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Liquid Technology Equipment Donation Gives New Life to Children’s Science Center Virtual Programs during Covid-19

NEW YORK, Feb. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — When the Covid-19 pandemic forced the Children’s Science Center Lab in Fairfax, VA to close its doors to the public on <span…

NEW YORK, Feb. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — When the Covid-19 pandemic forced the Children’s Science Center Lab in Fairfax, VA to close its doors to the public on Friday, March 13, 2020, the museum quickly pivoted to a virtual model. Hoping to stay connected to its Northern Virginia audience and continue to serve their mission of inspiring the love of STEM, the staff began filming anything and everything they could. From science demos and chemistry experiments to animal talks, they recorded and live streamed the creative and educational content on their cell phones. The museum’s financial viability is dependent on entrance fees, and there would be none of those for the foreseeable future. Little did they know at the time how very long their doors would be closed to the public nor how many cell phone recorded programs they would need to deliver.

Liquid Technology Managing Partner, Richard Greene learned about the Children’s Science Center challenges from a client, and the industry-leading IT Asset Disposition service provider responded. As a parent, Greene understands the importance of such services first-hand. He wanted to make the science center’s virtual offering experience a better one. To make that happen, Liquid Technology donated two television studios’ worth of equipment, including cameras, webcams, green screens, computers for editing, and more. The donated equipment had an immediate impact.

«This new equipment is a real game-changer. It allows us to interact with our audience better than ever,» said Audrey Charlwood, Program Coordinator for the Children’s Science Center. «We particularly love using the green screen to transport our audience into different environments in line with what we are teaching.»

«As informal educators, we like to have fun while teaching science and get up and move around. The mobile tripods have been integral to making our virtual experience fun and interactive. It’s wonderful to now have technology that is as mobile as we are!» added Children’s Science Center Program Manager Ashlyn Salvage.

«Liquid Technology is committed to digital equity and STEM education, and we are a corporate partner to two nonprofits in that space,» said Greene. «Our equipment donation to the Children’s Science Center was a natural extension of those efforts. We are thrilled the equipment has made such an incredible difference in their ability to deliver quality programming to their audiences.»

A pandemic boost for the Science Center — the virtual offerings have transformed its audience from local to national. Children from around the country can celebrate their birthdays with virtual parties, attend virtual camps and participate in lab programs with experienced STEM Educators. «Reaching more children with our STEM education programs is a silver lining,» said Charlwood. «Liquid Technology’s donation has made it possible for us to make those programs the best they can be.»

About Liquid Technology
Liquid Technology is a full-service IT asset disposition company that offers a complete suite of services designed to help companies manage their hardware assets. These services include Brokering and Purchasing Excess IT Equipment, Auditable Data Destruction, Environmental Disposal of Electronic Waste and IT Asset Management.

About The Children’s Science Center
The Children’s Science Center is Northern Virginia’s first interactive museum where children, families and school groups can explore science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) concepts through fun, engaging hands-on exhibits, activities and programs.

 

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Digitalization to Boom as Industrial and Energy Organizations Focus on Lowering Operational Costs and Garnering Higher Revenues

The smart manufacturing trend that will span the next 5 to 10 years will trigger the adoption of digital solutions across industries, says Frost & Sullivan

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Feb. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Frost & Sullivan’s recent analysis, Digital Industrial and Energy Guidebook, highlights critical market issues—complex market messaging, several me-too solutions, value-creation uncertainties, and quick-hit benefits realization—that restrain organizations from…

The smart manufacturing trend that will span the next 5 to 10 years will trigger the adoption of digital solutions across industries, says Frost & Sullivan

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Feb. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Frost & Sullivan’s recent analysis, Digital Industrial and Energy Guidebook, highlights critical market issues—complex market messaging, several me-too solutions, value-creation uncertainties, and quick-hit benefits realization—that restrain organizations from wide-scale digital solution adoption. The study helps them address these issues by comprehensively evaluating solution providers’ ecosystems. The guidebook serves as a digital solution selection tool as it identifies the top 50 digital best practitioners across industries, characterized in three main categories—an enterprise-specific best practice, industry-specific best practice, and function-specific best practice.

Primarily driven by operational excellence, organizations throughout industries are likely to adopt digital solutions. As a result, the addressable market for digital solutions in industrial and energy markets is estimated to reach $543.66 billion by 2025 from $449.12 billion in 2020, registering growth at a compound annual growth rate of 3.9%. However, the market experienced adverse impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 and is expected to recover from Q1 2021, with COVID-19 subsidies in Q4 2020, and surpass pre-COVID levels by 2024.

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«Automation is a critical part of the fourth industrial revolution (4IR) and will drive the shift to Industry 5.0,» said Rohit Karthikeyan, Industrial Industry Analyst at Frost & Sullivan. «Additionally, established industrial automation companies will have an appetite for digitalization featuring intelligent systems with sensory, context-aware, and analytics capabilities, which will offer them a competitive edge.»

Rohit added: «Collaborative robots or cobots have the potential to reshape major manufacturing areas, such as industrial design, training, and collaboration. Going forward, declining deployment costs and efforts to automate low-skilled jobs will prompt the adoption of artificial intelligence (Al)-based robots in manufacturing in the next 10 years.»

