text: Front Photos (5) Videos (2) View larger Polk Audio UltraFocus™ 8000 Noise-canceling headphones with built-in remote and in-line microphone Item #: 107UF8000 18 Reviews This item is no longer available. Original Price: $249.99 Shop all Headphones Need help? 1.888.955.6000 Email Chat Ask an expert advisor No pressure, no commission — just lots of good advice from our highly trained staff. Overview Reviews Details Accessories Articles & Videos by Dave Bar Less noise, more music The engineers at Polk Audio know great sound. They should, they've been building high-performance home and car speakers for demanding listeners for decades. Now they've taken that experience and expertise and created a headphone designed from the ground up to match the clarity and detail of their famous speakers. The Polk UltraFocus 8000 with active noise-canceling technology reproduces your music with audiophile-grade sound quality, while isolating you from the noisy environment around you. Enjoy a private concert in peace, without distractions from the outside world. Switch between your calls and music with ease The UltraFocus 8000's three-button remote and in-line microphone make it easy to answer and end calls, control the volume of your calls or music, and pause, play, or skip through your songs on your iPhone®, iPad® or iPod®. The controls are even built right into the earcup for convenient operation. For travel, the supplied airline adapter lets you easily plug in to in-flight entertainment. And a handy push-to-hear control lets you mute the audio and amplify outside sounds to carry on a conversation with those around you without removing your headphones. Engineered for durability and comfort Along with fantastic sound, a truly great headphone also must provide a comfortable and secure fit. The 8000's soft, generously padded earcups ensure hours of luxurious listening comfort. A lightweight carbon fiber headband insert provides added ruggedness while ensuring a snug-yet-gentle over-ear fit. And the ultra-flexible, ribbon-style cable helps avoid tangles. From the review Polk Audio UltraFocus 8000 noise-canceling headphones: Innovative extras give these headphones an advantage "The headphones' noise cancellation technology worked well, and the benefits of the extra processing features Polk built in were noticeable and appreciated. Whether you're flying across the country or just being a desk-jockey all day, the Polk Audio UltraFocus 8000 noise-canceling headphones can make the experience not just bearable, but enjoyable as well." — Ralph, Crutchfield Blog and Product Review editor Product Highlights:over-the-ear designclosed, padded earcups with adjustable headbandactive noise-canceling technology to reduce distracting external soundspush-to-hear ambient control lets you pause the noise-canceling feature for brief conversations without removing headphonesbuilt-in, three-button earcup controls and in-line microphone for hands-free use with iPod®, iPhone®, and iPad®40mm Polk Dynamic Balance® drivers for low-distortion and extended, full-range sound55" tangle-resistant oxygen-free copper headphone cablecarbon fiber headband provides a lightweight, secure and comfortable fitfrequency response: 8-28,000 Hzsensitivity: 110 dBimpedance: 32 ohmswarranty: 1 yearOur 60-day money-back guaranteeIncluded accessories:detachable headphone cord with in-line mic and miniplug connectorsfull-size headphone (1/4") and twin-plug airline system adaptersprotective carrying case and shirt cliptwo "AAA" batteries Polk Audio UltraFocus™ 8000 Reviews Average Customer Review: 18 reviews Review this product Submit a review and then enter to win a $350 rewards card Filter by rating: 5 Star: (0) 4 Star: (0) 3 Star: (0) 2 Star: (0) 1 Star: (0) Review this product: Thanks for taking the time to share your experiences about this product. 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Enter the URL of your YouTube™ video review or product demonstration. e.g., "http://www.youtube.com/v/o79TWHh598U" 500 characters left Pros 500 characters left Cons * Agree to Terms By checking this box you agree your review becomes the property of Crutchfield, that you are over 18 years of age, that you own or have owned this product, and that you are located within the United States or its territories. Please see our Review Guidelines for more information. We reserve the right (but are not obligated to) review all submissions and edit or remove any review in any manner which we deem necessary. Your review should be posted within seven days. Awesome Written By RS, Arizona on Friday, June 26, 2015 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) "Coolness Factor" Build Quality Comfort Noise Reduction Sound Quality Comfortable to wear and sound great. Polk delivers!! Pros: comfort and sound, noise canceling better than anticipate. Cons: No passive mode but knew that going in Was this review helpful? Yes No Excellent headphones Written By Garrett, Boston, MA on Thursday, June 25, 2015 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) "Coolness Factor" Build Quality Comfort Noise Reduction Sound Quality No longer must I be subjected to the inanity of the morning commute around me. These headphones not only sound excellent but I find myself enjoying my music more. I even find myself popping them on at night to chill out to. Super comfortable and most days I don't even hear the train coming. Pros: Great sound, comfortable. Cons: A bit big on my already huge dome. Worth it though. Was this review helpful? Yes No Polk Audio Ultrafocus 800 Written By KJJ, Charlton, MA on Tuesday, December 17, 2013 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) "Coolness Factor" Build Quality Comfort Noise Reduction Sound Quality I have 2 pair of Polk speakers and the headphones have the same high quality sound. The noise reduction seems to be on par with Bose that I have tried. With music playing I can't hear my wife's screeching bird so they should work well for someone who wants these for air travel. Pros: comfortable, great sound Cons: none 5 out of 5 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Polk UltraFocus 8000 vs PSB M4U2 Written By Brendan, NH on Thursday, April 04, 2013 "Coolness Factor" Build Quality Comfort Noise Reduction Sound Quality I have had the privilege to try the PSB headphones, the Bose headphones, and the Polk Audio headphones. I currently own the PSB headphones and the Polk Audio headphones. My favorite of the three is certainly the PSB's. For the Polk Audio headphones since this is supposed to be a review on them I would say come in a close second behind the PSB's. Polks headphones are very comfortable, have outstanding sound quality, and were well built. My only complaint with them is their looks and the strength of the noise cancellation. After a few hours of listening to them I start to develop a headache because the music almost sounds overbearing and slightly fake. The sound quality of these to me is a mix of Bose and Beats. They are very strong on the bass and have crystal clear highs (like beats) but at the same time provide a strong mid section (like Bose). These headphones are able to reach notes in most genres which makes these headphones a great fit for many people. In my PSB headphones I found that they are perfect for me. Their sound quality is by far the best in its class of 300-400 dollar headphones. I have heard headphones several hundred dollars more and they still can compete with them. Some people say that they are heavy (although this is true) I was looking for the best sounding headphones in my price range. It is very convenient to switch between amplified mode/noise-cancellation mode to a mode where you don't need batteries for the headphones to work as well. Pros: Polk provides superb sound quality, comfort, and adequate noise cancellation. Cons: Are not the most attractive, some people may find the sound quality annoying after hours of use, and the noise cancellation is on at all times. 11 out of 14 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Coolness Written By Jayjaye, San Diego, CA on Wednesday, March 27, 2013 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) "Coolness Factor" Build Quality Comfort Noise Reduction Sound Quality Received my ultrafocus 8000 earlier than expected delivery date. Put the batteries and started using them right away. At first there was some kind of electronic ticking noise coming from the right earphone which disappeared after a couple of songs. The sound quality is incredible. I heard details that I didn't know existed. Bass is amazing. I have Bose and Beats, Polk Audio Ultafocus 8000 in my opinion is better than them. Pros: Sound quality. Polk Audio shrunk down to headphone size. Cons: Plastic trim holding the head cushion pads. 3 out of 3 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Polk Sound Quality Written By Gary D, Boone, NC on Friday, March 15, 2013 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) "Coolness Factor" Build Quality Comfort Noise Reduction Sound Quality Quality sound is foremost with the UltraFocus 8000. Solid bass and clarity make all music more enjoyable. The headset is very good looking and should be cool for most. The build quality is excellant. I really like the control buttons on the side of the headset and the talk feature is great for travel. Comfort is good but may become less so if worn for a long time. Noise reduction is OK but I had hoped for better. Pros: Sound quality Quality build On-board controls Control features Good looks Cons: Noise reduction OK but could be better 4 out of 4 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Sound great but uncomfortable Written By Simple Man, Jowa on Monday, February 25, 2013 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) "Coolness Factor" Build Quality Comfort Noise Reduction Sound Quality This review is for the Polk Audio ULTRA FOCUS 8000. Other headphones I own are the Bose QuietComfort 2 and the Sennheiser HD-558. The Bose are great for travelling and the active noise cancelling really makes a difference on a plane. The HD-558's are extremely comfortable and sound great but they don't produce any bass to speak of. I wanted a closed headphones that produced some satisfying bass so I looked for an additional pair. I didn't buy these for the noise canceling feature but thought it wouldn't hurt. They sounded great and I really liked the bass. The bass was very satisfying and didn't infringe on the mids and highs. I like my music on the loud side and when connecting directly to an iDevice or a MacBook Air I had