EN 749-2004 pdf download.Playing field equipment – Handball goals-Functional and safety requirements , test methods.
This EN 749 specifies the functional requirements for 2 types (see Clause 3) and the safety requirements (see
Clause 4) for handball and indoor hockey goals.
It is applicable to handball goals for training and competition.
NOTE Goals according to this document can also be used for indoor football.
2 Normative references
The following referenced documents are indispensable for the application of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (Including any amendments) applies.
EN ISO 1806, Fishing nets — Determination of mesh breaking force of netting (ISO 1806:2002) prEN ISO 2307, Fibre ropes — Determination of certain physical and mechanical properties (ISO/DIS 2307:2003)
3 Requirements
3.1 Classification
Handball goals shall be classified by design (types) as shown in Table 1.
3.3 Material
The goal frame may be made of timber, steel, light metal or plastics.
Net supporting brackets and bottom side and back bars shall be made of light metal anchor steel protectea against corrosion (e.g. hot galvanized, powder coated or painted).
The net fixings to the goal shall be made of non-corrosive metal or of plastic material.
For the net, net yarns may be used made of synthetic or natural fibres.
For the net headline synthetic ropes shall be used.
3.4 DesIgn
3.4.1 Goal frame
The construction shall be sufficiently secure to withstand the stresses occurring during a game and during transport. The latter requirement is fulfilled when the corner section of the goal frame is not deformed or damaged after testing according to 5.2.
The uprights and the crossbar should be marked in accordance with the current regulations of the sports associations.
3.4.2 Nets
3.4.2.1 Dimensions
The net dimensions shall comply with Table 2.
3.4.2.3 Net fixing
A net headline of a length suitable for the installation shall be drawn in at the top of the net and fixed so that no displacement will be possible (see Figure 1). The breaking force of the net headline shall be at least 7 000 N, see Table4.
The net shall be suspended loosely so that a ball thrown into the goal cannot rebound from the constructional parts. The fixing devices shall therefore be outside the net.
The net shall be retained on the wall by means of the net headline or by means of the net supporting brackets.
The net shall be so fixed that the ball will not pass between the goal frame and the net.
If an additional net curtain is used, it shall have the same mesh and width as the main net and shall be fixed
(700 ) mm from the front.
3.4.3 Ground sockets
When using ground sockets out of doors, they shall have a drainage hole.
4 Safety requirements
4.1 General requirements
Corners and edges, which may cause injuries, shall be rounded with a radius of at least 3 mm.
4.2 Goal frame
The edges of the goal frame shall be rounded to a radius of (4 ± 1) mm.
4.3 Strength
When tested in accordance with 5.2, the crossbar shall not fracture or collapse or show permanent deformation greater than 10 mm.
Metal cup hooks shall not be used. If spring hooks are used as means of fixation or for the end of a rope, they shall have screw caps.
4.7 Frame entrapment
Any possible entrapment in the frame above 1200 mm above the ground. e.g. net supports. shall have no downwards angle of less than 60° and no openings of less than 230 mm diameter.
5 Test methods
5.1 General
If not otherwise specified in the following the requirements of Clauses 3 and 4 are tested by measuring, visible inspection or practical test.
Execute the test after conditioning the goal for a minimum of I h at a test temperature of (20 ± 5) °C.
5.2 Determination of strength
Apply a vertical force of 1 800 N at the centre of the crossbar for 1 mm s
Note any fracture or other damage to the goal.
Remove the force and measure any permanent deformation 30 mm l s after removal of the force.
5.3 Determination of stability
Install the goal in its normal position of use Apply a horizontal force (F) of 1 100 N at the top of the centre of the crossbar for 1 mm s by means of a rope of 3 000 mm length (see figure 3). Note any falling over or sliding.
6 Assembly, installation and maintenance instruction
The manufacturer shall provide written instructions for assembly, installation and maintenance.
It shall be pointed out in the assembly instructions that any goals that are not being used at the moment should be secured against overturning.EN 749-2004 pdf download.
EN 749-2004 pdf download
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