Need to replace some surface mount and/or through-hole components? Our professional team has over 20 years experience building and reworking PCB's, for various organisations such as commerical, defense and research. We can place/rework any style footprint expect BGA's.

Our team follows the following IEEE standards:

  • IPC-7711A-7721A(L)
  • IPC-A-600G(L)
  • IPC-A-610D(L)
  • IPC-A-620
  • ISO9001:2000

We offer a 24 hour turn around for jobs around Tarago NSW and in QLD from the Sunshine Coast to the Gold Coast.

We also offer Electronic Design, PCB Assembly, and Software Development services for Ararat, as part of our New Product Development suite of services.

Surface Mount Rework

Some of our Electronics Experience

The CTO of COLETEK (Luke Cole) originally worked for Hemisphere GPS as a "Robotics Engineer" implementing auto-guidance solutions for agriculture tractors and quadbikes. Luke Cole also worked at Location Aware Technologies (433) developing indoor tracking devices. And also worked for leading research institutes such as NICTA, CSIRO and ANU Robotics System Lab (lead by Alex Zelinsky).

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).


PCB SMT & Through-Hole Rework - Ararat, Grampians, Victoria, Australia

At COLETEK, we understand that electronic components can sometimes malfunction or become outdated. Our expert team can efficiently rework your printed circuit boards (PCBs) with both surface-mount and through-hole technology. We serve clients throughout Ararat, Grampians, Victoria, Australia, and beyond.

Our comprehensive rework services include design reviews, requirements capture, engineering trade-offs, integration planning, testing, and production-readiness planning. We collaborate closely with you to ensure your needs are met and that your expectations are exceeded.

We have extensive experience in handling projects of all sizes, from proof-of-concept work to complex production runs. Our in-house prototyping lab enables us to rapidly iterate and refine your designs. We also offer periodic design reviews and remote collaboration options to accommodate your unique needs.

Our team is led by Luke Cole, a seasoned engineer with over 25 years of experience in robotics, electronics, and product development. COLETEK has successfully completed over 150 R&D and new product development projects for clients across industries.

Let us leverage our expertise to restore and enhance your electronic devices. Contact us today to discuss your specific needs and request a free consultation.

Let’s build something remarkable together.

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PCB SMT & Through-Hole Rework for Ararat – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses


PCB SMT & Through-Hole Rework for Ararat – Selected Client Testimonials

This is a sample of public feedback from a broader range of client work.

COLETEK proved to be the perfect choice to help us kick our project off. Their analysis of the problem we presented with them with, and their suggestions for the most efficient and effective way to achieve a solution prevented us wasting time and money heading down the wrong path. I'd recommend COLETEK without any reservations.

Working with Luke has been a standout experience. His technical ability is second to none, and he brings a level of dedication and professionalism that makes every project genuinely enjoyable to be part of. Highly recommended.