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The Derci Pilot Opportunity
Derci is inviting up to 3 forward-looking operators to join a collaborative pilot program that removes the traditional barriers to offering aquamation. This program is built for partners who want to add or expand aquamation in a practical, supported way while helping shape the future of the Derci brand.
Pilot Program partners receive unlimited use of Derci aquamation retort(s), software, installation, training, and ongoing maintenance.
Our focus is expanding national access to aquamation, by becoming your partner and learning together as we grow.
Partner Benefits
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24 month agreement with option to extend. Option to purchase unit after 48 months. Derci to be paid per use, with minimums TBD.
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The right partner will be a committed operator who is open to collaboration, willing to share thoughtful feedback, and able to participate in regular check-ins. Your insights will directly inform our learning process and help shape a strong, responsible foundation for our future franchise offering.
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You’ll have a dedicated advisor guiding you every step of the way, plus integrated marketing and PR support designed to help you communicate new service offerings confidently and effectively. You’ll also get early access to our research before public release, including original data and trend insights that few other providers are studying.
The funeral profession is undergoing a major shift: cremation rates in the U.S. are projected to rise above 80 percent by 2045, dramatically changing service demand and preferences. Families are increasingly choosing eco-conscious, affordable options, reshaping both the volume and type of services funeral homes must plan for.
That makes forward-looking data invaluable. Access to this research gives you a clearer view of what the next decades could look like in terms of your own case volume, staffing needs, inventory and equipment planning, facility capacity, and service mix. Being able to anticipate these trends allows you to staff wisely, avoid last-minute scrambling, and position your firm to serve families with excellence, today and for the next 30 years.
We are committed to documenting, studying, and analyzing the impact of demographic and market changes on death care, and to sharing practical insights that empower directors to make smarter, long-term business decisions.
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Expand your sales by assisting your neighbors.
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Derci provides inbound and outbound PR support, and related marketing advantages. We will also feature your business on our website.
The Application Process
Step 1: Inquire Below
Let’s get to know each other! The initial application below takes under 5 minutes - we are hoping to make our final selections by the end of February 2026.
Step 2: Site Visit
As part of the application process, we come to you to learn more about your business and operations. This visit is designed as an open, collaborative conversation. This is an opportunity for you to ask questions, share insights, and explore whether this partnership is the right fit for both of us.
Step 3: Letter of Intent
If selected, this non-binding agreement initiates the manufacturing process and allows us to begin formal planning together.
Step 4: Order & Ship
Upon finalizing a more detailed contract, we deliver the equipment to your location. We provide hands-on, on-site training for your team, along with ongoing remote marketing and communications support. We handle all maintenance, customer service and auditing, so you can focus on serving families.