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 Wardell, Northern Rivers, New South Wales, Australia, COLETEK is more than just a team of industry experts – we're your trusted allies in driving business success. Our extensive experience in supporting local entrepreneurs and businesses has earned us a reputation as a reliable partner for those seeking to thrive in this beautiful region.
As Wardell's economy continues to evolve and grow, it's essential to have a strong foundation of knowledge, innovation, and community connection. At COLETEK, we're committed to staying at the forefront of industry trends while maintaining a deep understanding of our local landscape. By combining our expertise with a genuine passion for supporting regional businesses, we've become the go-to partner for entrepreneurs looking to make a meaningful impact in Wardell's thriving economy.
Situated in the picturesque Northern Rivers region, Wardell is an ideal base for exploring new opportunities and expanding your business horizons. With its stunning natural beauty and strong sense of community, this area offers the perfect blend of relaxation and entrepreneurial drive – an ideal environment for COLETEK to help businesses flourish.
Through our years of experience in supporting local businesses across Australia, we've developed a unique appreciation for the nuances of each region and the people who call it home. In Wardell, we see the potential for growth, innovation, and community connection – and we're committed to being there every step of the way, providing tailored support that addresses your specific needs.
At COLETEK, we understand the value of trust in business development. That's why we've established ourselves as a reliable partner, dedicated to helping local businesses evolve and grow through innovation, expertise, and genuine commitment. By working together, we can unlock new opportunities for Wardell's entrepreneurs and help the region continue to thrive.
We're proud to be part of Wardell's business community, supporting local enterprises and playing an active role in shaping the area's economic future. With our headquarters firmly planted in this beautiful region, we're committed to making a meaningful difference – one business at a time.
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.