Chanute Plant
The Chanute plant in southeastern Kansas is one of Ash Grove’s historic operations; with over 100 years of service, it is one of the oldest cement operations in the Midwest. Located in Neosho County, it today stands as one of the company’s largest plants. In a smaller community like Chanute, the plant is more than an industrial site; it is one of the area’s largest employers, supporting both direct jobs and local businesses.
Over more than a century of operations, the plant has grown and evolved alongside the community it serves. Continued investments and modernization efforts have helped strengthen operations while maintaining reliable production to meet regional demand. The plant runs the entire manufacturing process, from the limestone quarry to customers.
With the capacity to produce over 1.6 million tons yearly, a talented team of over 150 people – among them geologists, mining and mechanical engineers, quality control and laboratory technicians and chemical engineers; drill, plant, and mill operators; and occupational health, safety and environmental specialists – run the processes, maintain equipment, and control manufacturing, while the logistics and the sales and marketing teams work together supporting customers.
The plant produces traditional and advanced/blended cements engineered for evolving standards and project needs that customers can trust for their most demanding construction jobs. Ash Grove’s technical service team works directly with customers in the field, helping solve real-world construction challenges and supporting sustainability goals across applications.
The Chanute plant is also home to a Sapphire Americas facility, supporting alternative fuel solutions that help reduce waste and improve efficiency in cement manufacturing.
The plant represents a blend of industrial heritage and modern adaptation, keeping pace with both market demand and environmental responsibility. Efforts to improve environmental performance,
incorporate alternative fuels and support local organizations reflect a shared commitment between the people who work at the plant and the neighbors who call Chanute home.
