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:
In the heart of rural New South Wales, where the Central West Slopes meet the breathtaking beauty of the Great Dividing Range, lies the charming community of Boree. A place known for its strong sense of tradition and innovation, where local businesses thrive under the guidance of passionate entrepreneurs. For companies like yours in this picturesque region, COLETEK is proud to be your trusted ally in achieving success.
As a national brand with roots in Australian soil, we understand the importance of working closely with local businesses to drive growth and prosperity. Our team has years of experience supporting regional enterprises, leveraging our expertise to help them overcome challenges, seize opportunities, and build lasting relationships. In Boree and beyond, we're committed to being more than just a service provider – we're your partners in every sense.
With our extensive national reach and deep understanding of the local business landscape, COLETEK is uniquely positioned to cater to the diverse needs of companies in the Central West Slopes region. Our presence in Boree reflects our dedication to serving this exceptional community, delivering tailored solutions that address the unique challenges and opportunities it faces.
We're proud of our reputation as a trusted Australian company, built on a foundation of innovation, integrity, and a commitment to the people we serve. Whether you're an established business or just starting out, we'll work with you to develop personalized strategies that drive your success and contribute to the health and prosperity of the local economy.
So why choose us as your partner in Boree? Simply put, COLETEK's local presence means we truly understand the region's dynamics, challenges, and opportunities. Our expertise stems from years of experience working with businesses across New South Wales, allowing us to bring unique insights and best practices to our work with you.
We're confident that our collaborative approach, combined with our national resources and expertise, will help your business thrive in Boree and beyond. So why wait? Contact us today to explore how COLETEK can assist your company's growth and prosperity in 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.