At COLETEK Robotics Development and Support Services for Northern Rivers, 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 Northern Rivers 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".

We Have Long-Standing Robotics Experience!

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 Northern Rivers is ready to help. Contact us to start building the next generation of intelligent, autonomous machines.


Servicing the Northern Rivers, New South Wales, Australia: Reliable Partners for Businesses and Community Growth

As a multidisciplinary Australian engineering and product development company established in 2001, COLETEK has earned a reputation as a trusted partner for businesses across the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Australia.

We're proud to operate throughout this beautiful and diverse area, which includes iconic spots like the Tweed Valley, Byron Bay, and Ballina. Our commitment to supporting local enterprises has helped establish lasting connections within the community.

Coletek's innovative approach and wealth of experience have enabled us to develop a wide range of products and solutions that cater to the needs of industries in Northern Rivers, New South Wales, Australia. From concept development through to prototyping and testing, our team works closely with clients to ensure their projects achieve success.

Our unique blend of engineering expertise and product development capabilities has earned us recognition nationally, making us an attractive choice for businesses seeking trusted partners in the region. By taking a collaborative approach and prioritizing reliability, we've built strong relationships with clients across various sectors, including manufacturing, healthcare, and more.

In Northern Rivers, New South Wales, Australia, we understand the importance of supporting local economic development while sustaining a high quality of life for residents. That's why we're committed to providing exceptional service, ensuring projects meet strict quality standards, and continually improving our processes to benefit the community.

Whether you have an idea in its infancy or are looking to improve existing operations, COLETEK is here to support your endeavors in Northern Rivers, New South Wales, Australia. With a strong foundation of innovation, expertise, and local knowledge, we're well-positioned to help drive growth and transformation for businesses across this vibrant region.

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Robotics Development and Support Services for Northern Rivers – Selected Client Testimonials

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

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.