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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A Commitment to Excellence in Tarana and Beyond: COLETEK's Long-Standing Partnership with Local Businesses
As we look out over the picturesque town of Tarana, nestled in Central Tablelands, New South Wales, Australia, it's easy to forget that this charming community is built upon a backbone of hardworking local businesses. For years, these entrepreneurs have been at the forefront of driving economic growth and development throughout our region. And at COLETEK, we're honored to be their trusted ally in navigating the ever-changing landscape.
With over two decades of experience working across Australia's diverse regions, we've earned a reputation for unwavering commitment to excellence. Our team consists of industry experts who understand the unique challenges and opportunities facing local businesses in areas like Tarana. We don't just support our clients – we're an integral part of their growth journey.
Whether you operate a thriving farm or a bustling main street shop, COLETEK's expertise is at your disposal. Our national reach allows us to tap into the best talent and resources Australia has to offer, ensuring that our clients receive cutting-edge solutions tailored to their distinct needs. This approach enables us to deliver exceptional results, time and again.
So why should you choose COLTEK as your partner in Tarana? For starters, we're a quintessentially Australian company, with a deep appreciation for the country's vast landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and strong community spirit. We believe that by supporting local businesses, we're reinforcing the very fabric of our great nation.
At COLETEK, innovation is in our DNA. We continuously invest in new technologies and techniques to stay ahead of the curve. And as a company deeply rooted in the Central Tablelands, we recognize that no two businesses are alike. That's why our approach is grounded in trust – the kind of trust that only comes from years of dedicated hard work, listening to our clients' needs, and delivering on our promises.
Tarana, Central Tablelands, New South Wales, Australia – it's where your business meets its community roots. Let us be your trusted guide as you navigate the ever-changing landscape of commerce. At COLETEK, we're proud to call this region home, and we can't wait to join forces with yours.
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Mechatronics Prototyping for Tarana – Amazing Customer Testimonials
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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