Organizations’ strong attempt to cut operational costs, enhance competitive advantage, and generate higher revenues will further push the demand for digital solutions, presenting lucrative growth prospects for solution providers. Market participants will benefit from the following:

  • Automation vendors should leverage their installed information base to understand end users’ process requirements and collaborate to identify pain points and offer customized digital solutions.
  • Solution providers must develop comprehensive plans covering data access, management capabilities, flexibility, scalability, and innovation roadmaps to provide value to their customers.
  • Organizations must develop a robust digital strategy across the value chain, from origination/sourcing to delivery, to navigate profit pressures by increasing operational performance.

Digital Industrial and Energy Guidebook is the latest addition to Frost & Sullivan’s Industrial Automation & Process Control research and analyses available through the Frost & Sullivan Leadership Council, which helps organizations identify a continuous flow of growth opportunities to succeed in an unpredictable future.

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Businesses and Consumers Who Bought an Interior Molded Door Between March 1, 2014 and September 4, 2020, Could Receive $25 or More From a Class Action Settlement Totaling $19.5 Million

RICHMOND, Va., Feb. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The following notice is being jointly issued by Robins Kaplan LLP, Gustafson Gluek PLLC, and Joseph Saveri Law Firm and has been authorized by the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia, in In re: Interior Molded Doors Indirect Purchaser Antitrust Litigation (No. 3:18-cv-00850-JAG).

The lawsuit, In re: Interior Molded Doors Indirect Purchaser Antitrust Litigation, Case No….

RICHMOND, Va., Feb. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The following notice is being jointly issued by Robins Kaplan LLP, Gustafson Gluek PLLC, and Joseph Saveri Law Firm and has been authorized by the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia, in In re: Interior Molded Doors Indirect Purchaser Antitrust Litigation (No. 3:18-cv-00850-JAG).

The lawsuit, In re: Interior Molded Doors Indirect Purchaser Antitrust Litigation, Case No. 3:18-cv-00850-JAG, pending in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia, claims that JELD-WEN, Inc. and Masonite Corporation («Settling Defendants») agreed to fix the prices of Interior Molded Doors («IMDs») and, as a result, consumers and businesses who indirectly purchased Standalone IMDs not for resale may have paid more than they should have. Although the Settling Defendants have agreed to settle, they do not agree that they engaged in any wrongdoing or are liable or owe any money or benefits to Plaintiffs. The Court has not decided who is right.

Who is Included?

You are a Settlement Class Member if you indirectly purchased not for resale a Standalone IMD between March 1, 2014 and September 4, 2020. Purchases must have been made in, or while you were residing in an Indirect Purchaser State at the time of purchase. «Indirectly» means you bought the Standalone IMD from someone other than one of the Settling Defendants (e.g., you purchased a Standalone IMD at Home Depot, Lowe’s, or a lumber yard).

IMDs are a type of interior door made through a process of sandwiching a wood frame and hollow or solid core between two molded doorskins, rather than making the entire door from solid wood. A «Standalone Interior Molded Door» is an IMD that is not incorporated as part of a larger product (such as the purchase of a home) or service (such as the installation of the door in a home). For example, you are included if you are (a) a consumer who purchased an IMD for home installation OR (b) a business or commercial contractor that purchased an IMD to be included as a service provided to a customer or for its own use. Standalone IMDs contain patterns and do not include flush doors which have no patterns or relief.

The definitions of IMDs, Standalone IMDs, and the list of Indirect Purchaser States, among others, are available by visiting the Settlement Website www.InteriorMoldedDoorSettlement.com. 

What Does the Settlement Provide?

The Settlement provides for a total Settlement Fund of $19,500,000 («Settlement Fund»). After deduction of notice and administration expenses, attorneys’ fees, service awards to the Class Representatives, and litigation expenses, as approved by the Court («Net Settlement Fund»), the Net Settlement Fund will be available for distribution to Settlement Class Members who timely file valid claims. It is estimated that each member of the Settlement Class who submits a valid claim will receive at least $25. Payments will be based on a number of factors, including at least the number of valid claims filed by all Settlement Class Members and the number of Standalone IMDs purchased by each Settlement Class Member.

What are My Rights and Options?

Submit a Claim: To receive a Settlement payment, you must submit a claim by going to www.InteriorMoldedDoorSettlement.com and submitting (or printing and mailing) a Claim Form. A valid Claim Form must be submitted online or postmarked by June 25, 2021. 

Do Nothing: You will be included in the Settlement Class and bound by the Court’s decision, but you will not receive a payment. You will give up your rights to sue the Settling Defendants about the claims in this case. 

Exclude Yourself: You can exclude yourself («opt out») of the Settlement by submitting an exclusion request to the Settlement Administrator that is received no later than June 2, 2021. If you do so, you will not be eligible to receive a settlement payment but you will retain the right to sue on your own regarding any claims that are part of the Settlement. 

Object: You may also object to any part of this Settlement. Objections must be mailed to the Clerk of the Court and the Settlement Administrator and received no later than June 2, 2021. 

Details about how to opt-out, object, and mail your Claim Form are available on the Settlement Website.

Has the Court Approved the Settlement?            

No, the Court has set a hearing for July 13, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. to determine whether to approve the Settlement, Class Representative service awards not to exceed $56,000 total, attorney’s expenses not to exceed $5 million, and attorneys’ fees not to exceed 33% of the Settlement Fund. If there are objections or comments, the Court will consider them at that time.  You or your lawyer may appear at the hearing at your expense. The hearing may be moved to a different date or time without additional notice. Check the Settlement Website or call 1-844-964-2884 for current information.

How Can I Get More Information?

This Notice summarizes the Settlement Agreement. You can get a copy of the Settlement Agreement, important Court documents, and more information about the settlement on www.InteriorMoldedDoorSettlement.com.

