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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Empowering Local Businesses in Whittingham and the Upper Hunter Valley, New South Wales, Australia - COLETEK at Your Service
Nestled in the picturesque Upper Hunter Valley, Whittingham is a charming town that embodies the very essence of rural Australian life. As a long-term resident community, we're proud to have strong local businesses forming the backbone of this thriving region. At COLETEK, we believe in supporting these entrepreneurial spirits, recognising the critical role they play in shaping our communities' futures. This is why we're committed to delivering unparalleled expertise and support to businesses across Whittingham and surrounding areas. For over [X] years, COLETEK has been a trusted advisor to Australian companies, helping them navigate challenges, capitalise on opportunities, and thrive in an ever-changing market landscape. Our national footprint allows us to remain connected to the country's economic heartbeat, ensuring that our expertise is continuously informed by real-world experiences and insights. What sets us apart, however, is our deep understanding of the unique needs and aspirations of local businesses within Whittingham and the Upper Hunter Valley. We've spent years building relationships with entrepreneurs, small-to-medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and other stakeholders to develop a profound appreciation for the region's strengths, challenges, and future directions. Our unwavering commitment to trust, innovation, and local presence has earned COLETEK an enviable reputation as a trusted partner for businesses seeking guidance, support, and growth. We believe that empowering these local champions is essential to driving progress, creating jobs, and enriching the social fabric of our communities. Through our collaborative approach, we've fostered meaningful connections with business leaders throughout Whittingham and the Upper Hunter Valley, unlocking fresh perspectives, creative solutions, and sustainable opportunities for growth and development. As a result, these local businesses have thrived, expanding their offerings, creating new jobs, and contributing positively to the regional economy. So why work with COLETEK? For starters, our extensive experience in supporting Australian businesses has honed our expertise in navigating complex market dynamics, regulatory landscapes, and innovative technologies. We've developed a keen understanding of the Upper Hunter Valley's distinct industries, such as mining, agriculture, and tourism, allowing us to provide industry-specific insights and tailored solutions. Moreover, our passion for strengthening local economies is evident in every engagement. Whether you're looking to expand your operations, improve efficiency, or access new markets, COLETEK is dedicated to working with you to achieve your goals. As a business owner in Whittingham or the Upper Hunter Valley, you deserve a trusted partner that understands your unique needs and can leverage its national reach, extensive expertise, and local knowledge to drive positive change. At COLETEK, we're proud to be that partner, committed to elevating our local businesses and contributing to the enduring prosperity of this remarkable region. Contact UsMechatronics Prototyping for Whittingham – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses
Mechatronics Prototyping for Whittingham – Amazing Customer Testimonials
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.
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.
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.
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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