At Chestnut Funeral Homes, in the process of simple cremation winnipeg, the corpse is reduced to skeletal remains, bone fragments, and ash. The ashes are gathered in a tray, where they are allowed to cool. A few non-consumed metal objects may remain, including dental work, surgical screws, and casket parts. These are removed with forceps and disposed of according to local laws. The cremated remains are generally pasty white.
In most cases, a body is prepared for cremation before transferred to an urn or temporary container. Once transferred to a container provided by the family, the remains are cleaned and dressed for identification. Typically, the cremated remains are not embalmed; only the remains of a deceased person are embalmed for viewing in public. However, embalmed bodies may be returned to the family if they are uninhabitable or disposed of in the wrong way.
Cremation takes place in a specialized furnace at temperatures of around 1,800 degrees Fahrenheit. The heat and pressure of cremation will reduce the body to bone fragments. In addition, a heavy-duty corrugated cardboard box may be used in place of the traditional cremation casket. A cremation furnace is also equipped with a retort, a chamber specifically designed for human cremation. Its temperature will result in the complete decomposition of the body, including any jewellery and watches.
The amount of ash produced by a cremation depends on the size of the body and the type of process used by the crematory. The cremated remains are usually between three and nine pounds, depending on the cremation process and the size of the body. In the case of low-temperature burns, it is possible for the remains to move around. But modern cremation chambers are efficient enough that a human body is instantly dissolved, leaving only the skeleton.
After the cremation process, the cremated remains are transferred to the urn or temporary container. Identifiable paperwork and the urn are deposited in the containers. Both containers are then labeled with the deceased’s name. This allows the crematory staff to identify the ashes. It’s important to note that some items are combustible and may pose a danger to the operator or equipment used for cremation.
The process of cremation typically begins after the service has ended. After the service, the funeral director collects the deceased. The deceased body is stored in a temperature-controlled room of the funeral home. Cremation does not require embalming, though some families choose to do so. The deceased’s body is dressed in clothes chosen by the family and any jewelry is removed before the process. Ashes can be picked up or delivered within a few weeks.
After the funeral, the body is placed in a room where it can be cooled. It is kept between 36 and 39 degrees Fahrenheit to prevent the body from decomposing too quickly. It may not be possible to see the body before it is cremated due to natural decomposition and cosmetic appearance. However, if the body is embalmed, the family can see it after restorative art is applied to it.