The parties’ class certification briefs and expert reports are currently under seal pending an appeal. These documents can be obtained by Settlement Class Members by contacting Settlement Class Counsel or the Settlement Administrator. The Protective Order is available on the Settlement Website. If and when these documents are unsealed, they will promptly be posted online on the Settlement Website.

You may write with questions to info@InteriorMoldedDoorSettlement.com or call the toll-free number, 1-844-964-2884. You should also register on the website to be directly notified of the terms of the Plan of Allocation of the Settlement Fund, how to file a claim form, and other information concerning this case.

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Hopium confirma su prototipo de sedán de hidrógeno para junio de 2021

PARÍS, 23 de febrero de 2021 /PRNewswire/ — El futuro está en la fabricación. El conductor de carreras Olivier Lombard confirma la llegada en junio de 2021 del prototipo de Hopium Māchina, el primer sedán impulsado por hidrógeno de emisiones cero de alta clase. 

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PARÍS, 23 de febrero de 2021 /PRNewswire/ — El futuro está en la fabricación. El conductor de carreras Olivier Lombard confirma la llegada en junio de 2021 del prototipo de Hopium Māchina, el primer sedán impulsado por hidrógeno de emisiones cero de alta clase. 

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El fabricante francés Hopium que cotizó en la bolsa de valores de París al final del año pasado busca convertirse en el líder mundial en movilidad de hidrógeno con su vehículo llegando a las carreteras para 2025.

Para alcanzar esta proeza industrial, Olivier Lombard, consejero delegado y fundador de Hopium, se ha rodeado de un equipo de expertos, entre ellos el diseñador de coches Félix Godard, previamente en Porsche, Tesla o más recientemente Lucid Motors, que firma el diseño elegante y líneas aerodinámicas de Hopium Māchina; y Loïc Bouillo, director de Programas (anteriormente, PSA y Safran), a cargo de orquestar el desarrollo del vehículo y su plataforma tecnológica.  

Esta plataforma única, lanzada a finales de enero, establece los estándares para una próxima generación de coches de hidrógeno. Se ha diseñado específicamente para servir al elemento más abundante de la tierra y llevarlo al más alto nivel.  

El modelo, equipado con tecnologías patentadas revolucionaria, promete actuaciones sin precedentes para un vehículo de hidrógeno: 500+ hp y 1000+ km de rango (629+ millas) para un tiempo de llenado récord de solo tres minutos. Mirando hacia delante, combinará la hiperconectividad, seguridad y ergonomía en una cabina que es deportiva y cómoda, al tiempo que cumple los retos medioambientales de nuestra era.

El prototipo, actualmente en una fase de fabricación avanzada, es el primero de una serie pensada para validar las varias tecnologías de vanguardia incorporadas en el vehículo. Constituye un importante paso en la rigurosa preparación de su industrialización.

Acerca de HOPIUM

Un fabricante de alta tecnología fundado por Olivier Lombard, el ganador más joven de las 24 Horas de Le Mans, Hopium es el resultado de su experiencia como conductor de carreras profesionales. 

Olivier Lombard ha estado conduciendo coches de carreras impulsados por hidrógeno durante siete años, convirtiéndole en un experto en el campo. La carrera fue como un laboratorio al aire libre que hizo posible que Olivier Lombard y su equipo se reflejen en nuevas soluciones de movilidad para cumplir los retos medioambientales. Mientras el sector del transporte solo es responsable del 20% de las emisiones de gases de efecto invernadero, la compañía se está posicionando como agente en el cambio climático.

Hopium reúne a un equipo de socios y expertos líderes, al frente de la innovación en los sectores de pila de combustible de hidrógeno e ingeniería de automoción.

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Businesses and Consumers Who Bought an Interior Molded Door Between March 1, 2014 and September 4, 2020, Could Receive $25 or More From a Class Action Settlement Totaling $19.5 Million

RICHMOND, Va., Feb. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The following notice is being jointly issued by Robins Kaplan LLP, Gustafson Gluek PLLC, and Joseph Saveri Law Firm and has been authorized by the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia, in In re: Interior Molded Doors Indirect Purchaser Antitrust Litigation (No. 3:18-cv-00850-JAG).

The lawsuit, In re: Interior Molded Doors Indirect Purchaser Antitrust Litigation, Case…

RICHMOND, Va., Feb. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The following notice is being jointly issued by Robins Kaplan LLP, Gustafson Gluek PLLC, and Joseph Saveri Law Firm and has been authorized by the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia, in In re: Interior Molded Doors Indirect Purchaser Antitrust Litigation (No. 3:18-cv-00850-JAG).

The lawsuit, In re: Interior Molded Doors Indirect Purchaser Antitrust Litigation, Case No. 3:18-cv-00850-JAG, pending in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia, claims that JELD-WEN, Inc. and Masonite Corporation («Settling Defendants») agreed to fix the prices of Interior Molded Doors («IMDs») and, as a result, consumers and businesses who indirectly purchased Standalone IMDs not for resale may have paid more than they should have. Although the Settling Defendants have agreed to settle, they do not agree that they engaged in any wrongdoing or are liable or owe any money or benefits to Plaintiffs. The Court has not decided who is right.

Who is Included?

