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 Trusted Partner for Bunnan Businesses: Unlock Your Potential in the Upper Hunter Valley, New South Wales, Australia
As a thriving hub in the picturesque Upper Hunter Valley, Bunnan is home to a diverse range of businesses and entrepreneurs. Whether you're an established operator or just starting out, navigating the complexities of modern commerce can be a daunting task. That's where COLETEK comes in – as a dedicated Australian company with national reach and local knowledge, we're committed to supporting the people and businesses that make this community thrive. For decades, our team has been working tirelessly alongside clients in Bunnan and beyond, leveraging our expertise in strategic planning, innovative solutions, and grassroots understanding of the region. We take pride in being a trusted partner for entrepreneurs, small-scale operators, and large corporations alike – always putting your needs at the forefront of everything we do. What sets us apart from other companies is our unwavering focus on building lasting relationships with local businesses and communities. By doing so, we gain a deep understanding of the region's unique challenges and opportunities, allowing us to tailor our approach to meet the specific needs of each client. Whether you're looking to drive growth, improve efficiency, or simply get guidance from an experienced partner, we're here to help you take your business to new heights. At COLETEK, we believe that a strong local presence is essential for delivering exceptional results and forging meaningful connections with our clients. That's why we maintain a significant footprint in the Upper Hunter Valley area, allowing us to respond quickly to changing circumstances and collaborate closely with businesses like yours. Through this commitment, we've built a reputation as a leader in our industry – one that's rooted firmly in trust, innovation, and community involvement. We're proud to have played a role in shaping the region's economic landscape, guiding countless organizations toward sustained success and long-term growth. As you navigate the complexities of running a business in Bunnan or beyond, remember that you don't have to face these challenges alone. Our door is always open to discuss your goals, concerns, and aspirations – and our team is ready to roll up its sleeves and tackle any challenge head-on. So why not take the first step today? Contact us at /Contact Us and let's unlock your potential in the Upper Hunter Valley together, Bunnan!Mechatronics Prototyping for Bunnan – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for Bunnan – 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.
I recently discovered COLETEK after I accidently managed to fry the PCB on my hard drive. The drive contained 13 years worth family photos and wasn't comfortable sending it off where it could be damaged more or lost in the post. After spending hours researching and emailing different data recovery companies, I decided on COLETEK. Luke was very helpful and let me know the estimated costs up front, and was able to quickly do the repairs necessary to get my drive running like new again. I was able to back up the whole drive and the bill ended up cheaper than the original quote. I can highly recommend them and have already sent a friend to get their drive repaired too.
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.
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.
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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