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:
Nestled in the picturesque Snowy Mountains of New South Wales, Cooma North is a charming region that embodies the spirit of Australian adventure and resilience. As a trusted partner for local businesses, COLETEK has been steadfastly supporting the community's growth and development. Our team's deep understanding of the area's unique challenges and opportunities allows us to provide tailored solutions that cater to the specific needs of Cooma North-based companies.
With years of experience in delivering exceptional results, we've established a national presence across Australia, while maintaining a strong local focus on the Snowy Mountains region. Our commitment to innovation, partnership, and community engagement has earned us the trust of local entrepreneurs, small business owners, and industry professionals throughout Cooma North and beyond.
At COLETEK, we recognize that every business is uniquely positioned within its own ecosystem. That's why our expert team takes a collaborative approach to understanding your goals, challenges, and aspirations. By working together with you, we leverage our collective expertise to devise strategies that drive growth, increase efficiency, and improve overall performance.
We're proud of the long-term relationships we've fostered in Cooma North, Snowy Mountains, New South Wales, Australia, and we look forward to continuing our support for local businesses. Whether you're an established enterprise or an ambitious startup, COLETEK is committed to providing the guidance, resources, and expertise necessary for your organization to thrive.
So why choose COLETEK as your trusted partner in Cooma North? Simply put, we offer a unique combination of national reach, local expertise, and innovative thinking – all centered around supporting the growth and progress of businesses like yours. We're not just a company; we're neighbors, partners, and advocates for the Snowy Mountains region.
As you navigate the ever-changing landscape of your industry, you can rely on COLETEK as a constant, dependable ally in Cooma North. Our team is always available to discuss your business goals, answer questions, or provide valuable insights. So why wait? Let's get started on building a brighter future for your organization – and for the Snowy Mountains region we call home.
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.