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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Elevate Your Business in Singleton, Upper Hunter Valley: Partnering with COLETEK for Success
As the heart of the Upper Hunter Valley region, Singleton is a thriving hub of commerce and innovation in New South Wales, Australia. With its rich history, diverse economy, and picturesque landscapes, Singleton offers an ideal environment for businesses to flourish. As a trusted Australian company, COLETEK has been proud to play a part in this success story by supporting local businesses and communities in the area. With a national presence that spans the length and breadth of Australia, COLETEK understands the unique needs and challenges faced by local enterprises in Singleton. Our team is committed to delivering tailored solutions that empower entrepreneurs, small business owners, and corporate leaders alike to achieve their goals and grow their operations. By leveraging our extensive experience, industry insights, and innovative approach, businesses in Singleton can be confident in their ability to adapt, innovate, and thrive. COLETEK's local presence in Singleton is just one aspect of its commitment to supporting the regional economy. We believe that trust, integrity, and community engagement are essential components of any successful business partnership. By partnering with COLETEK, local businesses can tap into a deep understanding of their needs, aspirations, and challenges, and gain access to a wealth of knowledge, skills, and resources. As Singleton continues to evolve as a hub for industry, innovation, and education, COLETEK remains steadfast in its dedication to the community. Our presence is not just a physical one – it's also a commitment to fostering meaningful connections with local stakeholders, leveraging our expertise to drive economic growth, and contributing to the long-term prosperity of the Upper Hunter Valley region. If you're looking for a trusted partner to support your business aspirations in Singleton, look no further than COLETEK. Our doors are open to businesses seeking guidance, collaboration, or simply a listening ear. By reaching out and connecting with us, you'll be taking the first step towards unlocking new opportunities, driving success, and joining the ranks of innovative entrepreneurs, small business owners, and corporate leaders who have already reaped the benefits of partnering with COLETEK. Contact UsMechatronics Prototyping for Singleton – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for Singleton – Amazing Customer Testimonials
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.
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.
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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