You are a Settlement Class Member if you indirectly purchased not for resale a Standalone IMD between March 1, 2014 and September 4, 2020. Purchases must have been made in, or while you were residing in an Indirect Purchaser State at the time of purchase. «Indirectly» means you bought the Standalone IMD from someone other than one of the Settling Defendants (e.g., you purchased a Standalone IMD at Home Depot, Lowe’s, or a lumber yard).

IMDs are a type of interior door made through a process of sandwiching a wood frame and hollow or solid core between two molded doorskins, rather than making the entire door from solid wood. A «Standalone Interior Molded Door» is an IMD that is not incorporated as part of a larger product (such as the purchase of a home) or service (such as the installation of the door in a home). For example, you are included if you are (a) a consumer who purchased an IMD for home installation OR (b) a business or commercial contractor that purchased an IMD to be included as a service provided to a customer or for its own use. Standalone IMDs contain patterns and do not include flush doors which have no patterns or relief.

The definitions of IMDs, Standalone IMDs, and the list of Indirect Purchaser States, among others, are available by visiting the Settlement Website www.InteriorMoldedDoorSettlement.com. 

What Does the Settlement Provide?

The Settlement provides for a total Settlement Fund of $19,500,000 («Settlement Fund»). After deduction of notice and administration expenses, attorneys’ fees, service awards to the Class Representatives, and litigation expenses, as approved by the Court («Net Settlement Fund»), the Net Settlement Fund will be available for distribution to Settlement Class Members who timely file valid claims. It is estimated that each member of the Settlement Class who submits a valid claim will receive at least $25. Payments will be based on a number of factors, including at least the number of valid claims filed by all Settlement Class Members and the number of Standalone IMDs purchased by each Settlement Class Member.

What are My Rights and Options?

Submit a Claim: To receive a Settlement payment, you must submit a claim by going to www.InteriorMoldedDoorSettlement.com and submitting (or printing and mailing) a Claim Form. A valid Claim Form must be submitted online or postmarked by June 25, 2021. 

Do Nothing: You will be included in the Settlement Class and bound by the Court’s decision, but you will not receive a payment. You will give up your rights to sue the Settling Defendants about the claims in this case. 

Exclude Yourself: You can exclude yourself («opt out») of the Settlement by submitting an exclusion request to the Settlement Administrator that is received no later than June 2, 2021. If you do so, you will not be eligible to receive a settlement payment but you will retain the right to sue on your own regarding any claims that are part of the Settlement. 

Object: You may also object to any part of this Settlement. Objections must be mailed to the Clerk of the Court and the Settlement Administrator and received no later than June 2, 2021. 

Details about how to opt-out, object, and mail your Claim Form are available on the Settlement Website.

Has the Court Approved the Settlement?            

No, the Court has set a hearing for July 13, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. to determine whether to approve the Settlement, Class Representative service awards not to exceed $56,000 total, attorney’s expenses not to exceed $5 million, and attorneys’ fees not to exceed 33% of the Settlement Fund. If there are objections or comments, the Court will consider them at that time.  You or your lawyer may appear at the hearing at your expense. The hearing may be moved to a different date or time without additional notice. Check the Settlement Website or call 1-844-964-2884 for current information.

How Can I Get More Information?

This Notice summarizes the Settlement Agreement. You can get a copy of the Settlement Agreement, important Court documents, and more information about the settlement on www.InteriorMoldedDoorSettlement.com.

The parties’ class certification briefs and expert reports are currently under seal pending an appeal. These documents can be obtained by Settlement Class Members by contacting Settlement Class Counsel or the Settlement Administrator. The Protective Order is available on the Settlement Website. If and when these documents are unsealed, they will promptly be posted online on the Settlement Website.

You may write with questions to info@InteriorMoldedDoorSettlement.com or call the toll-free number, 1-844-964-2884. You should also register on the website to be directly notified of the terms of the Plan of Allocation of the Settlement Fund, how to file a claim form, and other information concerning this case.

SOURCE Robins Kaplan LLP, Gustafson Gluek PLLC, and Joseph Saveri Law Firm

Nikola Details North American Fuel-Cell Vehicle Program

PHOENIX, Feb. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Nikola Corporation (NASDAQ: NKLA), a global leader in zero-emissions transportation and infrastructure solutions, announced today details about its North American hydrogen fuel-cell electric vehicle (FCEV) commercial truck program.

PHOENIX, Feb. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Nikola Corporation (NASDAQ: NKLA), a global leader in zero-emissions transportation and infrastructure solutions, announced today details about its North American hydrogen fuel-cell electric vehicle (FCEV) commercial truck program.

Following the launch of North American production of the Tre battery-electric vehicle (BEV), Nikola plans to introduce a FCEV variant of the Nikola Tre Cabover, and the long-range Nikola Two FCEV Sleeper targeting best-in-class efficiency for ranges between 300-900 miles in the North American market. 

«To expedite the transition to a carbon-free future, the trucking industry needs heavy-duty, zero-emission commercial vehicles engineered to match the weight and range capabilities of today’s diesel trucks. Nikola is excited to introduce additional detail about our portfolio of FCEV trucks and our continued commitment to sustainable commercial transportation,» said Nikola’s Global Head of FCEV Jason Roycht.

The Nikola portfolio includes trucks for the entire spectrum of commercial freight:

  • Metro/Regional—Nikola Tre BEV Cabover for trips up to 300 miles
  • Regional—Nikola Tre FCEV for longer-range needs of up to 500 miles and for fast fueling/quick turnaround needs
  • Long-Haul—Nikola Two FCEV Sleeper for longest-range missions up to 900 miles

NIKOLA TRE FCEV CABOVER

The Nikola Tre FCEV Cabover is targeted for distances up to 500 miles, and is expected to address the majority of the North American regional market, especially use cases where additional freight hauling capacity and quick fueling are required by fleet operators.

