by Kenneth Lourens | May 5, 2025 | Consort
Understanding power surges A power surge, also known as a transient, is a brief but intense spike in electrical current, voltage, or power within an electrical circuit. This phenomenon occurs when there is an interruption in the electrical flow, followed by a sudden...
by Alexandra Mattisson | Mar 31, 2025 | Consort
Reliance on backup power systems and electric vehicles (EVs) in South Africa has surged due to persistent load-shedding, frequent power outages, and rising fuel prices. Solutions ranging from pocket-sized power banks to expansive solar installations and electric...
by George Jennings | Mar 3, 2025 | Consort
In our February article, we touched on changing weather conditions. This topic is not exclusive to South Africa but is at the forefront of the global arena. Climatic conditions have a severe impact and wreak havoc all over the world. During 2024, the following...
by George Jennings, Kobus van Niekerk | Feb 3, 2025 | Consort
When flying an aeroplane, the pilot has no control over the tailwinds and the headwinds. The pilot’s control is to steer the aircraft safely through the prevailing conditions. The insurance industry is experiencing the winds of change. What are the challenges and how...
by Kobus van Niekerk | Jan 6, 2025 | Consort
Insurance, a legal contract, has been advertised as a commodity lately, like the utensils we use in the kitchen. Even the conclusion period of an important contract is measured in minutes, with no regard to the details of the contract conditions. The first lesson in...
by George Jennings, Kobus van Niekerk | Nov 4, 2024 | Consort
The construction industry holiday is a period when most contractors, sub-contractors, architects, quantity surveyors, engineers, and other professionals in the construction industry, enjoy a well-earned break. From the middle of December until the middle of January...
