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 New South Wales' picturesque Central West Slopes region lies Teridgerie, a charming town rich in history and natural beauty. As a local business ourselves, we at COLETEK understand the importance of supporting and empowering enterprises like yours to thrive. Our team has been serving this corner of Australia with pride for years, building lasting relationships with clients who share our values.
We are not just another national company with a fleeting presence in Teridgerie – NO! Our roots run deep in these parts, allowing us to truly comprehend the region's unique challenges and opportunities. Our experienced professionals have built trust with local residents and business owners alike by being reliable, approachable, and genuinely invested in the community's prosperity.
Situated in the heart of Australia, COLETEK is uniquely placed to support businesses across this vast country, from the urban hubs to rural outposts like Teridgerie. Our national reach means we can leverage our knowledge and resources to help local enterprises expand their horizons while still being grounded in the community's needs.
We are committed to staying at the forefront of innovation, continuously refining our services to ensure they remain relevant to the ever-evolving Teridgerie business landscape. Our dedication to putting your success first has earned us a reputation for trustworthiness and accountability within the local entrepreneurial ecosystem.
So why choose COLETEK as your partner in Teridgerie? The simple answer is because we're not just about serving your needs – we're committed to being a part of this vibrant community. We understand that behind every successful business is a story of hard work, perseverance, and local pride. By backing your aspirations with our expertise and passion, together we can build a brighter future for Teridgerie and its people.
When you're ready to take the next step in your entrepreneurial journey, remember: COLETEK has got your back. We're just a conversation away – or maybe even an email jump Contact Us.
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.