3rd Quarter Merchandising Test 2 Flashcards
Casket key inserted into opening in top body molding at the foot end.Threaded cover seals the opening.Most common
end lock casket
Similar to end lock.Top body molding on front side.Located where the head and foot caps meet.
Side lock casket
side lock casket is also called…
front lock casket
Small lever or handle pulled forward to open cap Pushed backward to close cap(s).Pulls cap(s) against the gasket.
Lever lock casket
Screw-type fastener.Seal created as fasteners are tightened.Pulls cap(s) against the gasket.ALSO IN A NON-GASKETED CASKET
threaded fastener casket
Pushed backward or pulled forward to open cap Spring-loaded or operated manually.Hold latch when closing.Prevents loud “click” sound.
latch closure casket
Types of gasketed caskets…
End lockSide lock (front lock)Lever lockThreaded fastener
Types of non-gasketed casket closures
latch closurethreaded fastenerchemical compound hermetically sealed
Epoxy, glue, etc.Secure cap(s) to the body.May create “protective/sealing” casket.Depending on materials and casket construction.
Chemical compounds
Completely sealed by fusion or soldering.Air and water-tight.
Hermetically sealed
standard adult sized wood casket
75” x 22”
Casket size is based on ______________. The size may vary between ________________.
inside dimensions manufacturer
standard adult sized metal casket
78” x 23”
For an oversize or extra size casket the width increases by……
2 inches
Each X equals _____ inches wider
2
XX means ______ inches wider
4
XXX means ______ inches wider
6
Length of an oversized casket increases by _______
3 inches
Adjustments in length may/may not correspond with ______________
increases in casket width
an oversize casket may require_____________
an oversize outer burial container
You should measure ___________ of the casket, including _____ & ___________.
outside dimensionsbodyhardware
material of an infant and child caskets are __________
similar to or same as adult caskets, but dimensions vary.
size increase of infant/child casket is by ________
6 inch steps (increments) in length
infant/child cast widths are made ____________ to length
proportional
OBC stands for….
outer burial containers
any container designed for placement in the grave around the casket
outer burial containers
types of outer burial containers
burial vaultsgrave boxesgrave liners
Just because you order an oversized casket DOES NOT mean that ______________
the length will change from the normal length
Always _________ the infant/child before ordering the casket.
measure
according to FTC-a generic name for any container which surrounds the casket in the grave…this includes vaults and grave liners
OBC
outer container which offers protection from the earth load. Possesses “sealing” or “protective” qualities.
Vault
Originally used to prevent grave robbery, now supports the earth load.Often required for cemetery maintenance purposes and inhibits (limits) the intrusion of outside elements.
vault
materials used in vaults
concretemetalpolymerfiberglass
types of concrete vaults
non-reinforcedreinforced
these concrete vaults include steel rods, wire mesh, or some other material.Strengthens the concrete
reinforced concrete vaults
Interior styles of caskets
Shirred Crushed Tufted Tailored Semi-tailored Specialty panels
Material is drawn or gathered in parallel strips and sewn with multiple needles.
Shirred interior
Created by placing a lining material on a metal form, adding weights, steaming, and attaching to a suitable upholstery (backing) material.Gives appearance of shirred interior.Less expensive.
Crushed interior
Created by placing padding material between lining and backing materials.Stitches are made.Forms small raised puffs.Typically most expensive styles of casket interior.
Tufted interior
Fabric tightly stretched or drawn.Creates smooth appearance.
Tailored interior
Combination of tailored interior with one or more other styles.
Semi-tailored interior
Custom designed and hand-crafted panels.Inserted and replace standard head panel.
Specialty head panel
Interior material
Lining materialsBacking materialsPadding material
Lining materials
Line the portion of the casket.Typically designed to match interior components.
Types of lining materials
CrepeSatinVelvetLinenLinen weaveTwill weave
Thin crinkled cloth of silk, rayon, cotton, or wool. Typically in less expensive caskets.
Crepe
Fabric woven to create a smooth lustrous face and dull back.
Satin
Fabric of silk, cotton, and possibly rayon with a nap.Typically most expensive style of casket interior.
Velvet
Fabric made from flaxNoted for strength, coolness, and luster.
Linen
Fabric woven to look like linen.Less expensive than linen.
Linen weave
Textile weave in which threads are crossed over one another to give an appearance of diagonal lines.
Twill weave
Add support and weight to lining materials.
Backing materials
Types of backing materials
CardboardMasselinPlastic
Corrugated fiberboardOften used as lining material in the foot panel of selected caskets.
Cardboard
Pressed paper in sheet form.
Masselin
Synthetic or natural organic material shaped when soft and then hardened.Also available in sheets.
Plastic
Add bulk and softness.
Padding materials
Types of padding materials
CottonPolyethylene foamShredded paperSpun polyester
Wood shredded into spaghetti-like stringsSometimes called wood wool.
Excelsior
Casket exteriors
WoodMetalFiberglassPolymer
Woods can be…
UnfinishedNatural finishPainted finishesLaminateCloth covered