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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Serving Putty, Upper Hunter Valley, and Beyond: Your Local Partner for Success
Nestled in the heart of New South Wales, Putty and the Upper Hunter Valley region are thriving communities that embody the spirit of rural Australia. As a hub for agriculture, mining, and small business, this area has it all – from rolling pastures to industrial might. And at COLETEK, we're dedicated to being your trusted partner in navigating the challenges and opportunities that come with building a successful venture.
As an Australian company with nationwide reach, we've got the experience and expertise to tackle any project or challenge that comes our way. Whether you're just starting out or looking to scale up, we'll work tirelessly alongside you to ensure your business flourishes in Putty and beyond. Our team has a deep understanding of the local economy and will leverage this knowledge to drive growth, innovation, and prosperity for years to come.
Simplicity, integrity, and trust are at the heart of what we do. We believe that by building strong relationships with our clients – many of whom are family-owned businesses just like yours – we can create a lasting impact on the Putty community. With COLETEK, you can count on personalized attention, industry insights, and the support you need to stay ahead of the curve.
Our commitment to innovation is evident in everything we do. We're constantly looking for new ways to push boundaries, explore opportunities, and drive progress for our clients in Putty and the Upper Hunter Valley. Whether it's through cutting-edge technology, strategic partnerships, or sound financial planning, we'll always prioritize what's best for your business.
As a locally focused company with national reach, we know that being present on the ground is crucial to success. That's why you can find us at COLETEK, right alongside the communities and businesses we serve. We're not just based in Putty – we're active participants in shaping its future, whether through local sponsorship, charity involvement, or simply being a good neighbor.
So why wait? Reach out to us today and discover how COLETEK can help take your business in Putty to the next level. Trust us with your vision, and let's work together to craft a brighter future for this amazing region.
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Mechatronics Prototyping for Putty – 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 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.
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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