to turn the volume up all the way most of the time. For being a portable headphone this is an issue. I found them very uncomfortable though and had to send them back. They suffer the same flaw as many others. The ear pads do not fit around the ear so they sit on the ear and smash them against my head. They also have alot of clamping pressure which multiplies the level of discomfort. I will reiterate though that the sound quality was great. If Polk was to design a true full size headphone that was comfortable to wear for hours at a time I would be very interested. Pros: Sound great Cons: Very uncomfortable 4 out of 11 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Exceeded my expectations! Written By Cliff C, Pleasanton, CA on Sunday, February 10, 2013 "Coolness Factor" Build Quality Comfort Noise Reduction Sound Quality I tried numerous NC headphones and was just not satisfied enough to keep any until I tried these. Superb comfort, look great, small enough to travel with when in the case, and sound stellar! I have had the Bose QC3 and QC15, PSB M4U 2, Monster Inspirations. I do quite a bit of flying and these headphones cancel engine noise just as good if not better than the PSB's and Monsters. The Bose cancel the engine noise a little better but nothing to write home about. The sounds is very well balanced and articulate for the type of music I listen to, mostly rock/alternative/jazz. No overwhelming bass but not lacking either. The controls on the earpiece are very usable, especially the passthrough noise feature which allows you to hear outside noise very well without taking off the headphones. I really liked the PSB's I tried but I simply couldn't get past the bulkiness and they felt like they were constantly falling off my head. They sounded great but I actually prefer the Polk's to the PSB's even in the sound department. Close call but the Polk's just sound fabulous. I am really surprised these don't get more visibility. One other thing....I was very hesitant to spend this much money on a pair of NC headphones that required batteries to output sound (no passive feature). However, I took the plunge and haven't looked back. Highly recommend giving these a try! Pros: Comfort, Style, Usable Controls on Headset, Superb Sound! Cons: No passive mode (even though I would rarely use it anyway) 6 out of 6 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Excellent Headphones Written By JohnM, Woodbury, MN on Tuesday, January 01, 2013 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) "Coolness Factor" Build Quality Comfort Noise Reduction Sound Quality As others have stated, these headphones have excellent sound quality, and they are very comfortable. The noise reduction is decent, and I think they are comparable to my Bose QC15s. I highly recommend these headphones. Pros: Sound quality, comfort Cons: none 3 out of 4 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Awesome, hardly noise canceling Written By John W, Bozeman, MT on Thursday, September 06, 2012 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) "Coolness Factor" Build Quality Comfort Noise Reduction Sound Quality They do have some level of Noise Cancelation with a static hum when no music is played. In comparison to my high-end headphones, they don't noise cancel anything. But wait a sec, what happens if you run the Inception soundtrack through them? HOLY COW, I cannot believe headphones have drivers that throw like that! Once you are tuned into the most beautiful soundstage you have ever put onto your ears, I can guarantee you do not pickup on the outside world. Pros: Highs, Mids, Lows; you name it, these babies can produce it and in perfect balance Tight Bass YOU WON'T STOP SMILING Cons: Noise Cancelation 2 out of 5 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No can't replace Bose Written By Anonymous, Malvern, AR on Monday, August 27, 2012 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) "Coolness Factor" Build Quality Comfort Noise Reduction Sound Quality In an effort to replace the poor quality Bose quiet comfort 15 headphones I tried these Polk 8000. Much better build quality but can't say is that's true for long term use. Problem is the discomfort. They are heavy! Some people review that they are very comfortable. I think those people would feel comfortable with a 50 gal drum on their head as long as it was padded. I get a headache with the Polks within a few minutes due to the weight pressing down on my head. Bose will sit on the ears without the need for top bar sitting on your head. The Polks rely upon the top bar to hold the cups on your ears due to the weight. I find myself reaching for the Bose daily and letting the Polks just sit and collect dust. Pros: The ear cups adjust by pivoting which is nice for fit. Sound quality is equal to Bose and Klipsch. (ALL head phones sound better than Beats brand.) Build quality and design is nice. Cons: Too heavy. Pressure on top of head regardless of adjustment. 9 out of 35 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Great sounding headphones for the price! Written By RobP, NY on Wednesday, August 22, 2012 "Coolness Factor" Build Quality Comfort Noise Reduction Sound Quality I've tried beats and bose and I was very dissapointed with the Beats considering all the hype they have (plus the price is way high for what they are). The bose sounded okay, but I gave these a shot and these things have the best sound quality for this price range The noise reduction does its job and cancels out all constant drones and most other noises. The only time you can faintly here something is if you have nothing playing through the headphones. Usually if you're listening to something, you can't hear anything else but what you're listening unless someone comes up and is talking extremely loud or screaming right next to you. The build quality is very good and they look very slick. The buttons on the side are a big plus. just put your iphone in your pocket and play/pause, next song, volume up/down are right there on the side...and that nice little button that allows you to kick on the external mic to talk to other people who are trying to talk to you (aka bugging you) makes it so much easier than pausing the song and lifting the headphones off your head. Pros: sound quality, build quality, nice carrying case, detachable cable Cons: thicker cable, in-line mic would be nice 7 out of 7 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Best sound, compared to other NC and most wired to 1K Written By Chip B, Kingsport, TN on Wednesday, August 22, 2012 "Coolness Factor" Build Quality Comfort Noise Reduction Sound Quality I gave my Bose to my Daughter and compared though, and rate the NC of Bose at 78% and these at 65%; have now used these on 8 plane trip legs, and the NC is pretty decent. My opinion when comparing these to Beyer, Grado and Senns, the sound is equal, when compared to Bose, Parrot, MU 40, Beats, PSB, Able Planet, AT, Sony, the sound is way better; heard a hiss from electronics one time in a Hotel that was obviously a feedback, but otherwise none. Pros: Excellent Build, Fit, Finish. Ear-cups are removable and replaceable. Very comfortable, stay on with various head movements without difficulty. Great cord, doesn't tangle, and great quality. Strong case, protect well and convenient with travel. Cons: None 8 out of 8 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Bad headphones Written By KenL, Bethesda, MD on Saturday, July 28, 2012 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) "Coolness Factor" Build Quality Comfort Noise Reduction Sound Quality Don't buy these headphones. I love polk speakers and buy these phones thinking they would be the same combination of value/sound quality that make the polk speakers such a good buy. Stick with the speakers. I have several other pair of noise cancelling headphones at the same price level or lower and the these polks have the worst sound quality of all of them. In fact, the sound quality of the sport headphones produce better sound than the noise cancelling phones. Big dissapointment. Pros: None Cons: Overpriced, bad sound 4 out of 72 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Awesome sound quality Written By Terry, Waynesboro, MS on Saturday, July 14, 2012 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) "Coolness Factor" Build Quality Comfort Noise Reduction Sound Quality These are some awesome cans I tried Bose and souls before these neither can compare to these I really liked these better everything compared to Bose and souls the souls come close but Polk has more clarity for all types of music other cans I've tried come up short when not playing digital music but not Polk they sound great Pros: Sound Quality Cons: None 6 out of 6 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No EXCELLENT SOUND AND EXCELLENT COMFORT Written By DAVID, CALIFORNIA on Saturday, July 07, 2012 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) "Coolness Factor" Build Quality Comfort Noise Reduction Sound Quality Amazing headphones,excellent sound quality(highs,mids,bass,high fidelity),you can hear every detail of music clearly,low or high volume they sound great,very,very comfortable,every day I listen about 3 hours of music and sometimes I just forget I got them on top of my head.Battery life is great,very easy to remove and install the batteries(just a quick twist with two fiingers to remove the cover), the earcup controls works great and are very convenient,I don't have to remove them when somebody wants to talk to me, I just press a bottom on the earcup and I can hear conversations perfectly.The noise reduction works very well, you hardly hear any outside noise( of course, if you use them next to a turned on blender,you're going to still listen to the blender's motor ;), just not as loud ).The build quality is excellent and the design of this headphones is very,very nice,they look nice and sound great. Pros: Sound quality,comfort,built quality. Cons: Nothing,nada,0. 