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 the Northern Rivers region, Bulldog is a charming town that embodies the quintessential Australian spirit. As a local business owner or operator, you understand the importance of being rooted in your community. At COLETEK, we're committed to delivering top-notch support and expertise to businesses like yours, right here in Bulldog.
As an Australian company with national reach, we've had the privilege of working alongside countless local entrepreneurs, startups, and small-to-medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Our team is well-versed in the unique challenges and opportunities that come with operating a business in this region. We take pride in being a reliable partner for our clients, offering tailored solutions that drive growth and prosperity.
COLETEK's unwavering commitment to trust, innovation, and community involvement sets us apart from larger corporate entities. By choosing to do business locally and being proactive in supporting the regional economy, we're proud to say that we're part of the fabric that makes Bulldog such a wonderful place to live and work.
From our humble beginnings as a family-owned operation in Australia, COLETEK has grown into a respected player in the national market. Our team's collective experience spans multiple industries, including those with direct ties to the Northern Rivers community. This broad spectrum of knowledge enables us to provide holistic solutions that address your specific needs and goals.
In working closely with businesses throughout Bulldog and beyond, we've developed an innate understanding of the regional landscape. We're well-versed in local regulations, infrastructure, and cultural nuances, allowing us to offer bespoke guidance that not only addresses immediate challenges but also prepares you for long-term success.
As a trusted partner in your business journey, COLETEK is dedicated to empowering local entrepreneurs like yours. Our doors are open to hearing your story, understanding your vision, and providing expert counsel that propels you forward. We're honored to be part of the Bulldog community, working tirelessly to make this region an even more vibrant and prosperous place for generations to come.
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.