Robotics Development and Support Services for Kandos

At COLETEK Robotics Development and Support Services for Kandos, we bring deep, long-standing experience in robotics engineering, autonomous systems development, and artificial intelligence. Our CTO, Luke Cole, began working in robotics as a teenager in 1998 and went on to serve as a Robotics Engineer at Hemisphere GPS (formerly BEELINE, now part of AgJunction). During his time there, he developed and deployed auto-guidance systems used in hundreds of agricultural vehicles—including tractors and quadbikes—across the globe.

Luke’s career has spanned work with some of Australia's top research institutions and high-tech companies. These include NICTA (now CSIRO Data61), CSIRO, Seeing Machines, and the ANU Robotics Systems Lab under the direction of Professor Alex Zelinsky—former Chief Defence Scientist of Australia. His contributions included pioneering work on autonomous mobile robots, early self-driving vehicle systems, and computer vision algorithms—before tools like ROS and OpenCV even existed.

Back in the early 2000s, our team developed custom robotics frameworks called VisLib and DROS, which collectively totaled over 360,000 lines of code—an early effort in DIY robotics middleware, laying the groundwork for modern AI-integrated robotics systems.

Lance Cole also brings significant robotics hardware expertise, with experience at NICTA and contributions to EOS, a defense contractor building the Common Remotely Operated Weapon Station (CROWS) for the US military—a sophisticated integration of sensors, motors, and control systems.

Today, our engineers and developers provide cutting-edge robotics and AI consulting services across Australia and globally. We support a variety of clients in commercial, educational, research, and defense sectors. Our offerings include:

• Custom robotic solutions for homes, businesses, and education.
• Prototyping and product development for robotic inventions and proof-of-concepts.
• Automation consulting to streamline industrial or logistics workflows.
• Repair and optimization of existing robotic systems and automation platforms.
• Robotics R&D platforms for universities, innovation labs, and advanced research centres.

The COLETEK Robotics Development and Support Services for Kandos team brings over 50 years of combined experience in robotics development, including indoor and outdoor autonomous navigation, SLAM (simultaneous localization and mapping), sensor fusion, computer vision, motor control, and control theory. We are experts in integrating mechanical, electronic, and software systems to create robust and intelligent robotics platforms.

Our service area originated in New South Wales (NSW) and the Australian Capital Territory (ACT), but now primarily supports clients throughout East Coast Queensland, including Brisbane, Sunshine Coast, and the Gold Coast. From one-off robotic solutions to long-term development partnerships, we are the ideal technical team for ambitious robotics and AI projects.

We also offer a R&D robotic platform UGV for hire to help rapid development of robotics systems. If you'd like to know more please visit "Scotty Robot".

If you are looking for expertise in robot design, AI integration, embedded robotics platforms, or need a trusted team to guide your project from prototype to production, COLETEK Robotics Development and Support Services for Kandos is ready to help. Contact us to start building the next generation of intelligent, autonomous machines.

As a thriving town in the Upper Hunter region of New South Wales, Australia, Kandos is home to a diverse range of businesses, from manufacturing and healthcare to agriculture and tourism. At COLETEK, we're proud to play a key role in supporting these local enterprises by providing innovative engineering and product development solutions. With over two decades of experience as a multidisciplinary Australian engineering and product development company established in 2001, COLETEK has earned a reputation for reliability, collaboration, and capability. Our team of experts has worked with companies across Kandos, New South Wales, Australia, and throughout the country to develop custom-made solutions that drive growth, improve efficiency, and enhance competitiveness. Whether you're looking to streamline production processes, optimize supply chain management, or create innovative products that meet changing market demands, COLETEK is well-positioned to help. Our comprehensive range of services includes engineering design, testing and simulation, product prototyping, and beyond. For businesses in Kandos, New South Wales, Australia, we've demonstrated our commitment to supporting local economic development through tailored solutions that address unique challenges. At COLETEK, we understand the importance of fostering strong relationships with local stakeholders, including businesses, communities, and governments. Our unwavering dedication to excellent service delivery has enabled us to build a national reputation for trusted partnerships. By working closely with our clients in Kandos, New South Wales, Australia, we've developed a deep understanding of their concerns, needs, and goals. As you strive to drive your business forward, rest assured that COLETEK is here to support you every step of the way. Our expertise extends beyond technological innovation to encompass the human aspects of engineering and product development – collaboration, creativity, and communication. We're proud to serve businesses across Kandos, New South Wales, Australia, and we look forward to the opportunity to collaborate with yours.