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:
As the beating heart of the Australian bush, Menah in the Central Tablelands of New South Wales is a region steeped in character and charm. With its picturesque landscapes, rich history, and strong sense of community, it's no wonder why this area continues to attract entrepreneurs, innovators, and everyday folk looking to put down roots.
At COLETEK, we're proud to be an integral part of the fabric that makes Menah thrive. As a trusted Australian company with national reach, we've built our reputation on delivering real-world results for local businesses like yours. We understand the unique challenges that come with operating in this stunning region – from unpredictable weather patterns to the ever-present requirement for innovative problem-solving.
As such, we take pride in being a boots-on-the-ground company that's intimately familiar with the Menah scene. Our team of experts has spent years honing their skills, working alongside local entrepreneurs, farmers, and professionals who are dedicated to building strong, resilient communities.
What sets us apart is our unshakeable commitment to trustworthiness, innovation, and – most importantly – genuine local presence. We believe that success is not just about achieving individual goals, but also about contributing positively to the ecosystem that surrounds us. In Menah, this means partnering with local organizations, supporting regional initiatives, and investing in initiatives that drive growth and prosperity.
When you work with COLETEK, rest assured that your problems won't be handed off to a team of faceless out-of-towners. Our dedicated professionals will immerse themselves in your unique challenges, using their collective expertise to devise creative solutions tailored specifically to the Menah environment. You'll find our doors – and ears – always open to listening, advising, and supporting you every step of the way.
If you're as passionate about cultivating the best possible outcomes for your business as we are about empowering the people and communities that make Menah special, then let's start a conversation. We'd be honored to explore how our services can foster lasting growth in this incredible region – and help your organization stand strong for generations to come.
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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.