W. D. Matthews Machinery Co
Forklift dealer · Shrewsbury, MA
About W. D. Matthews Machinery Co
W. D. Matthews Machinery Co is a material handling and aerial lift equipment dealership based in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, providing sales, rentals, and maintenance services.
Service area:New England
Renting Equipment in Shrewsbury
Construction equipment demand in Shrewsbury is heavily driven by major infrastructure and industrial logistics projects, notably the ongoing Route 20 Sewer Expansion, MassDOT's Route 20 corridor improvements, and large-scale manufacturing developments like the 146,000-square-foot Physik Instrumente facility at 440 Hartford Turnpike. Contractors should anticipate tight rental availability for earthmoving and trenching machinery from April through November, which aligns with the town's primary window for DPW water main replacements and heavy civil paving before winter weather restricts sitework. When scheduling heavy machinery deliveries or renting trench safety gear for these high-volume corridors, contractors must secure traffic control devices early since MassDOT and local regulations strictly mandate that continuous through-traffic and commercial driveway access be maintained during all operational phases.
County:Worcester County
Neighborhoods served:Route 9 Corridor, Lakeway Commons, Northborough Road, Edgemere, Old Mill Pond, Flint Pond Village
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Renting Forklifts: What to Know
Forklifts are used across warehousing, construction, and manufacturing to move heavy loads efficiently. Electric models work best indoors where emissions matter, while propane and diesel forklifts handle outdoor loading docks and rough terrain. Most rental companies offer operator training and can help you match lift capacity to your heaviest loads.
Renting Air Compressors: What to Know
Air compressors power pneumatic tools like nail guns, impact wrenches, sandblasters, and paint sprayers across construction and industrial sites. Portable units suit small crews, while towable compressors deliver the volume needed for jackhammers and large-scale sandblasting. Consider CFM output and tank size when choosing — undersized compressors slow down the job.
Renting Aerial Lifts & Boom Lifts: What to Know
Aerial lifts are essential for construction, maintenance, and warehouse work that requires safe access to elevated areas. Scissor lifts work well for indoor jobs and flat surfaces, while boom lifts reach over obstacles on rough terrain. When renting, consider the platform height you need, indoor vs. outdoor use, and whether the job site surface is level or uneven.
Renting Tractors: What to Know
Tractors serve farming, landscaping, and industrial applications with a wide range of implements — mowers, tillers, box blades, and post-hole diggers. Compact tractors are popular for property maintenance and small acreage work, while full-size agricultural tractors handle field prep and hay operations. Renting lets you match the tractor size to seasonal needs without a long-term investment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does W. D. Matthews Machinery Co rent?
W. D. Matthews Machinery Co rents cushion forklifts, electric forklifts, internal combustion forklifts, pneumatic forklifts, rough terrain forklifts, heavy duty forklifts, forklift attachments, aerial lifts from brands including Toyota, Manitou, LiftKing, Clark, Bobcat. They also offer rental, sales, service, repairs.
Where is W. D. Matthews Machinery Co located?
W. D. Matthews Machinery Co is located at 297 Hartford Tpke, Shrewsbury, MA 01545. Their service area includes New England.
What areas does W. D. Matthews Machinery Co serve?
W. D. Matthews Machinery Co is based in Shrewsbury, MA and serves New England.
What do customers say about W. D. Matthews Machinery Co?
W. D. Matthews Machinery Co has a 5.0/5 rating based on 2 reviews.
What brands does W. D. Matthews Machinery Co carry?
W. D. Matthews Machinery Co carries equipment from Toyota, Manitou, LiftKing, Clark, Bobcat, Genie, JLG, Guardian.
How do I contact W. D. Matthews Machinery Co?
You can reach W. D. Matthews Machinery Co by calling (508) 798-3411, visiting their website, or using the quote request form on this page.
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