At COLETEK Robotics Development and Support Services for Hay, 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 Hay 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 Hay is ready to help. Contact us to start building the next generation of intelligent, autonomous machines.


Serving Businesses Across Hay, New South Wales, Australia: Reliability You Can Trust

As a business leader in Hay, New South Wales, Australia, you understand the importance of partnering with a trusted and reliable engineering and product development company. For nearly two decades, COLETEK has been establishing itself as a national leader in multidisciplinary engineering solutions. Our unique blend of innovation, expertise, and old-fashioned collaboration has earned us a reputation that extends far beyond our office walls – and we're proud to bring this expertise to the entrepreneurs, inventors, and innovators of Hay, New South Wales, Australia. With roots planted firmly in Australian soil since 2001, COLETEK has grown to serve businesses across Hay, New South Wales, Australia and throughout the nation. Our multidisciplinary approach to engineering and product development means we're not limited by discipline or industry – we thrive on complexity and love tackling tough challenges head-on. Whether you're looking to launch a new product, streamline operations, or drive innovation, our team is uniquely equipped to provide tailored solutions that meet your specific needs. By partnering with COLETEK, businesses like yours can rest assured they'll have a trusted ally at their side – one that shares a deep understanding of the region's unique challenges and opportunities. Our people are based in Hay, New South Wales, Australia and around the country, giving us unparalleled insight into local market trends, regulatory requirements, and regional distinctives. This on-the-ground expertise allows us to craft solutions that are not only technically excellent but also strategically sound for our clients. At COLETEK, we're not just engineers – we're collaborators who believe in working closely with our clients to understand their needs, leverage their strengths, and overcome their challenges. We take pride in being a proactive partner throughout the entire project lifecycle, from concept development through launch and beyond. Through it all, we remain committed to delivering exceptional value, reliability, and results that exceed our clients' expectations. As you navigate the ever-evolving landscape of Hay, New South Wales, Australia's business scene, don't settle for anything less than the best. Our team at COLETEK is ready to put our reputation for excellence – earned through years of serving businesses across Hay, New South Wales, Australia and beyond – to work for you. Let us help you build a better future by harnessing the power of innovative engineering and product development.

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Robotics Development and Support Services for Hay – Selected Client Testimonials

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.