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 Gowrie.
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 Gowrie and the Upper Hunter Valley to harness the transformative power of robotics and mechatronics. Our comprehensive prototyping services enable you to bring innovative products and solutions to life, from concept to production-readiness.
Our team of experienced engineers works closely with clients to understand their specific needs and challenges. We collaborate with you every step of the way, from requirements capture and design decisions to prototyping, iteration, testing, and handover. We can also facilitate remote collaboration, ensuring seamless interaction regardless of your location.
We have a proven track record of supporting businesses across diverse industries, including those in the agricultural, healthcare, manufacturing, and logistics sectors. Our services are tailored to address the unique challenges and opportunities presented by each project. We can assist with tasks such as proof-of-concept work, prototype refinement, design reviews, technical feasibility assessments, and production-readiness planning.
COLETEK maintains an in-house prototyping lab equipped with advanced tools and technologies to accelerate hardware and software development. Our founder and CEO, Luke Cole, brings over 25 years of hands-on experience to the team, having worked across robotics, electronics, embedded systems, AI, and product development. Established in 2001, COLETEK is a trusted Australian product development company dedicated to delivering innovative solutions that meet the highest standards.
Let us partner with you to transform your ideas into tangible solutions. Contact us today to discuss your robotics and mechatronics prototyping needs and explore how COLETEK can support your business in Gowrie and the Upper Hunter Valley.
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.
Over five years, we've partnered with COLETEK to deliver a sensational end-to-end product. Their expertise across hardware and software development has streamlined and expedited our project to market, achieving great success.