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 the Mid North Coast, where the Australian wilderness meets urban charm, lies the thriving community of Lower Pappinbarra. As a region steeped in tradition and innovation, it requires business partners that share its values and are passionate about facilitating growth and prosperity.
For that reason, COLETEK has proudly established itself as a trusted ally for businesses on this beautiful stretch of the New South Wales coast. With experience gained across multiple sectors and national reach, we've developed an in-depth understanding of the local economy and its unique needs. By integrating our nationwide perspective with grassroots insight, we empower Lower Pappinbarra enterprises to flourish and contribute to the region's continued prosperity.
As a quintessentially Australian company, COLETEK recognizes the importance of fostering strong relationships with local businesses, acknowledging the critical role they play in their communities. Our commitment to the region is reflected in our dedication to serving Lower Pappinbarra entrepreneurs and organizations, offering them trusted support throughout every stage of development.
COOLETEK's national presence has allowed us to develop innovative solutions that address the specific challenges facing local businesses on the Mid North Coast. We're proud to be a part of this community's fabric, working in harmony with Lower Pappinbarra stakeholders to advance their ambitions. In doing so, we've built an enviable reputation for reliability, transparency, and expertise – qualities that are essential for driving progress on the local level.
As you navigate the complexities of running a successful business in Lower Pappinbarra, you deserve a partner that shares your vision, understands your goals, and respects your values. COLETEK is committed to being that dependable ally, providing tailored support and guidance that empowers you to make informed decisions and stay ahead of the curve.
When it comes to shaping the future of Lower Pappinbarra's business landscape, trust matters. At COLETEK, we stand by our clients with unwavering dedication, leveraging our experience and local knowledge to drive meaningful results that benefit both your organization and the community as a whole. So why settle for anything less when you can partner with a company that truly gets Lower Pappinbarra?
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.