Robotics & Mechatronics Prototyping Services for Rutherford

COLETEK offers custom robotics prototyping and mechatronic system development — combining mechanical engineering, embedded systems, control software, and AI into working real-world robots. From autonomous vehicles to smart tools and robotic assistants, we deliver edge-to-cloud solutions tailored to your goals in Rutherford.

What We Build

• Autonomous ground vehicles (AGVs and UGVs)
• Robotic arms and actuators
• Custom sensors and edge AI integration
• Embedded control systems & firmware
• Real-time feedback and computer vision systems

Our Experience

Our CTO, Luke Cole, previously worked for Hemisphere GPS (originally BEELINE), implementing auto-guidance for quadbikes and tractors used globally. He also contributed to early autonomous mobile robotics and self-driving vehicles at CSIRO, NICTA, Seeing Machines, and ANU Robotics Systems Lab.

His early work on custom robotics platforms led to thousands of lines of original control and computer vision code — long before frameworks like ROS or OpenCV were mainstream. His brother, Lance Cole, contributed to high-end military robotic systems including CROWS.

With over 50 combined years of hands-on robotics experience across marine, ground, and aerial platforms — we are uniquely positioned to help develop, test, and iterate real-world robotic solutions.

Explore More

• Computer Vision & AI
• Embedded Systems & Firmware
• IoT & Edge-AI Systems

Contact COLETEK today to bring your robot to life.

At COLETEK, we empower businesses in the Upper Hunter Valley to harness the transformative power of robotics through comprehensive prototyping services. Our team of experts works collaboratively with clients to refine concepts, iterate designs, and test innovative solutions across diverse industries.

Our robotics prototyping process begins with meticulous early discovery and requirements gathering. We delve deep into your business objectives, operational challenges, and potential applications to establish a clear understanding of your needs. This foundation allows us to refine your concept and collaboratively develop design decisions that align perfectly with your vision.

We seamlessly transition from design to physical manifestation, utilizing advanced prototyping technologies to bring your ideas to life. Our iterative approach involves continuous testing and refinement, ensuring that your prototype meets and exceeds expectations. We seamlessly integrate your prototype with firmware, software, mechanics, or manufacturing processes as required.

Beyond physical prototyping, we offer comprehensive support to ensure seamless transition to production readiness. Our team can assist with production-readiness assessments, handover procedures, and ongoing engineering support. We also maintain close communication and collaborate remotely with clients across Australia, ensuring seamless collaboration throughout the entire process.

Our expertise spans diverse industries, enabling us to tackle complex challenges across sectors such as manufacturing, healthcare, agriculture, and logistics. We have successfully collaborated with clients on projects involving automated assembly lines, intelligent surgical robots, and autonomous agricultural vehicles.