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:
Dreams become reality when local passion meets entrepreneurial drive. In the heart of New South Wales' picturesque Upper Hunter Valley, the charming town of Denman thrives as a hub for innovation and growth. With its rich agricultural heritage and scenic landscapes, this region has earned a reputation for warm hospitality, and COLETEK is proud to be an integral part of it.
As a trusted Australian company with deep roots in our nation's backbone – the regional areas – we've been dedicated to empowering local businesses like yours across Denman and beyond. For years, we've built strong relationships with entrepreneurs, farmers, and professionals who share our commitment to building prosperity through collaboration.
In an era where national focus often gets centered on big cities, COLETEK is committed to serving the vital heartbeat of regional Australia – including our beloved town of Denman. Our team works tirelessly to understand local challenges, offer personalized support, and drive success for the communities we serve. Whether you're looking to expand your existing venture or start anew, rest assured that you have a partner in COLETEK.
By partnering with us, you'll not only gain access to our extensive expertise and resources but also benefit from our commitment to innovation, trust, and accountability. As locals ourselves, we know the importance of staying true to your values while building an enduring legacy for generations to come. With COLETEK by your side, your business will thrive with the stability and foresight essential for a strong foundation.
When you make the decision to grow or start anew in Denman's Upper Hunter Valley, remember that COLETEK has the expertise, passion, and regional knowledge that can help turn your vision into reality. We're not about generic solutions or cookie-cutter business advice – we understand what it takes to drive success from within this unique region. Join forces with us today and take your business further.
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.