Last week, Tadano introduced the ATF 600G-8, its largest all-terrain crane to date. The 600-metric-ton, eight-axle crane has a 56-meter telescopic boom with a 90-meter boom extension. Maximum sheave height is 146 meters, and maximum radius is 104 meters.

Tadano remains firm in supporting its two-engine concept, stating it has advantages during crane operation and lowers fuel consumption. The crane uses a 625-hp undercarriage engine and a 354-hp superstructure engine, both supplied by Mercedes-Benz and meet Euromot 4/Tier 4 Final emissions standards. 

Each year, Crane & Rigging Hot Line magazine and the Association of Crane & Rigging Professionals (ACRP) recognize two crane and rigging industry trainers-a Corporate Trainer and a Professional Trainer-who use innovative instruction, encourage responsibility among their peers or companies, and make a positive impact on their students, environment, and industry.

In May, the 2014 Top Trainers were presented with their awards at ACRP's annual meeting, which was held in Kansas City, Mo.

The winners included Corporate Top Trainer Nelson Plumb of Crossland Construction and Professional Top Trainer Sam Smith of North American Crane Bureau.

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