Lake Shore Burial Vaults

What Lake Shore Burial Vaults does

Lake Shore Burial Vaults Co., Inc. is a family-owned manufacturer of precast concrete products headquartered in Lannon, Wisconsin. Founded in 1911 and now in its third generation of McQuestion family leadership, the company operates two divisions: a Vault Division that manufactures and distributes the Doric line of burial vaults (from grave liners up to premium quad-wall Olympian vaults), cremation urn vaults, urns, and columbaria; and a Tank Division that produces precast concrete septic tanks (single, two, and three compartment), holding tanks, pump tanks, grease interceptors, catch basins, and advanced wastewater treatment systems. Manufacturing is conducted across four locations — a main plant and corporate office in Lannon, WI; satellite plants in Clinton and Columbus, WI; and a Midwest Operations facility in Valparaiso, IN.

The Vault Division's product architecture centers on multi-wall construction (double, triple, and quad wall) using proprietary inner liners (ABS Fiberlon and Lustra-Tech), 5000 psi reinforced concrete, and outer layers of bronze, copper, or stainless steel depending on model tier, sealed via the proprietary Doric Integra-Seal system. Premium Olympian quad-wall vaults carry warranties up to 200 years. The Tank Division extends into advanced wastewater treatment through a core partnership with Delta Environmental Products, offering the ECOPOD fixed film bioreactor (NSF 40 Class I certified, 49% nitrogen reduction without modifications, no internal moving parts) and the Whitewater in-suspension system, available in concrete or fiberglass tanks from 500-2000 GPD.

Revenue is generated on a transactional per-unit basis. Burial vaults, cremation urn vaults, urns, and columbaria are distributed exclusively through funeral homes in Wisconsin and Northern Illinois. Septic, wastewater treatment, and storm water products are sold directly to contractors, installers, and homeowners, with same-day delivery and on-site placement via one of the largest boom truck fleets in Wisconsin, Indiana, and Illinois. Pricing is quote-based; credit terms of 1% / 10 days – Net 30 days are extended to qualified customers. Funeral directors order through a dedicated online portal. The company holds memberships in 13+ industry trade associations spanning funeral service, cemetery, precast concrete, and onsite wastewater segments.

Name

Lake Shore Burial Vaults

Legal name

Lake Shore Burial Vaults Co., Inc.

Website

https://lsburialvaults.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1911

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Lake Shore Burial Vaults is a third-generation family-owned manufacturer of precast concrete burial vaults, cremation products, and septic/wastewater treatment systems, serving funeral homes, contractors, and homeowners across Wisconsin, Northern Illinois, and Indiana since 1911.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Burial Vaults and Septic Systems

NAICS

Other Concrete Product Manufacturing (327390), Concrete Pipe, Brick, and Block Manufacturing (32733)

SIC

Concrete Products, Except Block & Brick (3272)

akta.pro primary industry

Precast Concrete Products (IMADAAAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Concrete Pipe, Box Culverts & Drainage Structures (IMADAAAD), Water Storage & Delivery Infrastructure (Tanks, Reservoir Liners, Bladders) (AFABAHAK)

Keywords

• Precast concrete products
• Burial vaults
• Septic tanks
• Wastewater treatment systems
• Cremation products

