At COLETEK Robotics Development and Support Services for Barellan, 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 Barellan 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 Barellan is ready to help. Contact us to start building the next generation of intelligent, autonomous machines.
In the heart of New South Wales, Australia, lies the vibrant town of Barellan. With its rich agricultural heritage and strong community spirit, it's an ideal location for businesses looking to thrive in a supportive environment.
As a multidisciplinary Australian engineering and product development company established in 2001, COLETEK has built a reputation as a trusted partner for businesses across Barellan, New South Wales, Australia. Our expertise spans multiple industries, allowing us to provide innovative solutions that cater to the unique needs of local companies.
Operating from our base in Barellan, New South Wales, Australia, we've developed a culture of reliability, collaboration, and capability. Our team takes pride in delivering high-quality outcomes that meet the most exacting standards, ensuring the success of our clients' projects.
We believe that innovation is key to driving growth and prosperity in any region. By combining our engineering prowess with a deep understanding of local markets and industries, we help businesses in Barellan, New South Wales, Australia and beyond to unlock their full potential and seize new opportunities.
We're proud to be based in Barellan, New South Wales, Australia, where we're committed to making a positive impact on the community. Our team is dedicated to supporting local entrepreneurs and manufacturers as they navigate the complex process of developing new products and processes.
Whether you're looking to develop a new product, improve your manufacturing operations, or enhance your engineering capabilities, COLETEK is here to help. We'll work closely with you to understand your unique challenges and develop tailored solutions that meet your needs. With our expertise in barellan, New South Wales, Australia, you can trust that your project will be in capable hands.
If you're looking for a trusted partner to help you achieve your goals, we'd love to hear from you. Let's build something remarkable together – contact us today and let the COLETEK team help drive innovation in Barellan, New South Wales, Australia!
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.