The Thor 9 Hammer Throw Cage is a unique Patent Design #9,889,366 B2 that is set to change the future of Hammer Throw cages.
Most hammer cages are easily susceptible to damage. Poles get dented and nets become torn by implement impact. Cages that have low wind ratings spend most of their life in an unusable condition because the net is lowered. Throwers are then limited to when they can train and the cage becomes labour intensive to make usable.
Our Thor 9 is a 9m high cage where this efficient setup makes use of only 3 support poles, leaving the ground area free from obstructions. This provides a clear view for spectators and also means the cage has minimal visual impact when not in use.
The 3 support poles are all on hinged base plates making installation even easier. The 7m high perimeter net is anchored with retaining ropes and is set away from the poles to reduce any chance of damage to the net and poles. The 9m high gates can be opened and closed easily with the gate ropes.
The Thor 9 cage is much cheaper to maintain than other types of cages. This cage is wind rating to 100 km/h which means that the nets can be left in place during strong winds unlike many other cages. Not having to lower and re-raise the nets constantly reduces the manpower required to manage the cage and ultimately reduces any ongoing cost.
Thor 9 is World Athletics Certified and is built for long term use.
Spec Summary:
9m high x 3.2m long gates that pivot 4.2m forward of circle centre. 7m high perimeter net. World Athletics certified, for non-stadium type venues
Play Hard Sports has two Athletic Hammer Throw Cages that will provide a better experience for everyone.
Both cages feature:
- Wind rated to 100 km/h – nets can remain erected in strong winds.
- Reduced number of support poles – for better vision and reduced risk of implement damage.
- Custom labels
- Choice of 12 colours (two pac gloss paint finish)
THOR 9 SPECIFICATIONS
| Size | 9m x 3m gates, 7 metre high perimeter. |
| Gate pivot distance | 4.2m from circle centre. |
| Gate edge | Rope and resin composite tube. |
| Gate operation | Swing arm open and closing ropes and snap hook at ground anchors. |
| No. of poles | 3 - Fewer support poles, which is more aesthetically pleasing. |
| Pole hardware | Rope disc cleats and pulley wheel. |
| Pole material | Combination of steel, aluminium and fibre composites. |
| Ground work | 3 sleeves and removable hinged base plates, 14 rope anchors |
| Finish | Choice of 12 colours (two pac gloss paint finish). |
| Net | 44mm square mesh, 5mm woven poly cord with 350kg breaking strain, black (green optional), UV stable, World Athletics certified. |
| Net support | Net rails all round. |
| Ropes | 8mm black woven polypropolyne. |
| Wind rating | Net can remain erected up to 100 km/h. |
| Assembly method | Poles are assembled on the ground and raised by hand pulley. |
| Manpower | 2 |
| Assemply time | 5 hours |
| Assembly equipment | Pulleys (provided), spanners M20 (3/4") & M12 (1/2'), knife, pliers. |
| Warranty | 5-year on hard structure and netting to World Athletics compliance |
| Compliance standard | NCAA compliant & World Athletics certified. E-15-0822 |
| United States (of America) Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) | Patent #9,889,366 B2 |
📌 Thor 9 Hammer Cage Locations
International (Europe):
- Ashton Fields, Essex (United Kingdom)
- London Stadium (United Kingdom)
QLD:
- Helensvale State High School, Gold Coast
- Somerset College, Gold Coast
- Ipswich & District Athletics Centre
- Bill Paterson Oval, Limestone Park
NSW:
- Fearney Dawes Athletic Centre, Newcastle
VIC:
- Alexandra Park Athletics, Albury
- Harold Stevens Athletics, Coburg
- John Landy Field, Geelong
- Victorian University
- Hagenauer Res Athletics Track, Box Hill
- Craigieburn Athletics Track (Sprint Athletics Centre)