14 out of 14 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Pleasantly surprised Written By billyp7718, philadelphia pa on Monday, July 02, 2012 "Coolness Factor" Build Quality Comfort Noise Reduction Sound Quality I was looking to replace my Bose QC15 (since they had gotten damaged) with something a bit different. I was never really satisfied with the sound quality of the Bose compared to my Grado or Sennheiser cans so I thought I would give these a try. The Polk headphones not only sound better, but are better built than the Bose. There still is a slight tradeoff of sound quality as compared to my higher end, purpose built cans BUT these will be my mainstay for air and train travel! Pros: Sound quality, build quality, comfort Cons: noise reduction could be a tad bit better 12 out of 12 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No wasn't entirely satisfied Written By rob, barrington rhode island on Thursday, May 17, 2012 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) "Coolness Factor" Build Quality Comfort Noise Reduction Sound Quality I have tinnitus and am a landscaper. I wanted noise cancelling headphones for mowing, trimming hedges... I wear Bose AE 2s now. I got the Polks. Note... They do not work unless switched on and they are in noise cancelling mode all the time. The noise cancelling only works for low frequencies and not completely. Definitely not going to make the lawn mower quiet. I listen to soft music and there is a high pitched hum from the noise cancelling. I was not impressed at all with the audio quality at low volume. Mostly mid range. Very little bass. They made James Taylor sould like a bit like a squirrel. My Bose are much brighter and have better base. I bought another very high quality set of Sennheiser noise cancelling headphones that were the same. I think audio quality may be a trade off for the noise cancelling features. I'm trying the PSB's and that's it. Giving up after that if not impressed. Another thing I might add. I had a hard time twisting the battery cover back on, and in the process twisted off and dropped the ear pad. I expected a lot more for the price. I keep headphones on a good portion of the day with low music, white noise, nature sounds... so I don't have to listen to my ears ring. I am distracted by background noises so I thought these would be the ticket, but not for me. Pros: they look solid, well built and are comfortable. They also sound good with the volume turned up. The noise cancelling works. You definitely notice the low frequencies drop off when you switch them on. I just can't listen to loud music and wanted more fidelity out of them. Cons: I did not like the range of the headphones at low volume. I also didn't like the hum of the noise cancelling circuitry and the battery cover. I could never justify the price when I have cheaper headphones that sound better. I'm going to try the PSB's though before I'm done. 10 out of 54 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Hands-on research Features and specs chart | What's in the box? | In-depth notes What's in the box? Download owner's manual Noise cancelling over-the-ear headphones 55" Detachable headphone cable (with a straight 2.5mm connector on one end and a right-angle 3.5mm connector on other end) 6.5" Mobile phone adapter (2.5mm-to-3.5mm) 7" Skype adapter (1 female 3.5mm/2 male 3.5mm)Airplane adapter External attenuator adapter Clothing clip Owner's Manual (En/Sp) Quick Fit Guide Online Product Registration Features and Specs General Fit Style Over-the-ear Earcup Type Closed Noise-canceling Yes Bluetooth No Frequency Response 8-28k Hz Sensitivity 110 dB Impedance 32 Ohms Weight N/A ounces Cord Length 55" Airline Adapter Included Yes iPod Control Yes Volume Control Yes Built-in Microphone Yes Parts Warranty 1 Year Labor Warranty 1 Year Product Research Features Active Dynamic Balance Drivers: Dynamic Balance is Polk Audio's patented advanced analysis of a speaker's entire electro-acoustic and mechanical system. It helps Polk to select better materials and more efficient geometry. With deep analysis, Polk engineers can pinpoint and eliminate things that reduce performance before they become a part of the finished product. The miniature polymer drivers in UltraFocus Series headphones are specially tuned to produce a flat, uncolored frequency response. This true transparency reveals a wide dynamic range, with sharp details, and no hint of strain. The UltraFocus 8000 employs Active Dynamic Balance drivers made of lightweight, durable PET material, in a sealed micro-enclosure, tuned and fitted to eliminate resonances with optimized damping. Active Dynamic Balance technology is an exclusive combination of ANC (Active Noise Cancelling) and Polk's patented Dynamic Balance material tuning process. Optimized Active Noise Canceling: Active Noise Canceling technology uses sophisticated audio algorithms to silence distracting outside noise. Polk goes one step further with UltraFocus headphones. They use Optimized Active Tuning to work in tandem with the ANC technology, enhancing audio performance beyond that of ordinary headphones. Whether you're traveling by airplane, train, or bus; walking along a busy street; or working out in the gym Polk's new UltraFocus Active Noise Canceling Headphones give you a refuge from all the noise. They deliver the kind of audio performance you expect from a home audio system; expansive, detailed, engrossing, with deep bass response. Polk ANC technology is capable of up to 15dB of extraneous noise cancellation. Push-to-Hear Ambient Control: You can instantly mute audio and amplify outside sounds so you can experience the outside world without removing the headphones. The "Push-to-Hear Ambient Control" is found on the Right ear-cup. 3-Button Remote Control + Mic: The UltraFocus 8000 features a 3-button remote & microphone (located on the Right ear-cup) so you can use your iPod, iPhone, or iPad on the go with in-line controls. The integrated remote lets you initiate play/pause, change tracks, adjust volume, or take a call (iPhone only) without ever touching your player. The built-in microphone supports both voice control (for iPod/iPhone/iPad) and hands-free communication (iPhone only). The UltraFocus 8000 is "Made for iPod/iPhone/iPad" compatible and supports the following models and functions (as of 8/14/2012). iPod Model Generation Tested Version Audio Output Integrated Remote Built-in Mic 3.5mm Connector Audio Playback Playback Controls Answer/End Call Voice Control Hands-Free Communication Shuffle 1st n/a Y Y N N N N 2nd n/a Y Y N N N N 3rd n/a Y Y Y N N N 4th n/a Y Y Y N N N dock connector 3rd 2.0.2 Y Y N N N N clickwheel color 4th 3.1.1 Y Y N N N N mini 1st 1.4.1 Y Y N N N N 2nd 1.4.1 Y Y N N N N video 5th 1.3 Y Y N N N N classic 80GB 1.1.2 Y Y N N N N 120GB 2.0.1 Y Y Y N Y N 160GB 2.0.4 Y Y Y N Y N nano 1st 1.3.1 Y Y N N N N 2nd 1.1.3 Y Y N N N N 3rd 1.1.3 Y Y N N N N 4th 1.0.4 Y Y Y N Y N 5th 1.0.2 Y Y Y N Y N 6th 1.1 PC Y Y Y N Y N touch 1st 2.2.1 Y Y N N N N 2nd 4.2.1 Y Y Y N Y N 3rd 5.1.1 Y Y Y N Y N 4th 5.1.1 Y Y Y N Y N iPhone 2G 3.1.3 Y Y N N N N 3G 4.2.1 Y Y N N N N 3GS 4.3.5 Y Y Y Y Y Y 4 5.1.1 Y Y Y Y Y Y 4S 5.1.1 Y Y Y Y Y Y iPhone 1 5.1.1 Y Y Y N Y N 2 5.1.1 Y Y Y N Y N Note: Apple iPod/iPhone software updates may change functionality results. If you download a newer software version, you may need to reset your iPod/iPhone to regain functionality. If this doesn't work, you may need to wait until a newer software update is available. Battery Powered: Two AAA batteries (included) provide between 40-60 hours of listening time. The batteries are inserted into the Left ear-cup. Over-the-Ear Cushioned Ear Cups: The UltraFocus 8000 headphones features soft-cushioned over-the-ear pads with a soft-cushioned adjustable headband for comfortable listening. Detachable 55" Headphone Cable: One cable, rather than two, connects directly to the UltraFocus 8000 headphones. One detachable cable connection means less tangle and less hassle. The detachable 55" headphone cable features a tangle-free planar design and StrainGuard technology. The detachable headphone cable plugs into the Left ear cup. Ultra Flexible, Tangle-Free Planar Audio Cable Design: Standard round headphone cables always coil up and twist; and are a constant source of annoyance, because they get in the way of your workout. Eventually repetitive twisting means the cable will break or pull out at the end. The cable's planar design (with oxygen-free wire for better conductivity) completely eliminates coiling, so the headphone cables won't tangle up during a workout, or when stored away. The planar design also eliminates micro-phonics, the tendency of an electronic device to turn a mechanical vibration into "noise," which you would hear, in this case, through the headphones. StrainGuard Technology: Headphones get a lot of abuse. The UltraFocus Headphones have been designed with this in mind. StrainGuard is a protective system that addresses the areas where many headphones fail most often. A Kevlar core that houses the speaker wire provides extra tensile strength to prevent the wire from being pulled apart at common failure points. The other points of common failure in headphones are at transitional points between cable lengths and at connection points. In the UltraFocus Series, all transitional connections are computer designed to strengthen the points where they fail most. Connectors & Adapters: The UltraFocus Series headphones employ a gold-plated 3.5mm connector and come with a 1/4" adapter. A 2.5mm adapter is also included for select mobile devices, such as Nokia. In addition, a Skype adapter is included. There is an airplane adaptor included to use during your next flight. Carrying Case: The Polk UF8000 comes with a convenient travel case for storage and transportation. Our Product Research Team At Crutchfield, you'll get detailed, accurate information that's hard to find elsewhere. That's because we have our own in-house Product Research team. They verify what's in the box, check the owner's manual, and record dimensions, features and specs. We stay on top of new products and technologies to help people make informed choices. Sorry, the Polk Audio UltraFocus™ 8000 is discontinued. You can still buy this product from our Outlet Store Polk Audio UltraFocus™ 8000 (Scratch & Dent) 18 Reviews $212.49 Shop all All Headphones Or, you can still... Write a review Purchase accessories for this product Download the product manual Search the website Go


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Can I substitute a small amount of say, hot english mustard for Dijon, or is there some other alternative. (Of course I will get some soon, but right now i have none, and was wondering if i can make do with something else)
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Dijon has a strong taste from the liquid they use in it (it's not quite vinegar, not quite wine). I'd probably try a blend of some other mustard + a little white wine vinegar (not white vinegar; white wine vinegar) or champaigne vinegar or apple cider vinegar. (Maybe even a dry white wine, if you have that on hand).
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List of all Substitutes for Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (18 pp, 150K, About PDF)
Environmental, Health, and Flammability Info on Substitutes for HCFC-22 and 142b (10 pp, 37K, About PDF)
Refrigeration and air conditioning end-uses typically use a refrigerant in a vapor compression cycle to cool and/or dehumidify a substances or space, like a refrigerator cabinet, room, office building, or warehouse.
End Uses
- Chillers typically cool water, which is then circulated to provide comfort cooling throughout a building or other location. Chillers can be classified by compressor type, including centrifugal, reciprocating, scroll, screw, and rotary. SNAP has identified substitutes for CFC-11, CFC-12, CFC-113, CFC-114, R-13B1, HCFC-22, R-500 and other ODSs. Chillers used to cool industrial processes are discussed under Industrial process refrigeration systems.
- Industrial process refrigeration systems cool process streams in industrial applications. The choice of substitute for specific applications depends on ambient and required operating temperatures and pressures. SNAP has identified substitutes for CFC-11, CFC-12, HCFC-22 and other ODSs.
- Ice skating rinks frequently use secondary refrigeration loops. They are used by the general public for recreational purposes. SNAP has identified substitutes for CFC-12, HCFC-22, R-502 and other ODSs.
- Industrial process air conditioning is distinct from commercial and residential air conditioning. It is often used when ambient temperatures near 200 degrees Fahrenheit (93 degrees Celsius) and corrosive conditions exist. Units in this end-use provide comfort cooling for operators and protect process equipment. SNAP has identified substitutes for CFC-12, CFC-114 and other ODSs.
- Cold storage warehouses are used to store meat, produce, dairy products and other perishable goods. The majority of cold storage warehouses in the United States use ammonia as the refrigerant in a vapor compression cycle, although some rely on other refrigerants. SNAP has identified substitutes for CFC-12, HCFC-22, R-502, and other ODSs.
- Refrigerated transport moves products from one place to another while maintaining necessary temperatures, and include refrigerated ship holds, truck trailers, railway freight cars, and other shipping containers. SNAP has identified substitutes for CFC-12, R-502 and other ODSs.
- Retail Food Refrigeration includes all cold storage cases designed to chill food for commercial sale. In addition to grocery cases, the end-use includes convenience store reach-in cases and restaurant walk-in refrigerators. Icemakers in these locations are discussed under commercial ice machines. SNAP has identified substitutes for CFC-12, HCFC-22, R-502 and other ODSs.
- Vending machines are self-contained units which dispense goods that must be kept cold or frozen. SNAP has identified substitutes for CFC-12, R-502 and other ODSs.
- Water coolers are self-contained units providing chilled water for drinking. They may or may not feature detachable containers of water. SNAP has identified substitutes for CFC-12, R-502 and other ODSs.
- Commercial ice machines are used in commercial establishments to produce ice for consumer use, e.g., in hotels, restaurants, and convenience stores. SNAP has identified substitutes for CFC-12, R-502 and other ODSs.
- Household refrigerators and freezers are intended primarily for residential use, although they may be used outside the home. Household freezers only offer storage space at freezing temperatures, unlike household refrigerators. Products with both a refrigerator and freezer in a single unit are most common. SNAP has identified substitutes for CFC-12, R-502 and other ODSs.
- Residential dehumidifiers are primarily used to remove water vapor from ambient air for comfort or material preservation purposes. While air conditioning systems often combine cooling and dehumidification, this application serves only the latter purpose. SNAP has identified substitutes for CFC-12, HCFC-22 and other ODSs.
- Motor vehicle air conditioning systems, or MVACS, provide comfort cooling for passengers in cars, buses, planes, trains, and other forms of transportation. MVACS pose risks related to widely varying ambient conditions, accidents, and the location of the evaporator inside the passenger compartment. Given the large number of cars in the nation's fleet, and the variety of designs, new substitutes must be used in accordance with established retrofit procedures. Flammability is a concern in all applications, but the conditions of use and the potential for accidents in this end-use increase the likelihood of a fire. In addition, the number of car owners who perform their own routine maintenance means that more people will be exposed to potential hazards. SNAP has identified substitutes for CFC-12 and HCFC-22.
- Residential and light commercial air conditioning and heat pumps includes central air conditioners (unitary equipment), window air conditioners, and other products. HCFC-22, a class II substance, is the most common refrigerant for this application. SNAP has identified substitutes for HCFC-22 and other ODSs.
- Heat transfer includes all cooling systems that rely on convection to remove heat from an area, rather than relying on mechanical refrigeration. There are, generally speaking, two types of systems: Systems with fluid pumps, referred to as recirculating coolers, and those that rely on natural convection currents, referred to as thermosiphons. SNAP has identified substitutes for CFC-11, CFC-12, CFC-113, CFC-114, CFC-115 and other ODSs.
- Very Low Temperature Refrigeration systems require maintaining temperatures in the vicinity of -80 degrees F (-62 degrees C) or lower. Examples include medical freezers and freeze-dryers, which generally require extremely reliable refrigeration cycles to maintain low temperatures and must meet stringent technical standards that do not normally apply to refrigeration systems. SNAP has identified substitutes for CFC-13, R-13B1 (Halon 1301), R-503 and other ODSs.
Note about Alternative Refrigerants Containing HCFC-22 or HCFC-142b
As of January 1, 2010, virgin HCFC-22, HCFC-142b and blends containing HCFC-22 or HCFC-142b may only be used to service existing appliances. Consequently, virgin HCFC-22, HCFC-142b and blends containing HCFC-22 or HCFC-142b may not be used to manufacture new pre-charged appliances or appliance components or to charge new appliances assembled onsite. For further information on the phasedown of HCFC-22 and HCFC-142b, see http://www.epa.gov/ozone/title6/phaseout/rulesoverview.html
- General Questions and Answers
- What You Should Know about Refrigerants When Purchasing or Repairing a Residential A/C System or Heat Pump
- ASHRAE Journal Article about Refrigerant Safety
- Compositions of Refrigerant Blends
- Publications regarding Motor Vehicle Air Conditioning and Alternatives
- Safety warning about R-22a flammable refrigerant
- EPA Warns Against Use of Refrigerant Substitutes that Pose Fire and Explosion Risk (7/1/2013)


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|Command line tool to update some program update files by the version of the respective program.
