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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Owens Gap, Upper Hunter Valley, New South Wales, Australia: Where Community Means Everything to Us at COLETEK
Nestled in the heart of New South Wales' picturesque Upper Hunter Valley lies Owens Gap, a charming region teeming with natural beauty and rich history. As a proud Australian company, we're committed to supporting local businesses and communities like yours in this stunning area. At COLETEK, we're honored to be a part of the fabric that Makes Owens Gap so special. As an experienced and innovative Australian enterprise, our team has proudly delivered exceptional results for years. Our passion is rooted in empowering local business owners, entrepreneurs, and community leaders to thrive, which is why our services are tailored to meet the unique needs of Owens Gap's dynamic environment. By leveraging our expertise and resources, we work closely with clients to achieve their goals, foster growth, and strengthen the local economy. What sets us apart? Our unwavering commitment to trust, integrity, and transparency. You can count on COLETEK being a rock-solid partner for your business or organization. We're more than just suppliers – we're champions of innovative thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration. Since our humble beginnings, we've built an enviable reputation by consistently delivering high-quality solutions, unparalleled customer service, and a genuine understanding of the local community. As a national player with local roots, COLETEK offers unmatched reach and resources to support businesses in Owens Gap, Upper Hunter Valley, New South Wales, Australia. By combining our extensive knowledge and expertise with the latest technology and market trends, we enable local entrepreneurs to stay ahead of the curve and capitalize on emerging opportunities. This fusion of traditional values and modern know-how allows us to provide bespoke solutions that address the distinct needs of Owens Gap's unique community. At COLETEK, we're dedicated to fostering long-term relationships built on mutual respect, open communication, and a deep understanding of the local pulse. Our team is handcrafted from experienced professionals who truly care – people who understand what it takes to make your business thrive in this enchanting region. By choosing us, you can be certain that you'll receive personalized attention, expert guidance, and access to industry-leading expertise. So why not explore the possibilities with COLETEK today? Let's work together to write the next chapter in Owens Gap's story – a tale of growth, prosperity, and community spirit. We're excited to learn more about your business goals and ambitions, and empower you to achieve them.Mechatronics Prototyping for Owens Gap – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for Owens Gap – 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.
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.
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 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.
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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