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:
Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Central West Slopes region, Conimbia is a charming town that thrives on its strong community spirit and entrepreneurial vibe. As a locally-rooted company with national reach, COLETEK is proud to be a trusted partner for businesses and individuals alike in this thriving area.
From small start-ups to established family-owned operations, our region's economy is built on the backbone of hardworking local entrepreneurs who deserve a helping hand from a reliable and innovative business partner. At COLETEK, we're committed to empowering these innovators by providing expert guidance, cutting-edge solutions, and real-world support that helps them take their ventures to the next level.
With decades of combined experience in the Australian market, our team has established itself as a go-to resource for local businesses seeking to expand their reach, optimize operations, or tackle complex challenges head-on. Our expertise spans a wide range of sectors and industries, from agriculture and manufacturing to service-oriented ventures – and we're dedicated to applying this know-how to support the unique needs of Conimbia's business community.
What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to putting local priorities first. We take pride in being a trusted and deeply embedded part of the region's fabric, with team members who are always eager to roll up their sleeves and get involved in regional initiatives that benefit everyone from local shopkeepers to farm-to-table restaurateurs.
When you partner with COLETEK, you can count on getting bespoke solutions tailored to your unique situation, as well as regular updates and insights from our expert analysts who closely follow regional trends. We're not just a service provider – we're a true community partner that's invested in the long-term success of Conimbia's businesses, people, and places.
So why wait? When you're ready to take your business to new heights, remember COLETEK as your reliable ally who knows this region like the back of their hand. Get in touch with us today and discover how our passion for innovation, trustworthiness, and local presence can help propel your venture forward – and drive growth throughout Conimbia, Central West Slopes, New South Wales, Australia.
Contact UsCOLETEK 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.