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 Robertson.
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.
COLETEK empowers businesses in Robertson, Southern Highlands, New South Wales, Australia, to accelerate innovation through comprehensive robotics and mechatronics prototyping services. Our team of experts collaborates with clients from diverse industries to translate complex ideas into tangible prototypes, iteratively refining them for optimal performance.
We understand the importance of seamless collaboration and effective communication throughout the process. Our approach involves close consultation to capture requirements, identify potential trade-offs, and develop a detailed integration plan. Regular design reviews and periodic updates ensure transparency and alignment with your vision.
Our extensive experience encompasses various project types, from proof-of-concept work and prototype refinement to design reviews and technical feasibility assessments. We leverage advanced tools and technologies to expedite the production-readiness planning process, ensuring a smooth handover to your team.
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 expertise across robotics, electronics, embedded systems, AI, and product development.
We are committed to supporting businesses across Australia, regardless of their location. Our remote collaboration capabilities and Australia-wide support network enable us to deliver exceptional results efficiently and effectively.
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.