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 Casuarina.
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 Casuarina, Tweed Coast, New South Wales, Australia, to accelerate innovation through our comprehensive robotics and mechatronics prototyping services. Our team of experts possesses deep understanding of the technical challenges and opportunities in this field, having supported numerous projects from concept validation through production readiness.
We collaborate closely with clients to capture their requirements, refine design decisions, and develop prototypes that meet their specific needs. Our iterative approach involves regular design reviews, testing, and refinement to ensure the highest quality and performance. We also provide comprehensive production-readiness planning, ensuring a seamless transition from prototype to deployment.
Our extensive experience encompasses a wide range of project types, including proof-of-concept work, prototype refinement, design reviews, technical feasibility assessments, and production-readiness planning. We leverage advanced technologies and tools to deliver innovative and practical solutions tailored to each client's industry and deployment environment.
We understand the importance of remote collaboration and seamless support across regional and metropolitan clients. Our Australia-wide network of experts ensures that you receive personalized guidance and access to the latest advancements in robotics and mechatronics throughout the entire process.
COLETEK maintains an in-house prototyping lab equipped with state-of-the-art equipment and supported by Luke Cole's 25+ years of hands-on experience in robotics, electronics, embedded systems, AI, and product development. Founded in 2001, we are an Australian product development company driven by innovation and a commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes for our clients.
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.