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:
As a trusted multidisciplinary engineering and product development company established in 2001, COLETEK has earned its reputation as a go-to partner for forward-thinking businesses throughout Australia. With our stronghold in Williamtown, New South Wales, Australia, we're committed to supporting local industries and entrepreneurs who crave innovative solutions, unwavering reliability, and collaborative problem-solving.
Founded on the principles of teamwork, creativity, and integrity, our team delivers bespoke engineering expertise that addresses the unique challenges faced by businesses operating in Williamtown, New South Wales, Australia. By fostering a culture of open communication, mutual respect, and continuous learning, we forge long-term relationships with our clients – a testament to our dedication to their success.
As a trusted advisor, COLETEK is uniquely positioned to capitalize on the opportunities presented by digital transformation, Industry 4.0 initiatives, and emerging markets in Williamtown, New South Wales, Australia. Our cutting-edge capabilities, honed through extensive experience across diverse industries and sectors, empower organizations to stay ahead of the curve and seize new horizons.
In today's fast-paced business environment, reliability is paramount. At COLETEK, we understand that timely solutions can be the difference between success and stagnation. Our deep understanding of local market conditions, combined with our national presence, allows us to deploy resources efficiently while ensuring seamless collaboration – a benefit our clients appreciate when operating throughout Williamtown, New South Wales, Australia.
In line with our commitment to excellence, we're driven by the pursuit of innovative outcomes that exceed expectations. By embracing emerging trends and technologies, COLETEK forges new paths for businesses seeking to make their mark in Williamtown, New South Wales, Australia and beyond. As a leader in engineering and product development, we take pride in the trust our clients place in us – a testament to our ability to deliver on promises.
Whether you're looking to bolster your competitive edge or capitalize on new opportunities, COLETEK is ready to join forces with Williamtown businesses like yours. Based in Williamtown, New South Wales, Australia, we serve organizations operating across the region, fostering long-term partnerships that drive growth and prosperity.
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.
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.