Robotics Development and Support Services for Ellerston

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

As a multidisciplinary Australian engineering and product development company established in 2001, COLETEK has earned a reputation as a trusted partner for businesses across Ellerston, New South Wales, Australia. Our team of experts is dedicated to delivering innovative solutions that drive growth and success.

We're proud to serve the local community of Ellerston, providing reliable engineering expertise and collaboration to help businesses thrive in this picturesque region. Located just outside Armidale, our proximity to key infrastructure and talent pools makes us an ideal partner for companies looking to expand their operations or develop new products.

For over two decades, COLETEK has been a trusted national presence in the engineering and product development industry. Our multidisciplinary approach brings together experts from various technical fields, enabling us to tackle complex challenges and deliver effective solutions that meet the diverse needs of our clients. Whether you're a small startup or an established business, we'll work closely with you to understand your goals and develop tailored strategies that drive results.

We understand the unique challenges facing businesses in Ellerston, including infrastructure development, logistics management, and talent attraction. As a company committed to innovation and collaboration, we'll work tirelessly to support your growth and success. Our experienced engineers and product developers are well-equipped to handle projects of any scale or complexity, from design and prototype development to testing and production.

At COLETEK, we're passionate about building long-term relationships with our clients, based in Ellerston, New South Wales, Australia and throughout the country. Our commitment to quality, reliability, and capability has earned us a trusted reputation that sets us apart from other engineering and product development companies.