The Tre FCEV leverages the Tre BEV platform with hydrogen fuel-cell power, while being designed to improve aerodynamics and reduce total vehicle weight.

The first Tre FCEV prototype builds are scheduled to begin in Arizona and Ulm, Germany in Q2 2021, with testing and validation of the vehicles continuing into 2022, and production commencing planned for the second half of 2023.

NIKOLA TWO FCEV SLEEPER

The Nikola Two FCEV Sleeper is a long-haul freight solution with hydrogen capacity allowing a non-stop range of up to 900 miles.  The Two FCEV leverages the weight advantage of hydrogen in long-range, long-haul zero-emission commercial transportation. The Two FCEV will be based on a new chassis custom designed for North American long-haul routes and is anticipated to launch in late 2024.

NIKOLA FUEL-CELL AND HYDROGEN STORAGE SYSTEMS

The Nikola Tre and Nikola Two FCEVs are expected to utilize multiple common fuel-cell power modules and scalable hydrogen storage systems.  Both systems are currently in development and testing with industry leaders in collaboration with Nikola Engineering. The first Tre prototypes utilizing these systems are expected to begin road testing in 2022.

«Our plan is to enter the market in steps,» said Roycht. «We are building on the current Tre platform with the planned launch of our fuel-cell and hydrogen storage systems in 2023. These      systems are designed to be scalable in order to handle the greater power and longer-range requirements for long-haul, which allows for concurrent integration into the chassis design of the Nikola Two FCEV Sleeper. Utilizing common components and systems for hydrogen propulsion will support greater economies of scale and also allow Nikola to continuously expand and adapt our FCEV truck portfolio to address the diverse requirements of commercial trucking.»

ABOUT NIKOLA CORPORATION
Nikola Corporation is globally transforming the transportation industry. As a designer and manufacturer of zero-emission battery-electric and hydrogen-electric vehicles, electric vehicle drivetrains, vehicle components, energy storage systems, and hydrogen station infrastructure, Nikola is driven to revolutionize the economic and environmental impact of commerce as we know it today. Founded in 2015, Nikola Corporation is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona. For more information, visit www.nikolamotor.com or Twitter @nikolamotor.

FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS
Certain statements included in this press release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provisions under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements generally are accompanied by words such as «believe,» «may,» «will,» «estimate,» «continue,» «anticipate,» «intend,» «expect,» «should,» «would,» «plan,» «predict,» «potential,» «seem,» «seek,» «future,» «outlook,» and similar expressions that predict or indicate future events or trends or that are not statements of historical matters. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the need for and benefits of FCEV trucks  and hydrogen and fuel-cell technologies; the ability of the company to achieve economies of scale; and the expected timing, features and specifications of the company’s FCEV trucks.  These statements are based on various assumptions, whether or not identified in this press release, and on the current expectations of Nikola’s management and are not predictions of actual performance. Forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements, including but not limited to, design and manufacturing changes and delays; general economic, financial, legal, regulatory, political and business conditions and changes in domestic and foreign markets; the potential effects of COVID-19; the outcome of legal, regulatory and judicial proceedings to which Nikola is, or may become a party; demand for and customer acceptance of Nikola’s trucks; risks associated with development and testing of fuel cell power modules and hydrogen storage systems; the conversion of pre-orders into binding orders; risks related to the rollout of Nikola’s business and the timing of expected business milestones; the effects of competition on Nikola’s future business; the availability of capital; and the other risks detailed from time to time in Nikola’s reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2020 and other documents Nikola files with the SEC. If any of these risks materialize or our assumptions prove incorrect, actual results could differ materially from the results implied by these forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date hereof and Nikola specifically disclaims any obligation to update these forward-looking statements.

 

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Businesses and Consumers Who Bought an Interior Molded Door Between March 1, 2014 and September 4, 2020, Could Receive $25 or More From a Class Action Settlement Totaling $19.5 Million

RICHMOND, Va., Feb. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The following notice is being jointly issued by Robins Kaplan LLP, Gustafson Gluek PLLC, and Joseph Saveri Law Firm and has been authorized by the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia, in In re: Interior Molded Doors Indirect Purchaser Antitrust Litigation (No. 3:18-cv-00850-JAG).

The lawsuit, In re: Interior Molded Doors Indirect Purchaser Antitrust Litigation, Case…

RICHMOND, Va., Feb. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The following notice is being jointly issued by Robins Kaplan LLP, Gustafson Gluek PLLC, and Joseph Saveri Law Firm and has been authorized by the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia, in In re: Interior Molded Doors Indirect Purchaser Antitrust Litigation (No. 3:18-cv-00850-JAG).

The lawsuit, In re: Interior Molded Doors Indirect Purchaser Antitrust Litigation, Case No. 3:18-cv-00850-JAG, pending in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia, claims that JELD-WEN, Inc. and Masonite Corporation («Settling Defendants») agreed to fix the prices of Interior Molded Doors («IMDs») and, as a result, consumers and businesses who indirectly purchased Standalone IMDs not for resale may have paid more than they should have. Although the Settling Defendants have agreed to settle, they do not agree that they engaged in any wrongdoing or are liable or owe any money or benefits to Plaintiffs. The Court has not decided who is right.

Who is Included?

