A history of quality concrete products and services
Gillett Cement Products was started in 1947 by Wesley Peterson as a block plant. Shawano Concrete Products, located in the Shawano Industrial Park, was started in 1984 by Curt and Irene Streblow. In October of 1998, CNI Companies Inc. was formed with plants in Gillett, Shawano, Marinette, and Pound. In 2002 Middle Inlet Concrete Products was added allowing the company to serve customers in northern Marinette County. In 2005, all plants were purchased by Verrette Materials Inc. which is based out of Iron Mountain Michigan. All the plants in the Verrette family of companies sell block, ready-mix concrete, related building materials along with sand and gravel.
Seven decades of customer-focused solutions
In addition to our comprehensive equipment and product line, we bring over 60 years of industry experience to find solutions in meeting customer project requirements. Our staff of technical experts regularly works with architects and engineers to assist in writing concrete mix designs and aggregate specifications to meet state and local approval. We are always looking for innovations and products to enhance quality and efficiency. To help educate customers, we conduct technical and new product workshops. This focus on helping our customers increase profitability has led to many of our customers remaining with us for over 30 years.
A longstanding record of safety
Safety is a top priority at Verrette Materials. Through our safety program, we promote a safe environment for our workers and customers. To assure the quality and safety of our service and products, we make “safety first” a priority for all of our employees. We also employ Certified Concrete Pump and Conveyor Operators and a Certified Block Production Team. Our commitment to safety has earned us regular safety awards from the Wisconsin Ready Mix Concrete Association, insurance companies, the Federal Mine and Safety Department, and multiple state agencies.
With 70 years of experience behind us…
Verrette Materials and its sister companies deliver exceptional concrete and masonry products and services throughout Northeastern Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Please contact us to learn more about us and our locations or to request a quote.