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I'm afraid I'm too lacy this year to do much spare time coding. Nevertheless, I've made a tool last year which might or might not proof useful for one or the other fellow coder and which I'd like to offer for this year's NANY. Some remarks: First, it's a tool made for programmers, i.e. SW end users probably won't have much use for it. Second, it's a tool that solves a problem which probably most programmers have already solved for themselves, one way or the other. And finally, I could well imagine that some other (and better) tool already exists to solve this same problem.
So here I present UpdateVersion!
UpdateVersion is a command line tool that can update some target files containing version information with the actual version information extracted from some source file. It is implemented with some flexibility and extensibility in mind.
Currently supported sources are:
- EXEs containing a version information resource
- FARR plugins
- text files (via regular expressions)
Currently supported targets are:
- PAD files
- .dcupdate files
- versioninfo.xml files
- InnoSetup .iss files
The way I use the tool is in combination with a batch file:
@ECHO off
SET SevenZipPath="C:\Program Files\7-Zip\7z.exe"
SET InnoSetupPath="C:\Program Files\Inno Setup 5\ISCC.exe"
-s %PHI_PROJECTS%\FarrMilk\Deploy\FarrMilk.dll
-t %PHI_PROJECTS%\FarrMilk\Deploy\FarrMilk.dcupdate
-t %PHI_PROJECTS%\FarrMilk\Package\versioninfo.xml
-t %PHI_PROJECTS%\FarrMilk\Package\FarrMilk.iss
%SevenZipPath% a Output\FarrMilk.zip %PHI_PROJECTS%\FarrMilk\Deploy\*.* -r -xr!.svn -tzip
%InnoSetupPath% FarrMilk.iss
Executing that batch file will first update the two files required by DCUpdater using version information extracted directly from the plugin. It will then zip everything up ready to be uploaded to the web site.
While updating these two files is not very difficult, the advantage of the tool comes when you either do it very often (saves time), or when you do it very rarely (and have forgotten what you actually have to change).
Description says it all really.
Planned Features
I'm open for suggestions.
Will come but will be very boring!
No installation required, just copy the .EXE and .XML to some directory.
Using the Application
See Closing remarks.
Delete the directory where the .EXE and .XML file are.
Known Issues
None that I know of.
Closing remarks
I understand that this tool is of very limited value to most of the donationcoder community. Nevertheless, I'll make the following pledge:
If a single person states here that he might maybe have use for the tool, I'll actually add some documentation to it And of course I'm also open for feature requests if anyone should have some similar requirements.


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An indispensable tool for analyzing literacy skills and setting specific targets for learning for your kindergartners through third graders. You'll discover what abilities and understandings K–3 students can be expected to have about the print–sound code, comprehension, reading and writing habits, written genres, and language use and conventions.
Along with thoughtful commentary and suggestions for instruction, the book and companion DVD include dozens of examples of children's writing, samples of oral reading, and videos of children discussing books and following written directions. Drawn from real classrooms, these work samples show just what makes for competent performance in kindergarten through third grade.
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Blame it on laundry day, a slow start to the morning, or the fact that our ratty sweatshirts just look so comfortable, but every once in awhile, there's sometimes a little disconnect between the personal style we think to have and the actual personal style we're projecting. However, for two times during the year, we make sure that we do our laundry way in advance, order a double espresso with our breakfast sandwich, and keep our loungewear at arm's length. During Fashion Week, we go hard.
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So what's the state of the animation industry nowadays?
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So what's the state of the animation industry nowadays?
It's been a while since I checked in to see what's been going on with the animation industry.
After all the turmoil of the past 12 years or so I'm wondering if things have settled down to a more prosperous industry. How are the animators doing? Are there still opportunities for people going to school, new projects on the silver screen, the web, television?
Re: So what's the state of the animation industry nowadays?
Hey Greg. Good seeing you here. Hope everything is going well.
From what I can tell things are pretty busy for just about everyone I know. Friends who were having a tough go of it over the past couple of years are working and prospering and seem to be happy. There appears to be stability in an expanding biz.
One troublesome area is the situation with Digital Domain's Florida studio which had to close down and layoff around 300 artists. That's not because of a slowdown in the industry. It's due to a mismanaged situation.
An area of growth is in the number of independent projects that are happening fueled by the crowdfunding phenom. Kickstarter and Indiegogo among other sites are making a big difference in independent activity.
From my vantage point I'm getting a steady stream of new students to my program along with a lot of students that stay once they enroll and finish their foundation class. I'm making plans to expand as well.
Everyone is doing their thing more or less. Not hearing much complaining. Huge amount of excellent content being generated worldwide. My take on the state of the industry broadly speaking is that we're in a good period.
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Re: So what's the state of the animation industry nowadays?
I'd have to agree with you Charles.
Especially with the advancement of the crowdfunding craze. I'd written an ebook about it as I was asked by the owners of GoFundMe.com to help out with their affiliate program. They allow for people to to crowdfund for medical needs like money for operations. We've been sending people who need the latest stem cell treatments to them. Just found out the other day that baseball legend Gail Cogdill is on GoFundMe to raise money for his stem cell treatments. Good news.
I'm not in California anymore. Had to split. Back to doing comics and after seeing what has happened in the animation industry over the past 12 years I'm glad to have had something to do with its betterment thanks to you and AN.
Re: So what's the state of the animation industry nowadays?
Good luck Greg! Wishing you the best in everything you're doing. To say that I appreciate your involvement with AN over the years is an understatement. You hung in there through thick and thin. Thanks brother. Hope you'll continue to stay involved on the forums and stop by to say hello and share your thoughts and info. Keep us updated on what you're doing.
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"June 1st was a special day for the 31st member of the Rush family," said the Technical Director of the Mississippi Rush, Kenny White.
On Sunday, June 1st the former Chicago Fire Juniors of Mississippi soccer club officially became the 31st Rush club in the United States. In grand fashion Mississippi Rush added to the continued excellence of Rush Soccer by capturing Mississippi State Cup titles in six of the eight age groups they had entered.
The Mississippi Rush looks forward to the U13 Girls, U14 Girls, U15 Girls, U15 Boys, U17 Boys, U18 Boys, and the U19 Girls representing Rush Soccer at the USYSA Region III Championships in Baton Rouge, LA. June 20-26.
In addition to continuing its winning ways throughout the state of Mississippi, the Mississippi Rush brought home eight championships regionally in the U.S. Club Soccer - Gulf States Premier League. The Mississippi Rush U13 Boys, U14 Boys, U15 Boys, U17 Boys, U13 Girls, U14 Girls, U16 Girls, and the U18 Girls will compete for U.S. Club's National Championships in the National Premier League Finals later this summer in Greensboro, N.C.
From Mississippi Rush Technical Director, Kenny White, "Congratulations to the players and parents of Mississippi Rush for their six State Cup wins and eight Gulf States Premier League champions! We are extremely proud of the accomplishments of our club and the opportunity to represent the Rush Nation at the USYSA Region III Championships with 7 teams and the US Club Soccer NPL National Championship with 8 teams! What a great way to kick off a great relationship!"


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With aspirations of becoming a hotshot guitar slinger, Goh Nakamura attended the prestigious Berklee College of Music in the 1990's, studying Charlie Parker and Bach while most of the world listened to Nirvana and Pearl Jam. Countless nights of stressful bar-tending spun quiet acoustic sessions inspired by the lyrical artistry of songwriters like Elliott Smith, Bob Dylan and Elvis Costello helped Goh develop his knack for writing dreamy Beatles-esque folk pop numbers.
While making a name for himself playing small clubs in San Francisco's singer/songwriter scene, Goh wrote and recorded his first album, "Daylight Savings." He hustled the home-burned CDs out of a suitcase until his break-through came in 2007 when his video for "Embarcadero Blues" was featured on YouTube's front page, racking up over a million views in its first few weeks and earning him an immense international fan base. This led to Goh's music being featured prominently in films such as Ridley Scott's A GOOD YEAR, AMERICAN GANGSTER, and BODY OF LIES. The title track of "Daylight Savings" was also included on the soundtrack to the Robert Benton film FEAST OF LOVE starring Morgan Freeman and Greg Kinnear.
