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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Building Stronger Local Businesses in Rutherford, Lower Hunter Valley, New South Wales, Australia
Nestled in the heart of the Lower Hunter Valley, Rutherford is a vibrant community that embodies the spirit of Australian entrepreneurship. As businesses in this region look to grow and thrive, it's essential to partner with trusted advisors who understand their unique challenges and opportunities. As a national company with extensive experience working with local businesses across Australia, COLETEK is well-positioned to support Rutherford's entrepreneurs and business owners. Our team has a deep understanding of the region's unique characteristics, from its rich agricultural heritage to its burgeoning industrial and commercial sectors. Whether you're an established player or just starting out, COLETEK can provide the guidance and resources necessary to help your organization succeed in today's fast-paced market. With years of experience serving local businesses like yours, we've developed a keen appreciation for the region's distinct needs and challenges. But what sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to trust, innovation, and local presence. We take pride in our reputation as a reliable partner and trusted advisor, always putting the interests of our clients first. Our team's expertise spans a broad range of industries, from agriculture and manufacturing to healthcare and professional services – ensuring that we can tailor our support to meet the specific needs of Rutherford businesses. At COLETEK, we believe that local matters. That's why we're dedicated to investing in the communities where our clients live and work. By leveraging our national reach and expertise, we can bring a unique blend of perspective and insight to help Rutherford business leaders navigate complex decision-making situations. So why choose us? It's simple: when you partner with COLETEK, you're partnering with a company that truly understands the value of local businesses and is committed to helping them thrive. With our expert guidance and support, you can rest assured that your organization will be well-equipped to meet the challenges and opportunities presented by the rapidly evolving business landscape. Ready to take your Rutherford-based business to the next level? Don't hesitate – get in touch with us today: Contact UsMechatronics Prototyping for Rutherford – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for Rutherford – 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.
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.
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.
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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