Selecting a custom metal vault begins with two pieces of information: the dimensions of the casket the vault will enclose, and the conditions of the burial site where the vault will be placed. Casket sizing determines the vault's interior dimensions. Site conditions determine the steel gauge, alloy selection, surface coating, and sealing requirements. A cemetery located in a low-lying area with a fluctuating water table presents different engineering demands than a hilltop or ridge site with stable, well-drained ground. The vault specification should reflect those differences rather than defaulting to a one-size approach.
CMV Fabrication reviews both variables with every buyer before fabrication begins. Funeral directors who serve families across multiple cemeteries in their area can work with CMV Fabrication to identify the configurations that cover the range of casket sizes and site conditions they encounter most frequently. For individual families or estate planners making a single purchase, CMV Fabrication walks through the specification options and recommends a vault configuration based on the specific casket and the specific cemetery involved. The process is designed to produce a vault that fits correctly, protects effectively, and meets the buyer's expectations on finish and personalization.
