COLETEK offers custom robotics prototyping and mechatronic system development — combining mechanical engineering, embedded systems, control software, and AI into working real-world robots. From autonomous vehicles to smart tools and robotic assistants, we deliver edge-to-cloud solutions tailored to your goals in Palm Grove.
Our CTO, Luke Cole, previously worked for Hemisphere GPS (originally BEELINE), implementing auto-guidance for quadbikes and tractors used globally. He also contributed to early autonomous mobile robotics and self-driving vehicles at CSIRO, NICTA, Seeing Machines, and ANU Robotics Systems Lab.
His early work on custom robotics platforms led to thousands of lines of original control and computer vision code — long before frameworks like ROS or OpenCV were mainstream. His brother, Lance Cole, contributed to high-end military robotic systems including CROWS.
With over 50 combined years of hands-on robotics experience across marine, ground, and aerial platforms — we are uniquely positioned to help develop, test, and iterate real-world robotic solutions.
Contact COLETEK today to bring your robot to life.
At COLETEK, we empower businesses in Palm Grove and across the Central Coast to harness the transformative power of robotics and mechatronics. Our comprehensive prototyping services enable you to iterate, refine, and productize innovative solutions with speed and efficiency.
Our team of experts works closely with you to understand your specific needs and challenges. We leverage our deep understanding of robotics, electronics, and embedded systems to capture requirements, identify potential trade-offs, and develop robust integration plans. We seamlessly navigate the process from design reviews through testing and iteration, ensuring your project reaches production readiness.
We understand the importance of collaboration in a regional setting. Our remote-first approach enables seamless interaction and periodic design reviews, accommodating clients across metropolitan and regional areas. We prioritize clear communication and transparency throughout the process, ensuring your complete involvement and alignment with project goals.
COLETEK maintains an in-house prototyping lab equipped for rapid hardware and software development, testing, and refinement. Our founder, Luke Cole, brings over 25 years of hands-on experience to the table, having worked across robotics, electronics, AI, and product development. Founded in 2001, COLETEK is an Australian product development company driven by innovation and a commitment to delivering tangible results.
Let us join you on your journey to transform your ideas into reality. Contact us today to discuss your robotics and mechatronics prototyping needs in Palm Grove and beyond.
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.