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 Northern New South Wales lies Burrapine, a charming community on the Mid North Coast. As a local business owner or entrepreneur, you know how crucial it is to find a trusted partner that understands your needs and has the expertise to help you thrive. Enter COLETEK, an Australian company with a proven track record of supporting businesses just like yours.
Burrapine's unique blend of scenic beauty, rich history, and small-town charm draws visitors from far and wide. At COLETEK, we're more than familiar with the area – our team has spent countless hours working closely with local entrepreneurs, farmers, and tradies to deliver tailored solutions that keep pace with their growth ambitions.
While our roots run deep in Burrapine's soil, our reach is national. We take pride in being a trusted member of the Australian business ecosystem, providing cutting-edge expertise and innovations that benefit businesses large and small across the country. Whether you're looking to streamline operations, boost efficiency, or simply need a trusted counsel, we're here to support your growth every step of the way.
Despite our national scope, we maintain a strong commitment to local connection. Our team is deeply rooted in the Mid North Coast's community fabric, and our expertise has been honed through long-standing relationships with businesses just like yours. We understand that Burrapine – a community that thrives on its close-knit nature and sense of pride – demands personalized attention to achieve true success.
At COLETEK, we're dedicated to being that go-to partner for Burrapine's business leaders, farmers, and entrepreneurs. Our team of experts has the local pulse, combined with the national muscle to deliver transformative results. With our help, you can count on a trusted ally to navigate even the most complex challenges, leveraging innovative solutions born from decades of experience.
When you partner with COLETEK, you're not just working with any old company – you're gaining access to an expertly curated network of knowledge, expertise, and contacts that span the nation. Our commitment to trust, innovation, and connection is the hallmark of our approach, ensuring Burrapine's community remains strong and vibrant for generations to come.
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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.