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:
In the picturesque town of Jimenbuen, nestled within the majestic Snowy Mountains of New South Wales, Australia, local businesses form the heartbeat of our community. At COLETEK, we understand the unique challenges and opportunities that arise when operating in this breathtaking region. As a trusted Australian company, we've made it our mission to harness our expertise and national reach to empower Jimenbuen's entrepreneurs, innovators, and leaders.
We're committed to being more than just a business partner – we're a local presence that truly knows the Snowy Mountains. Our team has been woven into the fabric of this community for years, fostering strong relationships with our clients and neighbors alike. We take pride in being familiar with the distinct needs of Jimenbuen's businesses and residents, from small-town charm to rural resilience.
What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to trust, innovation, and local know-how. As a national player, we've built a reputation for reliability and versatility across various industries. However, at the heart of it all lies our dedication to the Snowy Mountains region – an area that holds a special place in our hearts. We're passionate about helping Jimenbuen's businesses thrive by providing tailored guidance, industry insights, and expert support.
By working closely with local entrepreneurs and innovators, we've gained valuable insight into the region's unique strengths, opportunities, and challenges. This deep understanding has empowered us to develop effective strategies that propel Jimenbuen's businesses forward – fostering growth, job creation, and community prosperity.
If you're a Jimenbuen business looking for trusted guidance, industry expertise, or innovative solutions to drive your success, consider COLETEK as your local partner. Together, let's build a brighter future for this remarkable region. Contact Us
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.