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:
Having worked extensively throughout New South Wales, including the Northern Tablelands area, we're no strangers to the unique challenges and opportunities that come with operating in this region. Our local presence means we're deeply connected to the community, allowing us to provide tailored solutions that cater specifically to your needs.
Australia-wide, COLETEK has earned a reputation for being a trusted partner, guided by our core values of integrity, innovation, and dedication. As a locally-owned business ourselves, we're committed to supporting fellow entrepreneurs in their pursuit of success. By working closely with our clients, we strive to build long-standing relationships based on mutual trust, open communication, and a shared commitment to excellence.
In the Backwater area, COLETEK has been instrumental in driving local growth and development. We've helped businesses from various sectors – from agriculture to healthcare – overcome hurdles and seize new opportunities. Through our expertise and connections, we've contributed to the creation of jobs, the investment in infrastructure, and the enhancement of community services.
As you navigate the ever-changing business landscape, rest assured that COLETEK is here for you, offering unparalleled support and guidance every step of the way. Our experienced team is well-equipped to tackle any challenge, using cutting-edge tools and innovative solutions to help your business adapt, innovate, and flourish in today's fast-paced environment.
To succeed in today's competitive market, it's essential to have a trusted partner by your side. COLETEK is that reliable ally, committed to empowering businesses like yours in the Backwater area and beyond. Get in touch with us today to learn more about how we can help you achieve your goals and write the next chapter in your entrepreneurial journey.
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.