Keep your production lines running safely, efficiently, and on schedule with industrial process control and automation services from CDI Electric, your local electrical contractor serving Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky.
We specialize in designing, installing, and maintaining PLC-based control systems that help manufacturers, warehouses, and processing facilities reduce downtime and improve quality.
Programmable Logic Controllers are the brains of modern industrial automation, monitoring sensors and controlling motors, drives, and production equipment in real time.
CDI Electric designs and installs PLC control panels and logic programs tailored to your specific process so your equipment operates safely and consistently, shift after shift.
Our PLC services include:
- PLC system design and engineering for new process lines and system upgrades.
- Control panel fabrication and field wiring for motors, pumps, conveyors, and production equipment.
- PLC programming and reprogramming to support recipe changes, new products, and process optimization.
- PLC troubleshooting, diagnostics, and emergency repairs to minimize unplanned downtime.
- Integration with HMIs, SCADA, and industrial networks (Ethernet, industrial I/O systems).
Whether you need a small machine control upgrade or a plant-wide process control solution, our licensed industrial electricians understand how to safely and correctly tie PLC logic to real-world equipment.
CDI Electric offers end-to-end automation services for industrial and commercial facilities in the Cincinnati metro and Northern Kentucky region. We can support you from early consulting and design through installation, commissioning, and preventive maintenance.
Typical automation and control projects we handle:
- Automated manufacturing and packaging lines
- Motor control centers, variable speed drives, and soft starters
- Conveyor controls, material handling systems, and sorting equipment
- HVAC and environmental controls for industrial facilities
- Refrigeration controls and temperature monitoring
- Process monitoring, alarms, and data logging for quality and compliance
Every project is engineered to meet code, follow best practices, and fit your production schedule so you get a professional installation without unnecessary change orders or delays.
CDI Electric serves industrial and commercial clients within the I‑275 loop and throughout Northern Kentucky, including Florence, Erlanger, Hebron, Walton, and the Greater Cincinnati area.
Our typical clients are facility managers, plant managers, engineers, and project managers who need fast, dependable electrical support for process equipment and production lines.
Why local manufacturers choose CDI Electric for process controls:
- Quick response times from a nearby industrial electrician
- Experienced team trained to current electrical codes and safety standards
- Proven history of completing projects on schedule and within budget
- Long-term relationships built on trust, professionalism, and clear communication
If your facility is inside the 275 loop or within roughly 25 miles of Greater Cincinnati, our team can support your next controls upgrade, troubleshooting call, or new process installation.
Many plants in the Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky region rely on older PLCs, motor control centers, and relay-based systems that are due for upgrades. CDI Electric helps you extend the life of your existing equipment while planning smart, phased upgrades to modern automation platforms.
Our maintenance and retrofit services include:
- Electrical system troubleshooting and emergency repairs for control circuits and equipment
- Preventive maintenance on PLCs, VFDs, and control panels to reduce unexpected failures
- Upgrading obsolete PLC hardware and software to supported platforms
- Adding new sensors, safety devices, and control points to existing lines
- Improving power distribution and power quality for sensitive automation equipment
We work closely with facility and project managers to schedule work around production, keeping your lines running while improvements are made.
Process control and automation projects only perform well when the underlying electrical installation is done right. As a full-service industrial and commercial electrical contractor, CDI Electric handles power distribution, control wiring, and lighting, as well as your PLC and automation systems.
Our capabilities cover:
- 3-phase systems, 240-volt and 480-volt power distribution
- Main service equipment, panelboards, load centers, and power panels
- Motors, motor control wiring, and equipment power outlets
- Emergency and egress lighting, exterior and interior lighting upgrades
- Data wiring, Cat 6 network cabling, and Ethernet-connected control equipment
All work is performed by trained electricians who support safe, reliable operation of your automation systems from day one.
CDI Electric has helped industrial and commercial facilities in Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky plan, design, install, and maintain electrical and automation systems. From a single production line upgrade to a full facility automation project, we approach every job as a long-term partnership, not a one-time transaction.
When you need a local, trusted electrical contractor who understands industrial process controls and automation, CDI Electric is ready to step in as part of your team.
If you are a plant manager, facility manager, or project engineer in Cincinnati or Northern Kentucky and are planning a controls upgrade or struggling with recurring equipment issues, CDI Electric can help.
Contact us today to:
- Review your existing PLCs, control panels, and automation systems
- Discuss process improvements, production goals, and safety requirements
- Develop a phased plan for design, installation, and maintenance of your control systems
Call our office in the Greater Cincinnati / Northern Kentucky area or request a site visit to get started on your next process control and automation project.