Your Robotics & Mechatronics Prototyping Services for Sunshine Coast Experts
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 Sunshine Coast.
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.
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Contact COLETEK today to bring your robot to life.
Robotics Prototyping for Businesses in Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia
At COLETEK, we empower businesses in Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia to harness the transformative power of robotics through comprehensive prototyping services. Our team of experts will collaborate with you to refine your ideas, develop prototypes, and seamlessly integrate them with your existing workflows.
Our robotics prototyping process starts with meticulous early discovery and requirements gathering. We delve deep into your business objectives, operational challenges, and technical constraints to establish a clear understanding of your needs. This foundation allows us to collaboratively refine your concept and make informed design decisions.
We seamlessly transition from design to action, building tangible prototypes that validate your assumptions and refine your vision. Our iterative approach involves continuous testing, refinement, and optimization to ensure your prototype meets your expectations. When appropriate, we can seamlessly integrate your prototype with firmware, software, mechanics, or manufacturing processes.
Beyond prototyping, we offer comprehensive support to ensure your transition to production is seamless. Our team can assist with production-readiness assessments, handover training, and ongoing engineering support. We also maintain close communication and collaborate with you throughout the process, ensuring your complete involvement and alignment with project goals.
Our expertise extends beyond physical prototyping. We leverage remote collaboration tools and maintain Australia-wide support networks to ensure seamless interaction and progress regardless of your location. We have collaborated with diverse businesses across industries, helping them innovate and achieve remarkable outcomes through robotics.
Let’s build something remarkable together.
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Robotics & Mechatronics Prototyping Services for Sunshine Coast – Amazing Customer Testimonials
Great prototype product made to our specs with minimal fuss. Delivered on time and within budget. Thanks team.
Salita engaged Luke Cole to troubleshoot issues we were having with a drive motor system with a dynamic variance of torque and speed. After approaching no less than a dozen Australian supplier and engineering firms to provide a solution, and after 12 months of product design and testing, they could not verify why their recommended motors where failing and reversing suddenly. Luke undertook testing and analysis and quickly supplied information on the failures. Not only did Luke uncover a rare, uncommon failure but also provided a solution. The COLETEK team are our go to for the correct solution the first time, for all our electronic needs.
I'm in the early stages of my prototype design. I have worked with Luke for a couple of years now and in that time I have found Luke to be very reliable, responsible with my design, honest and trustworthy. What stood out the most was Luke's pride and commitment that he undertakes to ensure a positive outcome. I consider it a privilege to call Luke an associate and have no hesitation in encouraging others to do the same.
Founded in 2001, we are a multiple award winning, highly experienced multidisciplinary company specialising in lean product development through rapid prototyping - transforming ideas from concept to life. Our industry-leading team combines deep expertise, cutting-edge technology, and advanced equipment to validate emerging ideas—transforming them into market-ready hardware and software solutions.
Our experience dates back to the 1990s with ANU "Robotics Systems Lab", CSIRO, NICTA (aka Data61), Seeing Machines, Location Aware Technologies, and Hemisphere GPS (aka BEELINE). For over 10 years now, we've been focused on validating R&D and taking ideas to commercialisation.
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