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:
Situated at the heart of Great Marlow and Northern Rivers, we're proud to have established ourselves as a reputable Australian company with a national reach. Our roots run deep into the very soil of Australia, and through years of delivering cutting-edge solutions, we've honed our expertise in understanding the unique aspirations of local businesses.
As a locally-owned operation, COLETEK is uniquely positioned to tap into the pulse of this thriving region. We know the local vibe, the challenges, and the triumphs that shape the lives of entrepreneurs and small business owners here. Our commitment to trust and transparency means we'll be your trusted partner in navigating the ever-changing landscape of regional commerce.
COLETEK is more than just a provider – we're your ally, collaborator, and long-term supporter. With deep understanding of local dynamics and a keen eye for innovation, our team crafts tailored solutions to address the distinct needs of Great Marlow's businesses. Whether you're an established player or an emerging force in the market, our adaptability ensures that your growth is aligned with our own – because, at COLETEK, we're committed to co-prosperity.
Your success is paramount! Our wealth of experience has equipped us to guide local entrepreneurs through uncharted territories and turbulent times. With COLETEK on your side, you'll benefit from a unified approach to delivering exceptional value and driving long-term growth across the Greater Marlow area and beyond.
As we proudly stake our claim as a trusted player in the local business landscape, so too do you – by choosing COLETEK as your strategic partner. Together, let's build a brighter future for entrepreneurial spirits and small businesses alike. Join hands with us by exploring new horizons, and experience the transformative power of collaboration.
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.