Headquarters

HQ city

Brookfield

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Burial Vaults and Outer Burial Containers: Manufacture and sale of burial vaults ranging from grave liners to premium quad-wall Olympian vaults, sold through funeral homes. Revenue is generated on a per-unit transactional basis. Extended warranties (up to 200 years) are offered on premium models.
2. Cremation Products: Concrete urn vaults, cultured marble urn vaults, Revere polymer urn vaults, and wholesale urns from Doric and Terrybear brands. Sold through funeral homes and directly to families.
3. Precast Concrete Septic Tanks: Single, two, and three compartment precast concrete septic tanks sold to contractors, installers, and homeowners. Same-day delivery available in Wisconsin. Tank products are priced per unit with volume discounts for self-installing contractors.
4. Advanced Wastewater Treatment Systems: ECOPOD® aerobic treatment units and related advanced pretreatment components for POWTS, sold as complete systems or add-on components to existing septic installations.
5. Catch Basins and Storm Water Management: Precast concrete catch basins, grade rings, and related stormwater management products sold to contractors and municipalities.
6. Columbaria: Doric columbarium products for cemetery and cremation inurnment applications, sold through funeral home and cemetery channels.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Lake Shore Burial Vaults manufactures and distributes precast concrete products in two divisions: (1) a Vault Division offering the Doric line of burial vaults ranging from grave liners to premium quad-wall Olympian vaults, plus cremation urn vaults, urns, and columbaria, sold through funeral homes; and (2) a Tank Division manufacturing precast concrete septic tanks, holding tanks, pump tanks, grease interceptors, and advanced wastewater treatment systems (ECOPOD, Whitewater) for residential and commercial applications.