You are a Settlement Class Member if you indirectly purchased not for resale a Standalone IMD between March 1, 2014 and September 4, 2020. Purchases must have been made in, or while you were residing in an Indirect Purchaser State at the time of purchase. «Indirectly» means you bought the Standalone IMD from someone other than one of the Settling Defendants (e.g., you purchased a Standalone IMD at Home Depot, Lowe’s, or a lumber yard).

IMDs are a type of interior door made through a process of sandwiching a wood frame and hollow or solid core between two molded doorskins, rather than making the entire door from solid wood. A «Standalone Interior Molded Door» is an IMD that is not incorporated as part of a larger product (such as the purchase of a home) or service (such as the installation of the door in a home). For example, you are included if you are (a) a consumer who purchased an IMD for home installation OR (b) a business or commercial contractor that purchased an IMD to be included as a service provided to a customer or for its own use. Standalone IMDs contain patterns and do not include flush doors which have no patterns or relief.

The definitions of IMDs, Standalone IMDs, and the list of Indirect Purchaser States, among others, are available by visiting the Settlement Website www.InteriorMoldedDoorSettlement.com. 

What Does the Settlement Provide?

The Settlement provides for a total Settlement Fund of $19,500,000 («Settlement Fund»). After deduction of notice and administration expenses, attorneys’ fees, service awards to the Class Representatives, and litigation expenses, as approved by the Court («Net Settlement Fund»), the Net Settlement Fund will be available for distribution to Settlement Class Members who timely file valid claims. It is estimated that each member of the Settlement Class who submits a valid claim will receive at least $25. Payments will be based on a number of factors, including at least the number of valid claims filed by all Settlement Class Members and the number of Standalone IMDs purchased by each Settlement Class Member.

What are My Rights and Options?

Submit a Claim: To receive a Settlement payment, you must submit a claim by going to www.InteriorMoldedDoorSettlement.com and submitting (or printing and mailing) a Claim Form. A valid Claim Form must be submitted online or postmarked by June 25, 2021. 

Do Nothing: You will be included in the Settlement Class and bound by the Court’s decision, but you will not receive a payment. You will give up your rights to sue the Settling Defendants about the claims in this case. 

Exclude Yourself: You can exclude yourself («opt out») of the Settlement by submitting an exclusion request to the Settlement Administrator that is received no later than June 2, 2021. If you do so, you will not be eligible to receive a settlement payment but you will retain the right to sue on your own regarding any claims that are part of the Settlement. 

Object: You may also object to any part of this Settlement. Objections must be mailed to the Clerk of the Court and the Settlement Administrator and received no later than June 2, 2021. 

Details about how to opt-out, object, and mail your Claim Form are available on the Settlement Website.

Has the Court Approved the Settlement?            

No, the Court has set a hearing for July 13, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. to determine whether to approve the Settlement, Class Representative service awards not to exceed $56,000 total, attorney’s expenses not to exceed $5 million, and attorneys’ fees not to exceed 33% of the Settlement Fund. If there are objections or comments, the Court will consider them at that time.  You or your lawyer may appear at the hearing at your expense. The hearing may be moved to a different date or time without additional notice. Check the Settlement Website or call 1-844-964-2884 for current information.

How Can I Get More Information?

This Notice summarizes the Settlement Agreement. You can get a copy of the Settlement Agreement, important Court documents, and more information about the settlement on www.InteriorMoldedDoorSettlement.com.

The parties’ class certification briefs and expert reports are currently under seal pending an appeal. These documents can be obtained by Settlement Class Members by contacting Settlement Class Counsel or the Settlement Administrator. The Protective Order is available on the Settlement Website. If and when these documents are unsealed, they will promptly be posted online on the Settlement Website.

You may write with questions to info@InteriorMoldedDoorSettlement.com or call the toll-free number, 1-844-964-2884. You should also register on the website to be directly notified of the terms of the Plan of Allocation of the Settlement Fund, how to file a claim form, and other information concerning this case.

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Nikola Details North American Fuel-Cell Vehicle Program

PHOENIX, Feb. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Nikola Corporation (NASDAQ: NKLA), a global leader in zero-emissions transportation and infrastructure solutions, announced today details about its North American hydrogen fuel-cell electric vehicle (FCEV) commercial truck program.

PHOENIX, Feb. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Nikola Corporation (NASDAQ: NKLA), a global leader in zero-emissions transportation and infrastructure solutions, announced today details about its North American hydrogen fuel-cell electric vehicle (FCEV) commercial truck program.

Following the launch of North American production of the Tre battery-electric vehicle (BEV), Nikola plans to introduce a FCEV variant of the Nikola Tre Cabover, and the long-range Nikola Two FCEV Sleeper targeting best-in-class efficiency for ranges between 300-900 miles in the North American market. 

«To expedite the transition to a carbon-free future, the trucking industry needs heavy-duty, zero-emission commercial vehicles engineered to match the weight and range capabilities of today’s diesel trucks. Nikola is excited to introduce additional detail about our portfolio of FCEV trucks and our continued commitment to sustainable commercial transportation,» said Nikola’s Global Head of FCEV Jason Roycht.

The Nikola portfolio includes trucks for the entire spectrum of commercial freight:

  • Metro/Regional—Nikola Tre BEV Cabover for trips up to 300 miles
  • Regional—Nikola Tre FCEV for longer-range needs of up to 500 miles and for fast fueling/quick turnaround needs
  • Long-Haul—Nikola Two FCEV Sleeper for longest-range missions up to 900 miles

NIKOLA TRE FCEV CABOVER

The Nikola Tre FCEV Cabover is targeted for distances up to 500 miles, and is expected to address the majority of the North American regional market, especially use cases where additional freight hauling capacity and quick fueling are required by fleet operators.

