Though direct-current (DC) powered forklifts were once the industry norm in North America, alternating-current (AC) motor electric forklifts are becoming ever more popular. However, as AC-powered forklifts grow in popularity, it’s important to understand what they actually are and how […]
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W.D. Matthews Carries an Extensive Line of Toyota Electric Material Handling Equipment
Toyota Material Handling carries a full line of electric equipment to fill any need. From traditional reach trucks to the largest available electric forklifts, W.D. Matthews and TMH are sure to have the equipment to meet your needs. Call your […]
The Great Manitou Giveaway!
Register Today Please click on the link below to register to win the Manitou MLT360 1:16 scale model Winner will be drawn on May 31 from all submissions Contact Information Auburn, Me 04210 207-344-0413 [email protected] […]
You Require an ANSI Inspection
By Jim Chaousis, General Parts and Service Manager Part of the updated ANSI A92.22 standards, now in effect in the United States, include requirements for annual machine inspections (AMI) on mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs). https://www.ansi.org/ Specifically, the standards state […]

Understanding Different Types of Forklifts
There are seven different Classes of powered industrial trucks or forklifts. Today more than ever companies have a wide range of choices when it comes to ordering a forklift. The choice between electric and internal combustion (which includes diesel, L/P, […]

Safe-View Wireless Camera System
The Safe-View Wireless Camera System is an excellent tool to give the operator a variety of different views around the lift truck. The safe-view is extremely easy to install and operate and can be used in the front, back or […]

Customer Service Portal
In today’s connected world, customer portals are becoming a requirement of doing business. WD Matthews Machinery Company is proud to announce that they are providing this “self-service” to our service customers. We think that this service will help our customers […]

Horizontal Carousel New Generation from Modula
Making a Proven Design Even Better New Features: • Competitively priced due to standardization • Safety equipment on all models Automatic doors and perimeter guarding are now standard on all horizontal carousels. • A stronger framework for unmatched dependability • […]

Winter Weather On the Way: Get Your Outdoor Material Handling Equipment Winter Ready
Lets face it, New England has some rough winters, they can be hard on your personal vehicles, but also your outdoor material handling equipment. When preparing your equipment for winter you want to keep in mind heavy snowfall, ice accumulation, […]

When to Replace an Industrial Pneumatic Tire
Use a Tread Depth Gauge Measure the Tread Depth in the Middle of the tread When that gets close to 0mm, Replace If you see cords or plies remove tires from service Check the pressure on a regular basis and […]

Time to Replace Your Loading Dock Equipment?
Is it time to upgrade or replace your loading dock equipment? Do you have damaged loading dock seals or bumpers? W.D. Matthews Machinery Co. can assist you with replacement, new installations, or service of your existing dock equipment. Damaged Dock […]