Goh's acting career took off when he was cast to star as a fictional version of himself in Dave Boyle's feature film SURROGATE VALENTINE. The film premiered at the 2011 SXSW Film Festival, garnering critical acclaim and moving on to the Dallas International Film Festival where Goh took home the Special Jury Prize for acting.
Currently, Goh is traveling the film festival circuit with his third album, "Motion from the Music Picture" and his second film DAYLIGHT SAVINGS, which is the sequel to SURROGATE VALENTINE.
For more info, contact: goh at gohnakamura.com.
It's a coincidence of course, but Goh Nakamura's tunes orbit the same sphere as a triumvirate of "E" songwriters: Elliot Smith, Elvis Costello, and Evan Dando. And while we bandy about the alliterations let's include: Ken Stringfellow, Matthew Sweet, and Ron Sexsmith. Also: "smart," "soaring" (as in melodies), and "significant" (as in talent). His videos have been viewed over a million times on YouTube, which, in our hypervirile economy, wouldn't impress necessarily after all, this is the same site that brought instant fame to a Britney Spears apologist who gives histrionic dispatches from beneath his blankie. The difference is Nakamura is not a fleeting flavor: Ulysses (self-released) has wings.
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"Listening to Goh Nakamura is like falling in love for the first time. It's bemusing, sweet, and a little clumsy in moments, but pricelessly charming in spite of itself. You hope it never ends. Nakamura, a Bay Area native, successfully marries earnest and bemusing lyrics with catchy refrains and solid guitar melodies, without delving into cloying sentimentality or heavy theatrics."
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"S.F. crooner, Goh Nakamura, has been stewing up a bittersweet collection of musical confections to delight a loyal following every other Tuesday night at Ireland's 32. His self described 'Dreamsicle pop' has sophisticated influences the likes of American literature, Chopin, and the Beatles. His new album Daylight Savings features salty, sweet melodies about love, meter maids and the Embarcadero blues. Meet Goh Nakamura."
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"This is the debut release for Bay Area troubadour Goh Nakamura. He draws from the no frills, sensitive singer/songwriter inkwell...' ultra heartfelt and barebones, much like that of Elliott Smith's early albums. The ache is palpable in each of the eleven songs on Daylight Savings. Impressive."
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vertical farming for feeding the world of the 21st century
By the year 2050, nearly 80% of the earth's population will reside in urban centers. Applying the most conservative estimates to current demographic trends, the human population will increase by about 3 billion people during the interim. An estimated 109 hectares of new land (about 20% more land than is represented by the country of Brazil) will be needed to grow enough food to feed them, if traditional farming practices continue as they are practiced today. At present, throughout the world, over 80% of the land that is suitable for raising crops is in use (sources: FAO and NASA). Historically, some 15% of that has been laid waste by poor management practices. What can be done to avoid this impending disaster? the solution is a very nice idea worth spreading.... I would like to have a TED Talk on this...
Apr 14 2011: Jason Aramburu's work with charcoal is already helping those living in hunger community by community to have higher healthier yields in less growing space and building the soils ability to renew itself .http://www.ted.com/conversations/1601/burying_charcoal_to_improve_cr.htm . Jasons tecnology could also help improve yields in urban areas among the growing number of urban farmers like the South Bronx Urban Farmer's coalition. I agree with you that vertical growing, not necessarily hydroponic is also promising and interesting as a source of locally grown food for urban areas and that there are many models to look at.You are right that as a global community we need to get higher healthier yields worldwide without chemicals and pesticides that harm the environment.I agree with the Christopher Sceidler, below, that we are not doing a very good job of getting food already available in surplus to those who need it but I also beleieve that sound international policy should look towards locally grown and organic even for urban areas. I hope those with expertise will join you in this important conversation and perhaps point all of us towards existing models and emerging technology..
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Apr 14 2011: Hi Claudia, even without the projections, I do believe that every country or large region should be able to feed itself. As such, I support farming which serves a local or regional area. The idea of vertical farming or greenhouse farming in general seems practical. There have been technological developments which seem to make this feasible even in cold climates. Year round solar greenhouses are used in cold (but sunny) regions of China and even Nepal. The University of Manitoba has been testing them (one of the places in Canada with the most sunshine). Supplemental energy could come from geothermal or wind sources. I think it is all feasible but are the moment we are bit complacent with the status quo.
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There are also other developments which combine aquaculture and hydroponics in a closed system whereby the nutrient filled waste from the fishponds fertilizes the plants which biologically filter the waste and the water is recirculated to the ponds. Hints of our farms of the future, maybe.
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Apr 14 2011: There is currently an excess of food produced in the world, it is just a problem of maldistribution. There is little sense in developing new farming methods when we can't fairly share what we already have.
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With that said- I do like the idea of urban farming, though I am a little skeptical of these vertical farms. Food is not fit for factories, industrializing food (like a food tower) seems to be a step in the wrong direction. Vertical farms are putting all your eggs in one basket, I like the idea of urban farming that is spread atop buildings and community parks.Apr 13 2011: Does anyone ever come here and read the propositions that people are making... anyone that has a power to take them where they're supposed to go and make them happen? I wonder..Apr 18 2011: This seems like a great idea but I have to ask a sincere if naive question. Wouldn't getting sufficient sunlight be a big problem due to shadow from the plants above? Would vertical gardening be done on the side of buildings?
Apr 19 2011: I Installed a Vertical Growing system at Paignton Zoo ( UK ) for growing salads for the animals that works fine with no lighting, But if done as a commercial venture then we would have a light tunnel for the plants to pass through. In commercial horticulture there are growers who grow crops vertically and by this I mean salad crops such as Lettuce, Pac-Choi and herbs ,. What is often called Vertical growing is crops such as Tomatoes, Cucumbers Peppers ect. Vertical growing on the side of buildings is called living walls, if you grow lettuce herbs ect on these then yes they will grow but for them to be supplied to major outlets in the UK the specifacation would not be upto standard. This would be because the plants would grow out and then uptowards the light and then have a bend on them, Stupid I know but the UK are the worst in the world for doing as we are told even if others do it better. As mentioned I do Vertical growing systems and in the UK there is no help but in the other parts of the world there is grants and help for this .
Apr 19 2011: Thank you Grahame for your response to me. Is this concept primarily for the big grower or are people advocating it for feeding large populations in places like China or India where there is substantial urbanization and the costs for transporting greens into the cities is prohibitive?
Apr 19 2011: I have developed a system that is based on a commercial growing facility but can be scaled from a container size upto as large as you want , Height wise we can go to 6 meters higher if needed but I would not reccommend it., But trying to get funding is hard and it upsets me when I see millions wasted on pie in the sky systems that will not work commercially.Apr 22 2011: send an e-mail to email@example.com
and I will send photos of plants 7 days from sowing if anyone interestedApr 18 2011: A general question for all, since I am not into farming but very interested in sustainable methods. Could you talk a bit about the energy needs. Can they be run entirely from solar/wind etc without the need to tap into the electrical grid? Has anyone used geothermal for supplementary heating? Thanks.
Apr 18 2011: Julie
Geothermal can and is used in some horticultural nurserys with the water going round fixed pipes on a closed loop system. Small units can be run by wind and solar but there is a need for large battery back up.
Also as I found out the Magnets used in wind turbines are derived from Mongolia and the metal used to make them is killing thousands of people as it has polluted the land and the main river which feeds the local farm land. So although we are energy saving and saving the planet to do this we are killing thousands of innocent people. we just do not make this point public.so for every solution there is pollution.
Apr 18 2011: Thanks Grahame. I know of commercial and research facilities that use geothermal energy but I have heard comments on it being very expensive. I saw a writeup on the production of neodymium magnets in Inner Mongolia - appalling situation. As you say, it seems for every step forward in one place, there seems to be a step in the wrong direction somewhere else.
Apr 18 2011: Julie Ann, There is a winery in Niagara-on-the-Lake Ontario on Hwy 55 that is entirely heated by geothermal energy.Apr 18 2011: Julie
I saw it first hand as I went out to see if there was a way in which we could get them producing food again, as you say it is disgusting that we as so called civilised treat the third world in this way and cover it up.
When siemans make huge claims on there wind farms how can they justify the loss of life .