Product overview

Lake Shore Burial Vault Company is a family-owned manufacturer and distributor of precast concrete products serving the burial vault and septic/wastewater treatment industries. The company operates two divisions: (1) A Vault Division distributing the Doric line of burial vaults ranging from grave liners to premium quad-wall Olympian vaults, plus cremation products including urn vaults, urns, and columbaria; and (2) A Tank Division manufacturing precast concrete septic tanks, holding tanks, pump tanks, grease interceptors, and advanced wastewater treatment systems (ECOPOD, Whitewater) for residential and commercial POWTS applications. All products meet ASTM C1227 standards and are manufactured in Lannon, Wisconsin with satellite locations in Clinton and Columbus, WI, and Valparaiso, Indiana.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Olympian Quad Wall Burial Vault Premium quad wall burial vault with four layers of protection including inner bronze or stainless steel, ABS Fiberlon liner, reinforced concrete, and total exterior metal encasement. Weighs approximately 2800-2860 lbs with warranties up to full lifetime. Sold through funeral homes.
• Bronze Triple Wall Burial Vault Triple wall burial vault with 16 oz bronze liner bonded to ABS Fiberlon inner liner and 5000 psi reinforced concrete, with full bronze carapace. Features 200 year warranty. Sold through funeral homes.
• Lydian Triple Wall Burial Vault Triple wall burial vault with 16 oz copper liner bonded to ABS Fiberlon inner liner and 5000 psi reinforced concrete, with copper carapace. Weighs 2700 lbs with 150 year warranty. Sold through funeral homes.
• Athenian Triple Wall Burial Vault Triple wall burial vault with 26 gauge stainless steel bonded to ABS Fiberlon liner and 5000 psi reinforced concrete, with stainless steel carapace. Weighs 2700 lbs with 125 year warranty. Sold through funeral homes.
• Patrician Double Wall Burial Vault Premium double wall burial vault with ABS Lustra-Tech super high-impact plastic inner liner bonded to reinforced concrete. Features marble-look finish with wheat, cathedral, rose or smooth carapace designs. 100 year warranty. Sold through funeral homes.
• Phoenix Double Wall Burial Vault Double wall burial vault with Fiberlon polystyrene plastic inner liner reinforced with fibers for impact and compressive strength. Mid-range option in double wall collection. Sold through funeral homes.
• Arcadian Double Wall Burial Vault Double wall burial vault with Fiberlon liner bonded to 5000 psi reinforced concrete. Weighs 2500 lbs with 90 year warranty. Sold through funeral homes.
• Titan Double Wall Burial Vault Entry-level double wall burial vault with Durapreme polystyrene plastic inner liner. Weighs 2300 lbs with 70 year warranty. Sold through funeral homes.
• Grave Liners (Concrete Box, Lake Shore 4-1/2/Delphi) Non-sealed reinforced concrete containers for basic ground burial. Concrete box uses 5000 psi reinforced concrete. Lake Shore 4-1/2/Delphi adds asphalt coating and painted cover with nameplate. Sold through funeral homes.
• Daisy Chrisom Infant Burial Vault Combination infant casket and vault available in 18, 24, and 36 inch sizes. Features daisy-embossed top design with Daisy Bear keepsake, poem, and seed packet. Sold through funeral homes.
• Concrete Urn Vaults Reinforced concrete urn vaults with ribbed plastic lining and butyl sealing system for cremated remains protection. Available with metal linings including bronze, Lydian, and Athenian finishes. Sold through funeral homes.
• Cultured Marble Urn Vaults Handcrafted cultured marble urn vaults available in tall upright and short chest styles with five color options. Inner liner available in bronze, copper, or stainless steel. Sold through funeral homes.
• Revere Urn Vault Lightweight polymer urn vault with Doric Integra-Seal technology. Available in chestnut brown and pewter finishes. Sold through funeral homes.
• Wholesale Urns (Doric and Terrybear brands) Complete line of cremation urns distributed from Doric and Terrybear brands for various disposition options. Sold through funeral homes and directly to families.
• Doric Columbaria Inurnment structures for storing cremated remains in cemetery settings, distributed from Doric brand. Sold through funeral home and cemetery channels.
• Single Compartment Tanks Watertight precast concrete tanks available in septic, holding, and pump tank configurations for residential wastewater treatment. Sold direct to contractors, installers, and homeowners.
• Two Compartment Tanks Watertight precast concrete tanks with two chambers in septic/septic or septic/pump configurations. Available in 1,200 to 5,000 gallon capacities. Sold direct to contractors, installers, and homeowners.
• Three Compartment Tanks Watertight precast concrete tanks with three chambers for advanced wastewater storage and treatment. Available in 1,850 to 5,000 gallon capacities meeting ASTM C1227 standards. Sold direct to contractors, installers, and homeowners.
• Grease Interceptor Tanks Passive control devices designed to reduce fats, oils, greases, and solids from entering sanitary sewer systems through gravity separation. Sold direct to contractors and commercial customers.
• Holding Tanks Watertight storage tanks for wastewater in sites with shallow groundwater, poor soil conditions, or shallow bedrock where conventional systems cannot be installed. Sold direct to contractors, installers, and homeowners.
• ECOPOD Fixed Film Bioreactor Systems Fixed film wastewater treatment unit with NSF 40 Class I approval. Uses patented bioreactor POD with intra-tank clarifier. Achieves 49% nitrogen reduction. No internal moving parts. Available in concrete or fiberglass tanks from 500-2000 GPD. Sold through Delta Environmental partnership.
• Whitewater In-Suspension Systems In-suspension advanced wastewater treatment systems offered through Delta Environmental partnership for aerobic treatment. Sold to contractors and commercial customers.
• Catch Basins and Storm Water Management Products Precast concrete catch basins and grade rings in various shapes and sizes designed for storm water management solutions, including round and rectangular configurations. Sold direct to contractors and municipalities.