The Tre FCEV leverages the Tre BEV platform with hydrogen fuel-cell power, while being designed to improve aerodynamics and reduce total vehicle weight.

The first Tre FCEV prototype builds are scheduled to begin in Arizona and Ulm, Germany in Q2 2021, with testing and validation of the vehicles continuing into 2022, and production commencing planned for the second half of 2023.

NIKOLA TWO FCEV SLEEPER

The Nikola Two FCEV Sleeper is a long-haul freight solution with hydrogen capacity allowing a non-stop range of up to 900 miles.  The Two FCEV leverages the weight advantage of hydrogen in long-range, long-haul zero-emission commercial transportation. The Two FCEV will be based on a new chassis custom designed for North American long-haul routes and is anticipated to launch in late 2024.

NIKOLA FUEL-CELL AND HYDROGEN STORAGE SYSTEMS

The Nikola Tre and Nikola Two FCEVs are expected to utilize multiple common fuel-cell power modules and scalable hydrogen storage systems.  Both systems are currently in development and testing with industry leaders in collaboration with Nikola Engineering. The first Tre prototypes utilizing these systems are expected to begin road testing in 2022.

«Our plan is to enter the market in steps,» said Roycht. «We are building on the current Tre platform with the planned launch of our fuel-cell and hydrogen storage systems in 2023. These      systems are designed to be scalable in order to handle the greater power and longer-range requirements for long-haul, which allows for concurrent integration into the chassis design of the Nikola Two FCEV Sleeper. Utilizing common components and systems for hydrogen propulsion will support greater economies of scale and also allow Nikola to continuously expand and adapt our FCEV truck portfolio to address the diverse requirements of commercial trucking.»

ABOUT NIKOLA CORPORATION
Nikola Corporation is globally transforming the transportation industry. As a designer and manufacturer of zero-emission battery-electric and hydrogen-electric vehicles, electric vehicle drivetrains, vehicle components, energy storage systems, and hydrogen station infrastructure, Nikola is driven to revolutionize the economic and environmental impact of commerce as we know it today. Founded in 2015, Nikola Corporation is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona. For more information, visit www.nikolamotor.com or Twitter @nikolamotor.

FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS
Certain statements included in this press release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provisions under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements generally are accompanied by words such as «believe,» «may,» «will,» «estimate,» «continue,» «anticipate,» «intend,» «expect,» «should,» «would,» «plan,» «predict,» «potential,» «seem,» «seek,» «future,» «outlook,» and similar expressions that predict or indicate future events or trends or that are not statements of historical matters. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the need for and benefits of FCEV trucks  and hydrogen and fuel-cell technologies; the ability of the company to achieve economies of scale; and the expected timing, features and specifications of the company’s FCEV trucks.  These statements are based on various assumptions, whether or not identified in this press release, and on the current expectations of Nikola’s management and are not predictions of actual performance. Forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements, including but not limited to, design and manufacturing changes and delays; general economic, financial, legal, regulatory, political and business conditions and changes in domestic and foreign markets; the potential effects of COVID-19; the outcome of legal, regulatory and judicial proceedings to which Nikola is, or may become a party; demand for and customer acceptance of Nikola’s trucks; risks associated with development and testing of fuel cell power modules and hydrogen storage systems; the conversion of pre-orders into binding orders; risks related to the rollout of Nikola’s business and the timing of expected business milestones; the effects of competition on Nikola’s future business; the availability of capital; and the other risks detailed from time to time in Nikola’s reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2020 and other documents Nikola files with the SEC. If any of these risks materialize or our assumptions prove incorrect, actual results could differ materially from the results implied by these forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date hereof and Nikola specifically disclaims any obligation to update these forward-looking statements.

 

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Dr. Mirella De Civita, Founder of Grand Heron International joins Marshall Goldsmith 100 Coaches

MONTREAL, Feb. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Dr. Mirella De Civita was named as one of Marshall Goldsmith 100 Coaches (MG100 Coaches). MG100 Coaches represents a unique selection of talent including the world’s leading executive coaches, consultants, speakers, authors, iconic leaders, entrepreneurs, and non-profit leaders making an important impact in society worldwide.

Dr. De Civita was selected among a group of over 18,000…

MONTREAL, Feb. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Dr. Mirella De Civita was named as one of Marshall Goldsmith 100 Coaches (MG100 Coaches). MG100 Coaches represents a unique selection of talent including the world’s leading executive coaches, consultants, speakers, authors, iconic leaders, entrepreneurs, and non-profit leaders making an important impact in society worldwide.

Dr. De Civita was selected among a group of over 18,000 applicants, having demonstrated compassion and leadership in her field and the commitment to using her talents to make the world a better place. She joins the ranks of other highly esteemed leaders from Canada including Mitch Joel, President of Six Pixels Group; Neelam Verma, TV Presenter and Founder, Integrity Dating; and Darcy Verhun President of FYidoctors/Visique as well as USA-based leaders like Eddie Turner, Executive Coach and host of the Keep Leading!® Podcast, and CB Bowman, Founder & CEO of Workplace Equity & Equality, and the Association of Corporate Executive Coaches.

