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BURIAL LINER [1 record]

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Record 1 2015-01-26

English

Subject field(s)
  • Funeral Services
CONT

A grave liner is made of reinforced concrete and will satisfy any cemetery requirement. Grave liners cover only the top and sides of the casket.

OBS

The purpose is to prevent the ground from caving in as the casket deteriorates over time.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Pompes funèbres
DEF

Construction sans fond, généralement en béton, qui permet un contact direct entre le cercueil et la terre et qui protège ce dernier des affaissements de terrain.

Spanish

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