MATERIALS EQUIPMENT CORP
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
1873819
MC Number
N/A
Fleet Size
36
Total Drivers
17
Last updated: March 12, 2026
Safety overview
MATERIALS EQUIPMENT CORP is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in NORTH SMITHFIELD, Rhode Island, operating 36 power units with 17 drivers. All 5 BASIC scores sit well below FMCSA intervention thresholds, which is a good sign for anyone vetting this carrier. Their driver out-of-service rate of 0.0% comes in under the 5.51% national average. No crashes on file. FMCSA records show 1 inspection for this carrier.
BASIC scores
SMS PercentilesHigher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.
Out-of-service rates vs. national average
An out-of-service order means the driver or vehicle was pulled from operation during a roadside inspection.
For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Rhode Island is 14.1% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 32.8% across 4,000 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Private (Property)
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
What are BASIC scores?
FMCSA tracks carrier performance through its Safety Measurement System (SMS), which scores carriers across six categories called BASICs. Each score is a percentile from 0 to 100, based on inspection and crash data from the past 24 months.
A score of 65 means the carrier performed worse than 65% of its peers. Anything above 75% can trigger FMCSA alerts or investigations. Brokers vetting new carriers should pay attention to scores above 50%.
- Unsafe driving
- Speeding, reckless driving, improper lane changes, seatbelt violations. All based on what officers find during roadside inspections.
- HOS / Fatigue
- Hours-of-service violations, logbook problems, driving past the allowed limits. Fatigued driving is one of the top causes of truck crashes in the US.
- Driver fitness
- Licensing problems, expired medical certificates, and other driver qualification issues.
- Controlled substances
- Drug and alcohol testing violations, possession, or impairment.
- Vehicle maintenance
- Brake problems, tire issues, lighting defects, load securement failures. Caught during the vehicle portion of roadside inspections.
- Crash indicator
- Based on crash history from state-reported data. Higher percentile means more crashes relative to the carrier's size and mileage.
Inspections
1
Total
100%
Driver %
Crash history
0
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is MATERIALS EQUIPMENT CORP authorized to operate?
Yes. MATERIALS EQUIPMENT CORP (USDOT #1873819) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is MATERIALS EQUIPMENT CORP's safety record?
Based on FMCSA data, MATERIALS EQUIPMENT CORP has no BASIC scores above the 75th percentile intervention threshold. They haven't received a formal FMCSA safety rating. No crashes on record.
How many trucks does MATERIALS EQUIPMENT CORP operate?
MATERIALS EQUIPMENT CORP operates 36 power units with 17 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does MATERIALS EQUIPMENT CORP transport hazardous materials?
No. MATERIALS EQUIPMENT CORP does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is MATERIALS EQUIPMENT CORP located?
MATERIALS EQUIPMENT CORP is based in NORTH SMITHFIELD, Rhode Island at 618 GREENVILLE ROAD, 02896. Phone: (401) 767-3420.
What are MATERIALS EQUIPMENT CORP's out-of-service rates?
MATERIALS EQUIPMENT CORP's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign.