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:
Welcome to Hernani, a picturesque town nestled on the beautiful Mid North Coast of New South Wales, Australia. As we explore the charms of this stunning region, it's clear that local businesses are at the heart of our community's vitality.
At COLETEK, we're proud to be part of this fabric, dedicated to empowering local entrepreneurs and professionals with the expertise and support needed to succeed. Our team is deeply rooted in Australian culture, understanding the unique challenges and opportunities that come with operating a business in rural areas like Hernani.
We've built our reputation on being trusted partners for businesses across Australia, from coast to coast. By working closely with entrepreneurs and small-to-medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), we've developed a keen sense of what it takes for local companies to flourish in today's competitive market.
Through our extensive experience and national reach, we're well-positioned to support businesses in Hernani, offering tailored solutions and expert guidance to help them overcome obstacles and seize opportunities. Whether you're looking to enhance your digital presence, streamline operations, or drive growth, our team is here to work closely with yours.
We take pride in being a local company that genuinely understands the complexities of operating a business on the Mid North Coast. Our staff are based locally, allowing us to quickly respond to the unique needs and concerns of businesses in Hernani and surrounding areas.
At COLETEK, innovation is key to our success, and we're committed to staying at the forefront of industry trends and best practices. By combining cutting-edge solutions with a deep understanding of local culture and challenges, we empower local businesses like yours to thrive in their community.
We're proud to be part of the Mid North Coast's ecosystem, fostering partnerships that benefit both our clients and the region as a whole. Whether you're just starting out or looking to scale your business, we're here to support you every step of the way.
Contact UsIntuitive, 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.