Aluminium discus cage (fixed installation)
Aluminium discus cage for discus throwing with a height of 600 cm for placement in ground sockets. Supplied including protective net, spacers and sandbags. The aluminium uprights (7 pieces) are manufactured from an aluminium oval profile (120 x 100 mm) with wall thickness 4-6 mm and are equipped with aluminium cleats for winding the ropes. Meets the requirements of World Athletics. (World Athletics certified).
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This fixed aluminium discus cage shields the throwing sector during discus throwing. The construction is placed in ground sockets and meets the requirements of World Athletics.
Discus throwing is a classic athletics event that requires precision, strength and technique. To offer athletes the best conditions, we introduce our aluminium discus cage, designed for fixed installation and World Athletics certified. This cage meets all World Athletics requirements and is an essential addition for every athletics track. World Athletics-certified quality and safety.
Our discus cage is not only a durable installation, but also IAAF certified, which means it meets the strict international standards of World Athletics. This ensures maximum safety and quality for both athletes and spectators. Robust construction.
The cage has a height of 600 cm and is designed for placement in ground sockets, which ensures stability and durability. The seven aluminium uprights are made of oval profile (120 x 100 mm) with a wall thickness of 4-6 mm. This robust construction guarantees a long service life and resistance to weather influences. Advanced safety features
Each discus cage is supplied with a protective net, spacers and sandbags. This provides extra safety and stability during use. The aluminium cleats for winding the ropes ensure simple and safe operation of the net.
This aluminium discus cage is the perfect choice for athletics facilities that strive for the highest level of safety, durability and professional appearance. By meeting the requirements of World Athletics, it is an investment that guarantees the safety and performance of athletes. Contact us for more information about how this discus cage can be a valuable addition to your athletics facilities!
Frequently asked questions
Below is an overview of a number of questions we often receive! Can't figure it out? Then feel free to contact us!
The discus cage should preferably have a U-shape. The width of the opening should be 6 metres and is located 7 metres in front of the centre point of the ring. The width of 6 metres must be formed by the opening located between the net hanging down on the left and right. The height of the net panels or of the hanging net must be at least 4 metres at the lowest point and in the 3 metres closest to the front of the cage, the height on both sides must be at least 6 metres (effective from 01-01-2020).
Yes, upon order we can arrange the installation in cooperation with our partners.
A throwing cage for discus throwing stands around the discus ring from which the throw must be made, with an opening on one side. The ring for discus throwing is 2.5 metres in diameter and for hammer throw 2.135 metres; to be able to use the ring for both events, an inner ring can be placed for hammer throw. The ring itself is usually made of iron; the surface inside it of concrete or another hard material. The cage consists of steel or aluminium poles between which stretchable nets are tensioned, which can catch the shot or discus.
The sector, the part of the throwing field in which a shot or discus must land for the throw to be valid, is 34.92° for both events. The opening of the cage must be at least 7 metres away from the ring, and may have a width of 6 metres. A cage must be 10 metres high at the front and must have a distance of at least 3.50 metres all around from the ring.
The rules regarding throwing cages were tightened in 2004 by the IAAF. As a result, many older cages no longer meet the requirements, and therefore strictly speaking may not be used for official competitions. Until 2010 old cages could still be used for competitions, but after that no longer. Because cages are expensive due to the strict requirements, it often happens that if a track has two cages, only one is replaced. As a result, many athletics tracks have one old and one new(er) cage.
A throwing cage for discus throwing stands around the discus ring from which the throw must be made, with an opening on one side. The ring for discus throwing is 2.5 metres in diameter and for hammer throw 2.135 metres; to be able to use the ring for both events, an inner ring can be placed for hammer throw. The ring itself is usually made of iron; the surface inside it of concrete or another hard material. The cage consists of steel or aluminium poles between which stretchable nets are tensioned, which can catch the shot or discus.
The sector, the part of the throwing field in which a shot or discus must land for the throw to be valid, is 34.92° for both events. The opening of the cage must be at least 7 metres away from the ring, and may have a width of 6 metres. A cage must be 10 metres high at the front and must have a distance of at least 3.50 metres all around from the ring.
The rules regarding throwing cages were tightened in 2004 by the IAAF. As a result, many older cages no longer meet the requirements, and therefore strictly speaking may not be used for official competitions. Until 2010 old cages could still be used for competitions, but after that no longer. Because cages are expensive due to the strict requirements, it often happens that if a track has two cages, only one is replaced. As a result, many athletics tracks have one old and one new(er) cage.