Well time to get of my soap box no one listens and I can not change the world.Apr 18 2011: I have been researching geo thermal..very efficient and effective but I worry about the need to replace undergorund parts....the key parts....Apr 19 2011: Thanks Debra. I did notice that and it is worth looking into.
Grahame, I guess there is a lot of blame to go around. We demand clean, renewable energy, the company's bottom line is profit, the governments of the manufacturing countries do not have regulations or do not enforce the regulations. The same scenario is played out in other places as well. I understand your frustration. But congratulations on the work you do, it makes a difference.
Apr 19 2011: Julie
take it look at these they may help
Hope this helpsApr 17 2011: Hi , I am alway amazed at how people do not know how far advanced Hydroponic growing is In 1998 I was put forward for Farm of the year for growing Cherry Tomatoes Hydroponically without Pesticides or any herbicides and using Biological control. Read here http://verticalgrowing.co.uk/default.aspx
I have grown crops inside a building commercally and also used Vertical growing. Before people say it someday could be done remember it more than likely has been done. Commercial growers are growing crops Vertically in glasshouses and sealed Buildings and have been for years.
We are not talking skyscrapers or fancy designs we are talking designs that work on a crop production basis.
Apr 17 2011: awesome..thanks for the post
Apr 18 2011: Hi Lindsay have you looked at my web-site www.verticalgrowing .co.uk
I have now added that I was Farm of the year awards for 1998/9 for sustainable growing.
We used |Biological control for pest and we used no chemicals or spraysWe also introduced assured produce which meant that if a customer bought our produce from ASDA we could tell them which green house it came out of and even who picked it. We produced 5 tons of Cherry tomatoes each week and we could colour and size grade 2,500 tomatoes each minute.


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Ohio State's Comprehensive Stroke Center is a leader in treating the most complex strokes and cerebrovascular diseases.
Every stroke is different. Which is why our care is never routine. When a stroke hits, where you go for treatment matters. At Ohio State's Comprehensive Stroke Center, our physicians, nurses and researchers are at the forefront of stroke care, developing and delivering the most advanced and innovative techniques. From first-in-the-nation clinical trials, to revolutionary rehabilitation strategies, our teams are dedicated to providing safe and effective stroke care.
Continuum of Care
From the moment you enter our emergency department, you will be cared for by people specially trained in stroke care. Our stroke neurologists oversee your care from diagnosis through treatment, and we provide follow-up care with stroke rehabilitation at our outpatient stroke clinic. Other members of our multidisciplinary stroke team include:
- Board-certified vascular neurologists and vascular neurosurgeons
- Certified stroke rehabilitation physicians
- Nurse practitioners who specialize in stroke care
- Neuro Intensive Care Unit nurses
- Stroke rehabilitation therapists
Recognized for Excellence
We are skilled at treating the most complex strokes and cerebrovascular diseases. We are one of only five Ohio hospitals that have achieved the elite status of Comprehensive Stroke Center from The Joint Commission and the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association, and are one of the first stroke centers across the United States to have received this recognition.
Improving Stroke Recovery
We offer specialized stroke rehabilitation services to allow you to resume your life. We are unique in Ohio for developing gaming as a strategy for stroke rehabilitation and recovery from paralysis.
Diagnosing Stroke
A stroke is a medical emergency. Strokes happen when blood flow to your brain stops. Within minutes, brain cells begin to die. There are two kinds of stroke. The more common kind, called ischemic stroke, is caused by a blood clot that blocks or plugs a blood vessel in the brain. The other kind, called hemorrhagic stroke, is caused by a blood vessel that breaks and bleeds into the brain. "Mini-strokes," or transient ischemic attacks (TIAs), occur when the blood supply to the brain is briefly interrupted.
Symptoms of stroke are:
- Sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arm or leg (especially on one side of the body)
- Sudden confusion, trouble speaking or understanding speech
- Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes
- Sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination
- Sudden severe headache with no known cause
If you have any of these symptoms, you must get to a hospital quickly to begin treatment. Acute stroke therapies try to stop a stroke while it is happening by quickly dissolving the blood clot or by stopping the bleeding. Post-stroke rehabilitation helps individuals overcome disabilities that result from stroke damage. Drug therapy with blood thinners is the most common treatment for stroke.
Source: NIH: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
Ohio State has a stroke team in-house around-the-clock to assess people for stroke the moment they arrive in the emergency department. A stroke alert is called by paramedics while the patient is being transported to our hospital, so we are ready to evaluate you and get an immediate computed tomography (CT) scan upon your arrival. This CT scan helps us see bleeding in the brain or damage to the brain cells from a stroke.
Other diagnostic tests we use to verify a stroke include:
- CT angiography, which combines CT and a special dye to examine blood vessels and detect abnormalities in the brain
- CT perfusion scan, which uses dye and a series of CT images to determine blood flow to a region of the brain
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), which can detect changes in brain tissue and damage to brain cells from a stroke
- MR perfusion scan, which can be performed with or without dye to provide a blood flow map of the brain
- CT arteriogram (CTA) and magnetic resonance arteriogram (MRA), which show the large blood vessels in the brain and may give us more information about the site of a blood clot and the flow of blood through your brain
- Cerebral angiography, a test that uses dye and special X-rays to show the insides of blood vessels in the neck and head
Treatment and Rehabilitation
Treating Stroke
Ohio State is the only medical center in central Ohio to provide immediate bedside care around the clock by a stroke neurologist for any patient suspected of having a stroke. This attention speeds the treatment process and provides the best possible opportunity to save brain tissue. And our entire stroke team, including stroke neurologists and neurosurgeons, imaging specialists and technicians, is available within moments.
We have physicians trained in both radiology and neurosurgery who work in a uniquely designed operating room equipped with X-ray capabilities. By viewing X-rays and providing surgical care in the same room, our physicians save time in moving you from doctor to doctor or room to room.
Neuro Intensive Care
Because a stroke not only affects the brain but other organs such as the heart and lungs, patients often require intensive care to maintain essential body functions.
Our stroke neurologists on our Neuro Intensive Care Unit have critical care training that equips us to:
- Manage medical complications such as heart attack and respiratory failure
- Control blood pressure and diabetes
- Treat pneumonia and other infections common in people who have strokes
- Manage brain swelling and elevated pressure inside the skull for hemorrhagic strokes
Even the nurses who staff the Neuro ICU have specialized training in caring for people who have had strokes.
Ischemic Stroke
With an ischemic stroke, a clot stops blood flow to a portion of the brain. Ohio State stroke specialists give tPA, a clot-busting drug, to patients suffering an ischemic stroke. The earlier in the stroke's onset the drug is given, the more quickly blood flow can be restored.
If the window of time during which tPA is effective (up to four-and-a-half hours from symptom onset) is missed, our neurosurgeons can perform a:
- Thrombectomy, in which we insert a catheter into your groin and thread it to the area of the clot. The catheter is equipped with either a suction device or a mechanical device to remove the blood clot from your artery.
- Intra-arterial thrombolysis, in which we insert a catheter and thread it to the tiny arteries in your brain. We inject medicine through the catheter to dissolve the blood clot.
To prevent an ischemic stroke in someone who has carotid artery disease (plaque buildup in the arteries of the neck that supply the brain with blood), our surgeons also perform carotid endarterectomy to remove plaque that might allow a clot to form. At Ohio State our Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) and Carotid Artery Stenting (CAS) outcomes have 100% survival rates. This data represents our fiscal year 2014 ( July 2013- June 2014). Angioplasty also helps open blocked carotid arteries by inflating a tiny balloon on the tip of the catheter to compress the plaque buildup against the carotid artery walls.
Hemorrhagic Stroke
With hemorrhagic stroke, our goal is to stop the bleeding into the brain, usually caused by a weakened blood vessel.
Our Neuro Intensive Care team is dual trained in stroke neurology and critical care, making us highly skilled in managing subtle changes in blood pressure and swelling in the brain with a variety of medications.
If medications fail to stop the bleeding, our stroke neurosurgeons dually trained in neurosurgery and radiology will take X-rays and perform surgery in a hybrid operating room, saving critical time.
Other procedures performed in our hybrid operating room include:
- Aneurysm Clipping: Our neurosurgeons can clip the aneurysm (balloon-like bulge in an artery) to block it off from the blood vessels in the brain to prevent bursting or further leaking.