• Aerobic Treatment Units (ATUs) Advanced pretreatment components for POWTS that inject oxygen to support aerobic bacterial breakdown of effluent solids, achieving NSF Class One rating for enhanced treatment. Sold to contractors and commercial customers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Burial vaults are designed to endure static load (earth weight), dynamic load (heavy equipment), and impact load (vibration from equipment) over the grave
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Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature7 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Doric ProductscoreTechnology or IntegrationLake Shore Burial Vault is a manufacturer and distributor of the Doric line of burial vaults, including all Doric vault models (Olympians, Bronze, Lydian, Athenian, Phoenix, Arcadian, Titan, Patrician), Doric columbaria, and Doric Integra-Seal technology. Doric is the primary brand of burial products sold by the company.
• TerrybearminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLake Shore offers wholesale urns sourced from Terrybear, a manufacturer of cremation urns. Products are distributed through the company's funeral home channel.
• Delta Environmental ProductscoreTechnology or IntegrationLake Shore Burial Vault offers the full spectrum of Delta Environmental Onsite Wastewater Treatment Products including the ECOPOD fixed film series and Whitewater in-suspension series. Products include NSF-certified aerobic treatment units, pre-engineered drip disposal systems, and custom electrical alarm and control panels.
• Lietzau Septic and MoundminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRecommended septic installer located in Germantown, WI (N96 W18950 County Line Rd, Germantown, WI 53022, 262-251-2070). Also provides septic pumping and repair services.
• Butler EngineeringminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRecommended septic installer and soil tester in Waukesha, WI (W230 S3857 Milky Way Road, Waukesha, WI 53189, 262-650-2000).
• Jerry Hoefler ExcavatingminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRecommended septic installer and excavating contractor in Ixonia, WI (W1320 Marietta Avenue, Ixonia, WI 53036, 262-567-6982 / 920-261-3220).
• Lietzau Septic Pumping and RepairminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRecommended licensed waste hauler for septic tank pumping and repair services (referenced on the Waste Handlers page with website www.lietzaupumping.com).
• Wisconsin Onsite Water Recycling Association (WOWRA)minorOthersLake Shore Burial Vault is a proud member of WOWRA, a Wisconsin trade association for the onsite water recycling industry.
• Wisconsin Precast Concrete Association (WPCA)minorOthersLake Shore Burial Vault is a proud member of WPCA, representing precast concrete manufacturers in Wisconsin.
• National Concrete Burial Vault Association (NCBVA)minorOthersListed as a member organization. NCBVA is the national trade association for the burial vault industry.
• National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA)minorOthersListed as a member organization. NFDA is the leading funeral service professional organization.
• Wisconsin Funeral Directors Association (WFDA)minorOthersListed as a member organization. WFDA represents funeral directors in Wisconsin.
• International Cemetery, Cremation and Funeral Association (ICCFA)minorOthersListed as a member organization. ICCFA serves cemeteries and funeral service providers.
• Funeral Service Association (FSA)minorOthersListed as a member organization. FSA represents independent funeral homes.
• Wisconsin Burial Vault Association (WBVA)minorOthersListed as a member organization. WBVA is a Wisconsin state association for burial vault manufacturers.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Doric Products: Original equipment manufacturer of the Doric line of burial vaults and Integra-Seal technology that Lake Shore distributes. Same product category (multi-wall concrete burial vaults), same funeral home channel, and effectively the parent brand supplier for Lake Shore's vault division.
• Trigard Memorial Group: Manufacturer of concrete burial vaults and cremation products serving funeral homes across the Midwest and Southeast. Directly comparable offering of multi-tier burial vaults and cremation accessories distributed through funeral home channels.
• Jensen Precast: Multi-state precast concrete manufacturer offering septic tanks, burial vaults, and other precast products. Strong overlap with Lake Shore's tank division (septic/holding/grease interceptor) and similar regulatory-driven product mix, though operating at greater geographic scale.
• Norwalk Concrete Industries: Manufacturer of precast concrete products including burial vaults, septic tanks, and utility structures in the Midwest. Comparable two-division (burial + septic) precast business model serving similar funeral home and contractor channels.
• ConVault: Manufacturer of steel-protected concrete burial vaults and cremation products. Same product category and funeral home distribution model as Lake Shore's vault division.

Broad incumbents

• Wilbert Funeral Services: Largest national manufacturer of concrete burial vaults and outer burial containers in the U.S., with a licensee network across multiple states. Directly comparable product category (precast concrete burial vaults) but operates at far broader national scale than Lake Shore's regional footprint.
• Oldcastle Infrastructure: National precast concrete infrastructure manufacturer offering stormwater, utility, and septic-related precast products. Comparable concrete catch basins and stormwater management product lines, but as part of a much broader precast portfolio.

Regional players

• Wieser Concrete Products: Wisconsin-based precast concrete manufacturer of septic tanks, holding tanks, and agricultural precast products. Direct geographic and product overlap with Lake Shore's tank division in the Wisconsin market.

Others

• Terrybear: Wholesale manufacturer of cremation urns distributed by Lake Shore through its funeral home channel. Comparable cremation product category and adjacent rather than direct competition.
• Delta Environmental Products: Manufacturer of onsite wastewater treatment systems (ECOPOD, Whitewater) that Lake Shore distributes. Same advanced POWTS product category and a key technology partner rather than a competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Profiles4 records

Funding overview

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