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 Rileys Hill, Northern Rivers, New South Wales, Australia, COLETEK is a trusted Australian company that understands the unique challenges and opportunities facing local businesses. As we work with entrepreneurs and leaders across this vibrant region, we're committed to providing expert guidance and innovative solutions to help you achieve your goals.
With years of experience supporting industries and communities alike, our team is uniquely positioned to understand the distinct needs of Rileys Hill and the Northern Rivers. We've developed strong relationships with local stakeholders and have a deep understanding of the region's growth drivers, from tourism and agriculture to healthcare and community development. By partnering with COLETEK, you can access valuable insights and resources that will help drive your business forward.
As a national company, we're proud of our ability to scale and adapt to changing market conditions while remaining deeply rooted in the Rileys Hill community. Our commitment to trust, innovation, and local presence sets us apart from larger corporations, allowing us to deliver tailored solutions that meet the specific needs of your business and the region.
Whether you're a start-up or an established player, we believe every business deserves access to world-class expertise and support. That's why we've built a team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about helping local businesses like yours succeed. With COLETEK by your side, you can count on receiving personalized attention, expert guidance, and innovative solutions that drive real results.
We're proud to call Rileys Hill, Northern Rivers, New South Wales, Australia our home – and look forward to supporting the region's dynamic business community for years to come. If you're ready to take your business to the next level, we invite you to get in touch with us today. Let's work together to build a brighter future for Rileys Hill and the Northern Rivers.
Contact UsCOLETEK 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.