- Coil Embolization: Our neurosurgeons insert a tube called a catheter into an artery in the groin. The surgeon threads the tube to the site of the aneurysm and pushes a tiny coil through the tube into the aneurysm to cause a clot to form, block blood flow through the aneurysm and prevent it from bursting again.
- Arteriovenous Malformation Repair (AVM): Our surgeons open the skull to stop bleeding and to drain off extra spinal fluid that could cause the brain to swell.
Stroke Clinic
At Ohio State's Stroke Clinic, our stroke neurologists provide ongoing outpatient care for people from across Ohio and nearby states. If you are at high risk for a first or second stroke, we evaluate and manage your risk factors, such as diabetes, high blood pressure and hormone imbalances.
Our clinic also helps you continue to progress after a stroke with rehabilitation. Our therapists can prevent complications such as a spastic arm or contracted hand, and can help you overcome depression and manage stress brought on by changes stroke has brought to your life.
Stroke Rehabilitation
We are leaders in developing and administering the most current therapeutic options, including human/machine interfaces that drive the brain's recovery and restructuring. We offer you a range of specialized support services unparalleled in central Ohio to help you maximize your ability to function safely and independently at home and to participate in your community.
Through the Stroke Rehabilitation Program, your rehabilitation plan at Ohio State may include:
- Optimizing brain plasticity (using sensory input and cognitive therapies to stimulate the brain to change, adapt and reorganize itself)
- Exercising to help improve strength, swallowing, communication and thinking
- Enhancing skills needed to perform daily activities
- Developing strategies to compensate for functional deficits
- Adapting leisure activities for enhanced quality of life
Telestroke Network
Our Telestroke Network
Ohio State is the hub for the Telestroke Network, which delivers Ohio State's critical stroke expertise into 25+ hospitals in rural areas of Ohio. If you were taken to one of those emergency departments with stroke symptoms, experts would be mobilized both there and at Ohio State through a "stroke alert." Through video technology that directly links our stroke specialists to the community hospital, we interview you, view your test results and vital signs and prescribe intravenous clot-buster medications to be given to you within minutes. Then our doctors work together with your hospital to determine the next best step is for your treatment. Should you require an advanced level of care, a transfer to Ohio State's Stroke Center is arranged. Ohio State's stroke team physicians are available around the clock for this service.
The goals of the Telestroke Network are to:
- Increase access to advanced stroke care in underserved regions of Ohio
- Improve EMS response and recognition of stroke signs and symptoms
- Enhance quality and efficiency within the healthcare system
Ohio State's stroke team, which includes vascular neurologists, neurocritical care physicians and vascular neurosurgeons, is available any time, day or night.
Patient Stories
Getting her life back after stroke
Olivia's Story
Olivia never thought she would experience a stroke at 20 years old. What started as a really bad headache, Olivia and her care team share the story of the day she was rushed the Ohio State's Wexner Medical Center.
When stroke strikes, others' observations matter
Michael's Story
"Out of the blue, everything starting spinning, including the words on the computer screen," says Michael. "I was not terribly worried and thought it would go away if I changed positions, which can help if you have an inner ear infection, for example. I had a difficult time dialing the phone because of the unrelenting spinning sensation, but I managed to call my wife to tell her I'd be late because I didn't feel well and was going to lie on the floor before driving home. It didn't occur to me that what was happening was anything significant."
The call struck his wife as odd, and she called her husband's work, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center's University Hospital East, to have someone check on him. Two other emergency medicine physicians went to Michael's office and assisted him in making the short trip to the Emergency Department. By that time, he was vomiting uncontrollably. Still, he told them he was OK and didn't need medical help.
"Clearly, I didn't understand what was happening," he says. "I was insistent that I could take some medicine and be back to work in the morning."
Objective Thinking Helps the Patient
Michael's colleagues ordered imaging tests that showed he'd had a stroke in the back right portion of his brain. He was transferred to University Hospital for specialty neurology and neurosurgery care, should surgery become necessary. He spent seven days in the hospital.
"The vomiting persisted for four or five days, and I had swelling in my brain in the area of the stroke," says Michael. "My physicians were concerned, if the swelling continued, they might need to intervene. But that wasn't necessary."
Michael had many tests to explore the cause of the stroke. Commonly in a stroke, a blood clot from somewhere in the body travels to the brain and blocks the blood supply. Getting immediate medical attention and clot-busting medication to dissolve the clot and restore the blood supply to the brain helps minimize damage from the stroke. In Michael's case, the inside layer of an artery peeled away from the outer layers and fell into the blood vessel, blocking blood supply from that vessel. Clot-busting medication would not have made a difference.
"The physicians couldn't determine what caused my stroke, and my other blood vessels and heart received a clean bill of health," says Michael. "I didn't have to adjust my lifestyle and am not at risk for a recurrence. I spent four days in rehabilitation, working with physical therapists to regain my balance, which came back relatively quickly."
Recovery Facilitated by Good Physical Condition
Eight weeks after the stroke, Michael not only returned to work in the Emergency Department, he ran the Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon. "I was signed up for the marathon before the stroke and was determined to make it," he says.
Michael says his recovery was aided by his good overall physical condition. "I am active and eat pretty well. I think I recovered quickly because I was in good shape," he says. "Even healthy people can have something go wrong, even if it's just a broken bone. Your recovery chances are optimized if you are in better condition already."
Act If Something's Not Right
Michael emphasizes that stroke symptoms can take many forms and depend on the area of the brain affected. His symptoms were not classic, but his colleagues recognized that something was not normal about his condition and rushed him to the Emergency Department.
"I work in emergency medicine, and I didn't recognize what was happening to me," he says. "My experience highlights the importance of others friends, family and co-workers noticing when someone is having a medical problem and taking prompt action. Do what you think is appropriate, even if the individual in question insists it's not necessary."
Ohio State's stroke program is improving health care by developing the next breakthroughs in stroke prevention, diagnosis and care.
We are one of only 10 stroke centers in the country selected by the National Institutes of Health to be part of both its Neurological Emergencies Treatment Trials (NETT) network to improve emergency care for severe injuries and illnesses of the brain, spinal cord and nervous system, and its StrokeNet, an elite network of 25 regional stroke centers conducting clinical trials on stroke prevention, treatment and recovery.
In addition, we are a member of the NIH's NeuroNEXT: Network for Excellence in Neuroscience Clinical Trials. This collaboration results in more promising treatments, more rapidly, to provide patients like you more hope for stroke prevention and treatment.
Our current studies include:
Video game development for stroke rehab
Ultrasound therapy for stroke
Glucose control in acute stroke
Preventive medication for pre-diabetes
We are part of an NIH study of a drug that may decrease the risk of further strokes in people with pre-diabetes.
Device to close a hole in the heart
Industry-sponsored comparative study is following progress of people who have had an umbrella-like implant placed in a hole in their heart (patent foramen ovale or PFO). Medical experts believe that closing the hole with the device will reduce the number of clots that break loose and move through the hole to the brain. The study focuses on continued follow-up of people who have the device and did not have a clearly documented clot, as compared to those who have a hole in the heart but don't have the device.
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Optimal blood pressure control in patients with hemorrhagic stroke
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Novel medications for prevention of second stroke
Alternative thrombolytic agents (clot busters)
Stroke risk following ruptured aneurysm
MISTIE III for a deep clot in the brain
We are one of 100 centers in this international study investigating the exact location of a blood clot through a coordinate process called stereotaxis and drilling a small hole in the skull to access and remove the clot. Early results from MISTIE II suggest that the technique reduces the rate of death, allows a patient to receive rehab more quickly and improves the patient's neurologic functioning and quality of life in the year following a stroke.
Additional Information
When you are visiting our Stroke Clinic for the first time, please bring any medical records from previous hospitalizations, clinic visits or specialist consults. We also request that you bring a CD of imaging studies, including X-rays, MRIs or CTs of the brain.
Support Groups
Brain Aneurysm Awareness and Support Group
The Ohio Brain Aneurysm Awareness and Support Group provides an opportunity for patients and their caregivers to discuss their feelings, learn coping skills and support others. Meetings are held every second Thursday of January, March, May, July, September and November from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Light refreshments are served.Location: Dodd Hall Rehabilitation Services, 480 Medical Center Drive, Room 2136
Contact: 614-293-0689