Trigard introduces micro-columbarium for small cemeteries

Trigard Burial Vaults has created a columbarium no larger than the size of a traditional upright, granite memorial. Designed to accommodate the budget and space needs of smaller cemeteries, the Trigard Monu-Niche holds 12 cremation units, yet has the footprint of only 48-inches wide. Each unit can be used as a companion unit, so that the Monu-Niche can accommodate 24 loved ones. This unique cremation solution can be marketed to multiple families or as a private estate.

“It is an easy and affordable way for church and privately-owned cemeteries to meet cremation needs,” said Trigard Project Manager Blake Swinford. “The risk and commitment are minimal. Once cemeterians find success with a Monu-Niche, they can simply add more.” 

Sitting on a solid granite base, the Monu-Niche is designed to blend into the classical beauty in many cemeteries. It is also available in a 64-inch width and comes with personalized bronze cover plates. Built-in flower vases are optional. To learn more about Trigard, call 800-637-1992 or visit www.trigrad.com. 

Are you leaving money on the table?

Beth Vadeboncoeur, Accountant

As Trigard's in-house accountant, it's my job to be sure all of the numbers come together. I I have the unique perspective of watching the numbers on both the supplier side and the consumer side of the equation. This deserves extra attention when it comes to pre-arrangements.

For your customers who have prearranged and prepaid for memorials, how do you ensure money isn't left on the table at the time of need? When a family comes to you, ready to order their prearranged memorial, they may request special characters or more words or photos than their prepaid marker includes. Instead of just explaining the allowances to them and helping them edit away the extras, explain to them the small, additional charges required to make the memorial look exactly as they'd like it. Just as you would for an upgrade to a casket, burial vault or print package, use this opportunity to help the family celebrate their loved one's life just the way they want.

Having trouble calculating the difference? Call our customer service team at 800.798.4900. They'd be happy to help you work out the details or talk through design options.


Product spotlight: Take Classique to the next level
 
Have you ever worked with a family who likes the traditional look of the Classique memorials, but wants options that go beyond our standard offerings of Dogwood/Roses and Tierra/Pine? Thanks to our unique manufacturing process and talented designers, memorials can be modified to include custom borders, custom emblems not found in our library, or even an oxide portrait. And it's easy to communicate exactly what you want with our interactive order forms. There are, of course, additional costs for these customizations, but they give you even more flexibility to create a memorial that honors their loved one perfectly.
Call 800.798.4900 to learn more about how to customize Classique memorials or pricing.
 

This article originally appeared in Modern Memorialization, Trigard Memorials' weekly electronic newsletter featuring information for the funeral industry. Sign up for your free subscription at http://www.trigard.com/thursdays.