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 Proven Partner for Mount Thorley's Business Community - COLETEK
Nestled in the picturesque Upper Hunter Valley, Mount Thorley is a thriving hub of industrial and commercial activity. Amidst this growth, local businesses rely on trusted partners to help them navigate the ever-changing landscape. At COLETEK, we're proud to be an integral part of this community, providing unwavering support and expertise to our clients in Mount Thorley, New South Wales, Australia.
As a respected Australian company, we've earned a reputation for our commitment to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction. With years of experience working with businesses across the country, including those in Mount Thorley, we understand the unique challenges and opportunities faced by local entrepreneurs. Our presence in the region has enabled us to form strong connections with our clients, ensuring that they receive a personalized approach and tailored solutions to their specific needs.
We believe that building trust is essential for long-term success. At COLETEK, we strive to establish lasting relationships with our clients based on transparency, reliability, and accountability. By doing so, we've fostered a reputation as a trusted partner for local businesses in the Mount Thorley area. Whether they're seeking guidance on strategic planning or day-to-day operations, our team is always available to provide invaluable insights and support.
Innovative thinking has been at the core of COLETEK's value proposition since inception. We continuously invest in the latest technologies and methodologies, ensuring that our clients have access to cutting-edge solutions tailored to their specific needs. By embracing innovation, we've enabled local businesses in Mount Thorley to stay ahead of the curve and drive growth in a rapidly evolving market.
We're proud to be an active contributor to the Mount Thorley community, actively supporting local organizations and initiatives that benefit our clients and fellow residents. Our team is dedicated to making a positive impact on the region's commercial landscape, fostering an environment where businesses can thrive.
So why partner with COLETEK for your Mount Thorley business needs? Look no further than our unique blend of experience, national reach, and localized understanding. We're committed to being there every step of the way, providing guidance and support to help you achieve your goals. If you're ready to take your business to the next level, Contact Us today!
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Mechatronics Prototyping for Mount Thorley – 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.
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.
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.
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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