As a member of MG100, Dr. De Civita is committed to transforming lives and paying it forward alongside her peers. «I am humbled by the nomination to be part of MG100 and be among a cohort of incredibly generous, thoughtful, and influential leaders. My intent is to continue to lead with compassion and become a better version of myself for my team, my community, and the larger ecosystem,» said Dr. Mirella De Civita, Founder of Grand Heron International.

ABOUT MG100 COACHES

Created by Marshall Goldsmith, the #1 Executive Coach and #1 Leadership thinker, MG100 Coaches are highly accomplished and compassionate people, each one committed to using their talents to make good people and organizations better. 100 Coaches include some of the world’s most effective consultants in all areas of employee and customer growth and engagement.

To see the list of MG100 COACHES, please visit http://www.100coaches.com

ABOUT DR. MIRELLA DE CIVITA

Dr. Mirella De Civita holds a Ph.D. in Psychology from the Université de Montréal and a Postdoctoral Fellowship in Behavioral Medicine from McGill University. She is a Clinical Research Psychologist, an ICF-Professional Certified Coach, a Master Corporate Executive Coach, and a Certified Mentor Coach. Dr. De Civita is the Founder of Grand Heron International and the President of innovative management consulting firm Papillon MDC Inc. She has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals, appeared as a guest on several podcasts about coaching, leadership, and compassion, as well as written for various organizations including Forbes Coaches Council.

ABOUT GRAND HERON INTERNATIONAL

Grand Heron International Inc. (GHI) is an on-line, worldwide coaching firm that brings on-demand coaching to anyone, anywhere, anytime. Individuals and companies are supported by a diligently curated network of personal, career, and executive coaches who have made it their life mission to help individuals get unstuck, make decisions, and move forward with confidence, one conversation at a time. GHI was conceived with the intent of lifting society by liberating minds.

Learn more about Grand Heron International at http://www.grandheroninternational.ca

Find us on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/grand-heron-international/

Media Contact

Miranda Piccolino, Grand Heron International, +1 514-812-7955, miranda@ghi.email

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Kind of Wild Unveils its E-Commerce Platform – Organically Produced & Kindly Sourced

HEALDSBURG, Calif., Feb. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Kind of Wild is a new collection of global wine discoveries sourced from organic growers devoted to rewilding the planet. The DTC E-Commerce platform that will debut 6 distinctive wines made from organic grapes officially launched its crowd-funding campaign on IndieGoGo today. Kind of Wild was founded by Adam and Jordan Sager, brothers, bringing decades of combined experience from their family-owned wine import…

HEALDSBURG, Calif., Feb. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Kind of Wild is a new collection of global wine discoveries sourced from organic growers devoted to rewilding the planet. The DTC E-Commerce platform that will debut 6 distinctive wines made from organic grapes officially launched its crowd-funding campaign on IndieGoGo today. Kind of Wild was founded by Adam and Jordan Sager, brothers, bringing decades of combined experience from their family-owned wine import company Winesellers, Ltd.

Kind of Wild’s focus is to work with growers devoted to maintaining soil health and promoting soil regeneration, which is a positive solution for the climate crisis as healthy, living soils have a proven ability to sequester legacy carbons. It is an enormous win – kinder to the planet, leading to more choice in quality wines that are kindly sourced and kinder to the consumer.

What will Kind of Wild Offer?

  • Kind of Wild aims to introduce consumers to an experience of high quality and affordable wines made from organic grapes from exciting growing regions around the world. All wines are produced and labeled under the brand name Kind of Wild.
  • The subscription (Club Wild) will offer 6 wines from 6 different countries and rotate seasonally to replace existing selections with new discoveries (1 Rose, 2 Whites, 3 Reds). A-la-carte bottle sales will be available as well.
  • Club Wild will have no membership fees and can be cancelled anytime with-out penalty.
  • Kind of Wild will offer multiple options for consumers to tailor their wine subscription based on their likes and needs: 3 Bottle Option/ 6 Bottle Option / 12 Bottle Option (2 x 6), reds only, whites/rose only, etc.
  • Retail will start at $22 per bottle and have discounts for subscribers based on number of bottles purchased. Free shipping will be offered to subscribers on shipments of 6 bottles or more.
  • Each label will have its own unique, original illustration that will explore the positive association of humanity and nature. The imagery creates visual disruption and promotes a thought-provoking and kind-hearted response.
  • Kind of Wild is committed to offering wines that are vegan suitable. Addition-ally, all materials and dry goods have been selected based on eco-friendly criteria and minimizing impact.
  • Kind of Wild is partnering with two environmental foundations devoted to important missions – Kiss the Ground and Organic Farming Research Foundation.
  • No less than 1% of revenue will be donated to the environmental partner foundations. The Kind of Wild platform has a feature for consumers to also donate at checkout.

Kind of Wild will be available for pre-ordering via an IndieGoGo campaign with the release and ship date in early April.

Visit Kind of Wild Wine’s IndieGoGo page to support and pre-order, meet the creators, learn more about the foundations and the wines that will change the way consumers support our future through their wine purchases.

Kind of Wild Wines
Kind of Wild is a new DTC (direct-to-consumer) wine brand made from organic grapes with a custom e-commerce retail platform developed by Adam & Jordan Sager, brothers from Winesellers, Ltd., a forty-two-year-old wine importing and marketing company.

Shipments will initially be available to the following states, with the intention of more to follow: AZ, CA, CO, DC, FL, GA, IL, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, NC, NH, NV, NY, OH, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WA.

Media Contact

Todd Nelson, Kind of Wild Wines, +1 3092555317, info@kindofwildwines.com

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