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:
Located in the heart of Loftville, Northern Rivers, New South Wales, Australia, COLETEK has been proudly serving local businesses and communities for years. As a trusted and innovative Australian company, we understand the unique needs and challenges faced by entrepreneurs and small business owners in our region.
In an area known for its stunning natural beauty, thriving arts scene, and vibrant cultural heritage, Loftville is a hub of creativity and entrepreneurial spirit. At COLETEK, we're committed to supporting this local momentum by providing expert guidance, innovative solutions, and trusted advice to help businesses thrive in our charming community.
With a national reach and deep roots in Australia, we've earned the trust of clients across the country. Our team is dedicated to staying ahead of the curve, embracing new technologies, and fostering long-term relationships with our customers. By working closely with local business owners, we're able to tailor our services to meet the distinct needs of Loftville's diverse economy.
We're passionate about helping local entrepreneurs overcome the unique challenges that come with operating a business in rural areas like Loftville. Whether it's navigating complex regulations, accessing vital resources, or simply understanding the evolving landscape of digital marketing, we're here to provide the expertise and support that makes all the difference.
At COLETEK, we believe that local businesses are the backbone of our community, and we're committed to empowering them with the tools, knowledge, and inspiration they need to succeed. Whether you're a start-up looking to make its mark or an established business seeking to innovate and grow, we're here to help.
If you're looking for a trusted partner to guide your business through the ever-changing landscape of Loftville's Northern Rivers economy, look no further than COLETEK. We invite you to experience the difference we can make in your business and community – simply Contact Us today!
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.