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How Aquamation Works
What Is Aquamation?
Aquamation, also known as water cremation, aqua cremation, or alkaline hydrolysis, is an alternative method of final disposition. It is an eco-friendly process that uses a combination of water, gentle agitation, and alkali salts to accelerate the process of what happens naturally as the body breaks down.
Aquamation is gaining popularity as it offers a greener alternative to traditional flame-based cremation, saving 90% more energy, producing fewer greenhouse gases and harmful emissions while ensuring a gentle and serene process for your loved one's remains.
Learn about the process below.
The Aquamation Process
Preparation
Your loved one is respectfully positioned within a specially designed stainless steel vessel
Introducing Water and Alkali
A carefully measured mixture of water and alkali salts is added to the vessel, which raises the alkalinity of the water
Sealing and Activation
The vessel is securely sealed, and the aqua cremation process is set into motion
Organic Breakdown
The gentle warm water movement within the vessel facilitates the efficient breakdown of the body's organic materials
Honoring the Departed's Remains
Following the aquamation process, the remaining bone fragments are carefully retrieved
Cremated Remains Processing
Similar to traditional cremation, the bone fragments are processed further into a fine ash suitable for memorial purposes
Eco-Friendly Liquid Solution
The aquamation process leaves behind a sterile liquid solution which is entirely safe and eco-friendly
Honoring the Ecosystem
The water is responsibly treated, before safely returning it into our ecosystem