At COLETEK Robotics Development and Support Services for Kitchener, 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:
The COLETEK Robotics Development and Support Services for Kitchener 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 Kitchener is ready to help. Contact us to start building the next generation of intelligent, autonomous machines.
Innovation is at the heart of what drives businesses forward, and that's why we're thrilled to serve companies across Kitchener, New South Wales, Australia. As a multidisciplinary Australian engineering and product development company established in 2001, COLETEK has built a reputation for delivering solutions that transform industries. Our team of experts operates throughout Kitchener, New South Wales, Australia, providing unparalleled support to local businesses.
We take pride in our collective knowledge and experience, which enables us to tackle the most complex challenges head-on. At COLETEK, we believe in fostering strong relationships with our clients, listening carefully to their needs, and working collaboratively to develop innovative solutions that meet their unique requirements. With a national presence, we're well-positioned to support businesses of all sizes in Kitchener, New South Wales, Australia, helping them stay ahead of the curve in a rapidly changing world.
Our capabilities are rooted in our commitment to engineering and product development excellence. We've honed our skills across various sectors, from manufacturing to energy, ensuring we have the expertise to tackle diverse projects and address the challenges faced by businesses operating throughout Kitchener, New South Wales, Australia. By leveraging our knowledge and experience, we empower local companies to overcome obstacles, optimize their operations, and drive growth.
We're not just a business partner – we're a trusted ally, dedicated to supporting businesses across Kitchener, New South Wales, Australia as they strive for excellence. Whether you're looking to enhance your current offerings or develop new products and services, our multidisciplinary team is equipped to deliver innovative solutions that exceed your expectations.
If you're ready to unlock the full potential of your business, join forces with a company that understands the nuances of Kitchener, New South Wales, Australia. We invite you to explore our capabilities, share your goals and aspirations, and collaborate on a path forward that's tailored to your unique needs and ambitions.
This is a sample of public feedback from a broader range of client work.
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.
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.