Batesville is a recognized leader in excellence, innovation and service in the death care industry.
Founded in 1884 as the Batesville Coffin Company, Batesville was purchased by John A. Hillenbrand in 1906, when it became the Batesville Casket Company.
Over the years, we’ve fulfilled Hillenbrand’s vision to create the finest funeral products. Today, Batesville is a leading provider of quality products and business solutions in the death care industry, offering the widest selection of burial and cremation products, memorial keepsakes and business and technology solutions that meet the changing needs of families and licensed funeral professionals across North America.
Batesville is committed to creating products that help families find healing and build a stronger future for funeral professionals and the death care industry. We do this by providing:
We help funeral professionals meet the needs of families experiencing a loss and start them on the path to healing.
We deliver innovative products and solutions that make a difference in the lives of families and matter to the funeral industry.
We create opportunities to help families understand the value of meaningful funerals and honoring their loved ones with a personalized tribute.
We help families honor the lives of those they love® in everything we do, from our products and services to our deep connections and partnerships with the funeral industry.
HONORING LIVESOur history of manufacturing excellence, product innovation, superior customer service, and reliable distribution spans more than a century. Our passion has never been stronger to lead the industry with positive changes that enhance funeral service.
Batesville Coffin Company is founded in Batesville, Indiana.
John A. Hillenbrand purchases Batesville Coffin Company and changes its name to Batesville Casket Company.
Batesville begins manufacturing metal caskets.
Continuing to innovate in casket design, the company introduces the original gasketed casket and first safety-sealed hardware.
The Memorial Record® system allows caskets to be sensitively identified after disaster.
Continuing innovation in casket design, Batesville introduces the lift/tilt adjustable bed.
Swing bar hardware is introduced on Batesville caskets.
The first embroidered designs for casket interiors are created and launched, lending a more personal touch to Batesville caskets.
First nationwide distribution system, allowing the fast, reliable delivery across the country.
The company starts its Living Memorial® program. Since then, more than 14.5 million trees have been planted under this program.
Recognizing a shift in consumer trends, Batesville launches fully tested and warranted oversize caskets.
Plush casket interiors are introduced for the first time.
Batesville releases the FailSafe® liner for metal caskets.
The company launches its Options® cremation line.
As part of an increasing focus on personalization, LifeSymbols® corners are introduced.
Batesville introduces the MemorySafe® drawer as a customization option.
Dimensions® by Batesville is introduced to serve the oversize and plus size casket market.
LifeStories® caskets and medallions are added to the product offering, increasing the range of options for personalizing Batesville caskets.
Expanded technology platforms offer complete business solutions to the industry.
A flexible dual overlay is introduced, marking a continued focus on innovation and personalization.
Batesville is part of a global, diversified industrial company with leading brands across multiple markets and industries.
VISIT HILLENBRANDThrough innovation and craftsmanship, we create funeral and memorialization products that support funeral professionals and the families they serve.
READ THE LATESTJoining Batesville means becoming part of a tight-knit family that thrives on teamwork, community, and making a difference in peoples' lives.
VIEW CAREERSWe help support the death care industry through long-term relationships with professional associations across the US and Canada.
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