Computer Vision & AI Systems for Alice

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:

• Collision Avoidance
• Pattern Recognition
• Object Recognition
• Object Tracking
• Machine Learning
• Deep Learning
• Optical Flow, Point Clouds
• Stereo Active Vision, Panoramic Cameras, Fisheye Lens/Camera, Log-polar Camera, Time of Flight Cameras, Camera Array
• 3D Reconstruction

These technologies can be used for various applications such as:

• Licence Plate Recognition (LPR) or Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR)
• Production Line Object Recognition
• Production Line Automation
• Asset Tracking
• Kid Tracking
• Pedestrian Tracking
• Face Recognition
• Load Haul Dump Automation
• Agriculture Automation
• Storm Drain Inspection Robot
• Robot Lawn Mower
• Forklift Automation
• Home Land Security Robots

Empowering Local Business Growth in Alice, Northern Rivers, New South Wales, Australia

In the picturesque region of Alice, nestled within the stunning Northern Rivers, New South Wales, Australia, COLETEK is proud to be a trusted partner for local businesses and communities. Our roots run deep in this vibrant area, and we're committed to supporting regional growth, innovation, and prosperity.

As a national Australian company with extensive experience working alongside businesses from towns like Alice, our team understands the unique challenges and opportunities that come with operating in a regional setting. We recognize the importance of building strong, local relationships, and we take pride in being an integral part of the community we serve.

Coletek's story began many years ago, born out of a passion for innovation and a desire to make a positive impact on businesses and communities nationwide. Today, as a respected organization with a national footprint, we're honored to be entrusted by so many local entrepreneurs, managers, and leaders in Alice and beyond.

At the heart of our approach lies a deep commitment to trust – built upon a foundation of integrity, reliability, and a genuine understanding of regional realities. We believe that every business, regardless of size or industry, deserves access to expert guidance, cutting-edge expertise, and personalized support tailored to its unique needs.

In Alice, Northern Rivers, New South Wales, we're proud to be part of the local fabric, working closely with businesses, organizations, and community groups. Our team members live locally, work locally, and invest their time and skills in empowering regional business growth.

When partnering with us, you can rest assured that your local presence remains paramount. We're dedicated to fostering strong connections between our staff, the region's business community, and local organizations – ensuring seamless collaboration, informed decision-making, and long-term success for all involved.

Coletek's innovative approach is shaped by our deep understanding of regional markets like Alice, where we've built a reputation for delivering exceptional outcomes through expert guidance, tailored support, and cutting-edge expertise. Our commitment to innovation is unwavering – continually seeking new and better ways to drive local business growth, job creation, and community development.

If you're part of the Alice business community or an ambitious entrepreneur looking to make a lasting impact, we invite you to learn more about how COLETEK can support your vision. Together, let's empower local businesses across Alice, Northern Rivers, New South Wales, Australia – and beyond!