What Occurs At a Cremation?

Many people in America now prefer cremation over burial services because of the lower cost and because it is a much easier and feasible option. A few people are still unaware of what happens at cremation and how does it occur.

The following article will answer all of those questions people usually ask about cremation services at ADC, like how is the body prepared for a cremation? And how does the family receive the ashes?

 

 

How Is The Body Prepped For The Cremation?

The first step in preparing a body for cremation is removing things that could affect the cremation procedure, like pacemakers. The dead body is placed in a casket or coffin in which the cremation takes place. The coffin remains sealed for the entire process.

 

 

Can The Process For Cremation Start With Pacemakers On The Body?

The answer is yes; people with pacemakers or prosthetics can be cremated. But before starting the process, it is essential to inform the funeral provider if the dead body has a pacemaker or any other medical device, so the crematorium knows.

Removing a few pacemakers and other medical devices that come with batteries is important before the cremation occurs. The batteries contain combustible chemicals and could explode because of extreme exposure to heat. Surgical items such as pins, screws, and joints can stay in place during the process of cremation.

 

 

Is it Essential To Remove Organs Before Cremation?

Organ removal only happens if the family of the deceased body gives consent for donation; otherwise, it is not necessary to remove organs for cremation.

 

Many people register themselves as organ donors during their lifetimes. Even if they don't, the family or next of kin may be asked for approval to use the dead body's person's organs for suitable organ transplant cases. The family must give their consent before the organ removal procedure, although this is a decision that should be made as soon as the patient dies to keep the organs alive and eligible for the transplant.

 

The following article explains more about the organ and donor procedure.

 

 

How Many Cremation Chambers Are Used for Cremating One Body?

A single coffin can fit into a cremation chamber at a time.

 

 

How Can the Family Be Assured of Receiving the Correct Ashes of the Body?

The chances for mix up-s in a cremating process are very unlikely as the cremator allows one standard-sized coffin to fit inside the cremator. It reduces the chances of receiving other people's ashes.

 

Before the process of cremation starts, the nameplate on the coffin is double-checked with the order of cremation just to guarantee the correct identity of the dead person.

 

All the relevant information is present in the id card which accompanies the coffin. This card remains with the casket and ashes till the late person's family receives them.

 

 

What is the Cremation Process?

Any metal parts attached to the coffin, like handles, are removed before the cremation starts. The temperature of the cremator is between 800-1000 degrees.

 

When the temperature rises, the coffin is ready to be inserted. The deceased is placed feet-first in the chamber. A cremation chamber is a kind of industrial furnace with fire-resistant bricks walls. The increased temperature results in cremation to occur.

After the cremation process is over for the body and casket, the remains are left to cool. The removal of metallic contents like nails and screws of the coffin is essential, and then the remaining ashes are cooled down.

As the ashes reach an average temperature, the ashes present in a large size in the mixture are ground into fine particles. This is the reason why cremated remains are usually called 'ashes.' A cooling down procedure after producing the ashes in a large tray is important. Upon reaching a cool temperature, the ashes are added to a sealed container or an urn. They are ready to be collected from the crematory or delivered to the deceased family's place.

 

How Long Does The Process of Cremation Take?

An adult body takes around two hours to cremate. This period includes the entire process – including preparation and cooling – typically taking about three hours in total.

 

However, the number of hours for cremation vary depending on several factors, which may include the following:

●     the body mass of the deceased person

●     the bone density

●     the kind of coffin that is cremated.

 

 

What Other Things Can You Put in a Coffin for a Cremation?

Many people wish to place sentimental items in the coffins of their loved ones before cremation, like flowers, plush toys, or handwritten notes and simple cards. Other families may wish to dress the deceased body for the cremation.

 

Anything other than medical devices, battery-operated pacemakers, or phones can be placed in a casket during cremation.

 

This article will provide you with a better understanding of the process of cremation and what things should be considered before creating a body.

The team at ADC would be honored to assist you in preparing a memorial ceremony for your loved one and make sure you don't have any unnecessary burden on your shoulders during the grieving process.

ADC cremation offers affordable and straightforward prepaid and immediate-need cremations. To learn more about our services, visit the A Direct Cremation website or call us on 352-354-4413.

 

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