Expert Electrical, automation and safetyServices in Brisbane
Reliable electrical solutions for Industry and Manufacturing facilities.
Reliable electrical solutions for Industry and Manufacturing facilities.

David James started CSI in 1994 and has since developed and installed over 900 industrial control systems around Australia. As an official systems integrator for Festo electronic systems, he is also fluent in various PLC programming and drive systems. David collaborates with customers and other engineering firms to achieve their project goals through effective system installation.
We are your one-stop business for industrial control systems, specializing in the design, build, PLC programming, and system installation of our solutions. David has been in automation since 1988 and established his own business in 1994. He became CFSAE certified under TUV SAAR in 2003, ensuring our systems are safety certified. We also collaborate closely with several engineering companies to guarantee a smooth project experience.
We specialize in fault finding, modifying, programming, and maintaining industrial control systems, including PLC systems from Festo, Omron, Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi, Hitachi, Panasonic, Delta, and Coolmay, as well as B&R and multipal VSDs and servo systems. Our expertise covers comprehensive PLC programming, safety and system installation to ensure optimal performance.
We provide prompt and efficient breakdown and fault-finding services to minimise downtime for your operations. Our technicians are skilled in diagnosing and repairing a wide range of PLC systems from leading brands like Allen Bradley, Omron, and Mitsubishi. Trust us to keep your control systems running smoothly.
Additionally, we offer 24/7 support if required, which includes assistance with PLC programming, safety systems, breakdowns and system installation.
David's Qualifications
1980: Completed a prevocational course at Tafe and began his apprenticeship as an electrical fitter mechanic at Dial Electric before finishing the course.
1984: Successfully completed the apprenticeship as a fully qualified electrical fitter mechanic, gaining experience in motor winding, industrial electrical, domestic electrical, comercial electrical, lathework, millwork, shaper operation, as well as welding, brazing, and surface grinding. Honored for achieving top marks during three years of Tafe, which allowed for six weeks off his apprenticeship.
Started working for Kerry Bradford Electrical.
1981 – 1984: Pursued electrical engineering studies at Southbank campus but dropped out after completing only 17 units.
1986:Advanced certificate in pneumatics from Tafe.
1988: Advanced certificate in motor control from Tafe, essential for understanding industrial control systems.
1989-90 Advanced certificate in PLC programming with five modules at Tafe, crucial for system installation processes.
1991: Advanced certificate in hydraulic control at Tafe.
1993: Completed an advanced certificate in proportional pneumatics at Tafe, followed by an advanced certificate in machinery safety from Tafe and SICK.
1992 to 1994: Enrolled in the Electrical Contractors course, attending three nights a week for three years.
1993 to 1996: Achieved associate diplomas in PLC control, design, programming, and SCADA, completing 13 units.
1994: Founded David James Electrical.
1995: Ceased work with KBE.
1996: Completed a course in functional safety at SICK.
2000: Attended the SICK safety course.
2005: Earned a Certificate IV in hydraulic control (proportional).
2006: Achieved a Certificate IV in pneumatics.
2007: Obtained a Certificate IV in motor control systems and changed the company name to Control Systems Integration.
2007: Completed a Certificate III in functional safety (Design and implementation).
2009: Achieved a Certificate IV in PLC control, design, and programming.
2010: Obtained a Certificate III in SCADA (although it was never utilized).
2014: Attended a safety course by SICK and another Pils Safety course.
2019-2020: Completed multiple safety qualifications at SICK.
2023: Earned CFSAE Certification from the TUV SAAR course by SICK AU.
Additionally, participated in multiple pneumatic courses with Festo and SMC, attending every free course available until 2022. Also completed several hydraulics courses from Rexroth and local suppliers during the same period. Moreover, regularly updated First Aid, CPR, and switchboard rescue training every two years since 1984.
At Control Systems Integration, we stand behind our work in industrial control systems. We guarantee your satisfaction with our services, including PLC programming and system installation. If for any reason you are not happy with our work, we will do everything in our power to make it right. CSI carries 20 million in public liability insurance.
For inquiries about industrial control systems, you can reach us at controlsystems.au@gmail.com. For assistance with PLC programming or system installation, please contact David at 0412 022 842.
51 Advanx Street, Kenmore Hills Queensland 4069, Australia
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