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).
We have a combined 50 years of extensive experience with Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV's). Including cars, tractors, quadbikes and other custom ground-based vehicles.
COLETEK's team all has a background in vehicle automation, which have built a wide range of skills and technologies such as:
These technologies can be used for various applications such as:
Located just off the Pacific Highway, Frazers Creek is a thriving community on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, Australia. As the region continues to grow and evolve, it's more important than ever that local businesses have access to expert guidance, innovative solutions, and genuine support.
Coletek has been serving businesses in Frazers Creek and across Australia for years, earning a reputation as a trusted partner dedicated to helping entrepreneurs succeed. Our national presence ensures we're well-equipped to tackle the unique challenges faced by businesses in your area. With Coletek on your side, you can rest assured that our commitment to the local community is unwavering.
When it comes to supporting the Frazers Creek business landscape, we understand the importance of trust. That's why Coletek has built its reputation on integrity, innovation, and a deep understanding of the region's requirements. As you navigate the challenges of operating in the Mid North Coast's dynamic market, our team will work tirelessly to ensure your business is well-positioned for success.
Our local presence is matched only by our national reach, allowing us to stay ahead of the curve and bring cutting-edge solutions to the Frazers Creek doorstep. We're not just a regional player – we're a vital partner in the region's economic growth story. Our team has spent years building relationships with businesses across New South Wales, earning recognition as thought leaders in the industry.
In today's fast-paced business environment, speed and adaptability are crucial for staying ahead of the competition. At Coletek, we've got your back, providing tailored support that helps you drive growth, boost efficiency, and strengthen your market presence.
Coletek is more than just a service provider – we're a trusted ally in the Frazers Creek business community. Together, let's build a stronger economy for our region, founded on trust, innovation, and a deep understanding of what drives local success. When you're ready to take your business to the next level, get in touch with Coletek today.
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.
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.