What are cremation and the processing of remains?
Top of page The cremation process begins with the placement of the cremation casket or container in the cremation chamber where it is subjected to intense flame and heat reaching temperatures of 1800 degrees Fahrenheit. At our firm’s crematory all cremations are performed individually. All substances are consumed except bone fragments. Calcium compounds and any non-combustible materials (such as jewelry, dental gold, prostheses, latches, hinges, etc., not removed prior to cremation) will remain, as temperature is not sufficient to consume them. Usually, cremation is completed in two to three hours. Following a cooling period, cremated remains are removed from the cremation chamber. Using visual or magnetic selection all non-combustible materials will be separated and removed from bone fragments and disposed of by the crematory staff in a non-recoverable manner. Cremated remains will weigh 4 to 8 pounds and are usually white in color, but can be other colors due to temperature variation
