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At W.D. Matthews Machinery, our people are the heart of everything we do. For more than 85 years, the company’s story has been written by hardworking men and women who not only serve our customers but pass on their knowledge […]
Smarter Fleet Maintenance for Maine, New Hampshire & Massachusetts Managing your equipment just got easier. At W.D. Matthews, every piece of material handling equipment we service across New England comes equipped with a powerful tool to save you time and […]
From New England warehouses to muddy job sites in the backwoods, forklifts are expected to lift, stack, carry, and keep moving no matter what we throw at ’em. But here’s the thing: just because a forklift looks like it can […]
SenS Smart Environmental Sensor (Available for Many Brands) Operator Assist System The all-new SenS Smart Environment Sensor pedestrian detection system – designed and engineered by Toyota – uses advanced technology and can assist operators in identifying a pedestrian or object behind their […]
Boom lifts (also known as Mobile Elevated Work Platforms, MEWPs or “cherry pickers”) utilize boom sections to position workers and tools to an elevated position for temporary, flexible access work, such as maintenance and construction tasks. This type of equipment […]
Operator cooling fans are specialized ventilation systems installed on forklifts to help provide a comfortable working environment for operators in certain applications, particularly in hot and humid conditions. These fans offer several benefits aimed at enhancing operator comfort and productivity. […]
Meeting customer demands requires more than just industry leading products and service. You need to ensure that your fleet is running at peak performance to meet your business goals. Actionable data, fleet insights, and consultative analysis can help elevate your […]
THE IMPORTANCE AND IMPACT OF TIRE WEAR ON FORKLIFTS As a tire wears, it can no longer perform as well as when it was brand new. Ignoring the signs that it is time to replace your tire could lead to several […]
We currently have FIVE LP gas with a 3,750 capacity in stock. They wont last long so contact your W.D. Matthews Sales rep today! Truck Options Mast Options Key Toyota 8FGU25 Points See The Super Reliable Toyota 4Y Engine (click […]
A hopper with a bottom dump feature is a unique design not typical to classic hoppers. With a bottom dump hopper there is limited wasted space. Unlike standard hoppers that have angled sides to encourage the product to flow out, […]
Some might see this as a cute play on words but the reality is, with Toyotas new line of Reach Trucks, your operators will have a clear view of exactly what they are working with. This clear view will not […]
Can We Build it? Yes We Can! Refurbished Dock Cushions This is an image of a recent project we completed. We replaced the old dented corrugated siding and replaced it with flat galvanized panels. Where it might have been acceptable […]