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 New South Wales, Australia, Montefiores is a charming town on the Central West Slopes that embodies the essence of rural life. Here, community ties are strong, and local businesses thrive through resilience and determination. And at the forefront of supporting these initiatives is COLETEK – a trusted Australian company with a proven track record of delivering innovative solutions to regional communities like Montefiores.
As a national player, COLES Tek is well-equipped to tackle the unique needs of the Central West Slopes, where rugged terrain, harsh weather conditions, and a strong agricultural heritage demand specialized expertise. Our team has honed its craft through years of working in tandem with local authorities, agricultural organizations, and small businesses to tailor our support for the Montefiores community.
At COLE Tek, we believe that fostering trust is crucial to building successful partnerships. As a locally owned and operated company, we take pride in being an integral part of the Montefiores ecosystem. Our national reach enables us to bring valuable expertise to the region, while our embedded presence ensures that our solutions are tailored to address the distinct challenges faced by local businesses.
By leveraging our collective experience and embracing innovation, COLE Tek empowers entrepreneurs and farmers in Montefiores to take their ventures to new heights. We provide guidance on best practices, facilitate access to vital resources, and collaborate with key stakeholders to drive progress and prosperity. Our unwavering commitment to the Central West Slopes is reflected in every project we undertake.
Whether your business is just beginning to take root or already showing impressive growth, COLE Tek stands ready to provide the support you need to thrive in Montefiores. You can count on our experienced team to navigate any challenge that arises, from data-driven insights to creative marketing strategies. We'll work closely with you, leveraging national resources and local knowledge to drive your success.
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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.
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.