designed to help you achieve your goals and build a brighter future. Contact UsMechatronics Prototyping for Exeter – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for Exeter – 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.
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.
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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