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).
COLETEK's team all has a background in computer vision and machine vision, which have built a wide range of skills and technologies such as:
These technologies can be used for various applications such as:
Located in the picturesque region of Black Springs, Central Tablelands, New South Wales, Australia, COLETEK is committed to supporting local businesses and contributing to the community's growth. Our presence in this unique area not only allows us to understand the distinct needs of entrepreneurs and small-to-medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) here but also enables us to tailor our expertise and resources specifically for the Central Tablelands region.
As a trusted Australian company with a national reach, COLETEK has built an unparalleled reputation founded on our unwavering commitment to innovation, trust, and collaboration. Our deep understanding of regional dynamics and local market conditions empowers us to provide bespoke solutions that address the specific challenges faced by SMEs in Black Springs.
We pride ourselves on being a true neighbor, with feet firmly planted in the soil of Central Tablelands. By fostering genuine connections with our clients, COLETEK becomes an extension of their organizations — a trusted advisor, confidant, and partner that consistently delivers exceptional results.
In every interaction, we put the needs of local businesses at the forefront, ensuring that Black Springs' unique character and charm thrive alongside our collective growth. This dedication has earned us the respect and admiration of countless clients across the region, further solidifying our position as a reliable force in the Central Tablelands business landscape.
If you're part of the vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem in Black Springs or looking to establish your presence here, know that COLETEK stands ready to offer guidance, expertise, and unwavering support. Let us harness our collective strength to fuel the growth and prosperity of this remarkable region.
Contact UsIntuitive, 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.