Technical summary
The FBEI gear-pump line is specified in Ipirá, Bahia for local industry — flow and pressure set by the actual system curve. Cabreúva-SP factory (1466 km), API 676 and direct technical service from FB engineering.
FBE Gear Pumps
FBE Gear Pumps in Ipirá
Typical fluids in Ipirá's industrial operations include óleos industriais and água industrial — a vector that determines whether the correct specification is the FBE/FBEI (gear) or FBCN/FBOT (centrifugal / thermal oil) series. FB Bombas serves Ipirá with a complete aftermarket package for FB pumps — factory spare parts, preventive maintenance, vibration troubleshooting (ISO 10816 analysis), ISO 21940 G2.5 balancing and replacement of a normalized pump on the existing ASME B73.1 baseplate. CRCC Petrobras registration valid in BA qualifies FB Bombas for direct supply to Ipirá in refining and petrochemical operations, with FBE (API 676) and FBCN (ASME B73.1) series and materials specified per NACE MR0175 for sour service with H2S. FB Bombas is the national industrial-pump manufacturer serving Ipirá (BA) with direct factory service from Cabreúva-SP. For local industry — the dominant industrial calling of Ipirá — we recommend the FBE, FBCN, FBOT and FBEI series, with field-validated materials, cartridge mechanical seal and characteristic curve certified on an hydraulic bench. Ipirá is served by the BR-116 (via Fernão Dias BR-381 até MG) axis and also by highways BR-116, BR-101 and BR-324 for heavy-cargo movement — relevant for delivery of mounted skids and large pump-and-motor sets. Only 126 km from the refining cluster of Sao Francisco Do Conde, Ipirá benefits from logistics spillover and movement of technical professionals — FB Bombas has a service track record in the region. Based in Cabreúva-SP at 1466 km via BR-116 (via Fernão Dias BR-381 até MG), FB Bombas delivers to Ipirá industrial pumps manufactured in-house since 1944 plus continuous technical support.
Nationwide Service
1455km from factory
FBE Gear Pumps|Desde 1944
Typical fluids in Ipirá's industrial operations include óleos industriais and água industrial — a vector that determines whether the correct specification is the FBE/FBEI (gear) or FBCN/FBOT (centrifugal / thermal oil) series. FB Bombas serves Ipirá with a complete aftermarket package for FB pumps — factory spare parts, preventive maintenance, vibration troubleshooting (ISO 10816 analysis), ISO 21940 G2.5 balancing and replacement of a normalized pump on the existing ASME B73.1 baseplate. CRCC Petrobras registration valid in BA qualifies FB Bombas for direct supply to Ipirá in refining and petrochemical operations, with FBE (API 676) and FBCN (ASME B73.1) series and materials specified per NACE MR0175 for sour service with H2S. FB Bombas is the national industrial-pump manufacturer serving Ipirá (BA) with direct factory service from Cabreúva-SP. For local industry — the dominant industrial calling of Ipirá — we recommend the FBE, FBCN, FBOT and FBEI series, with field-validated materials, cartridge mechanical seal and characteristic curve certified on an hydraulic bench. Ipirá is served by the BR-116 (via Fernão Dias BR-381 até MG) axis and also by highways BR-116, BR-101 and BR-324 for heavy-cargo movement — relevant for delivery of mounted skids and large pump-and-motor sets. Only 126 km from the refining cluster of Sao Francisco Do Conde, Ipirá benefits from logistics spillover and movement of technical professionals — FB Bombas has a service track record in the region. Based in Cabreúva-SP at 1466 km via BR-116 (via Fernão Dias BR-381 até MG), FB Bombas delivers to Ipirá industrial pumps manufactured in-house since 1944 plus continuous technical support.
Coverage
Nationwide Service
Distance
1455km from factory
80+
Years
API
Compliant
100%
Tested
80+
Years in Market
CRCC
Petrobras Approved
27
States Served
API 610/676
Certified Pumps
Technical summary
Direct answer for industrial projects — recommended series, standards compliance and logistics.
FBE Gear Pumps Industrial in Ipirá
Local context
Typical fluids in Ipirá's industrial operations include óleos industriais and água industrial — a vector that determines whether the correct specification is the FBE/FBEI (gear) or FBCN/FBOT (centrifugal / thermal oil) series. FB Bombas serves Ipirá with a complete aftermarket package for FB pumps — factory spare parts, preventive maintenance, vibration troubleshooting (ISO 10816 analysis), ISO 21940 G2.5 balancing and replacement of a normalized pump on the existing ASME B73.1 baseplate. CRCC Petrobras registration valid in BA qualifies FB Bombas for direct supply to Ipirá in refining and petrochemical operations, with FBE (API 676) and FBCN (ASME B73.1) series and materials specified per NACE MR0175 for sour service with H2S. FB Bombas is the national industrial-pump manufacturer serving Ipirá (BA) with direct factory service from Cabreúva-SP. For local industry — the dominant industrial calling of Ipirá — we recommend the FBE, FBCN, FBOT and FBEI series, with field-validated materials, cartridge mechanical seal and characteristic curve certified on an hydraulic bench. Ipirá is served by the BR-116 (via Fernão Dias BR-381 até MG) axis and also by highways BR-116, BR-101 and BR-324 for heavy-cargo movement — relevant for delivery of mounted skids and large pump-and-motor sets. Only 126 km from the refining cluster of Sao Francisco Do Conde, Ipirá benefits from logistics spillover and movement of technical professionals — FB Bombas has a service track record in the region. Based in Cabreúva-SP at 1466 km via BR-116 (via Fernão Dias BR-381 até MG), FB Bombas delivers to Ipirá industrial pumps manufactured in-house since 1944 plus continuous technical support.
Technical solutions
In viscous fluid services in Ipirá, the FBE works where centrifugals lose efficiency: gear volumetric efficiency improves with viscosity, covering up to 100,000 SSU and 350 °C with a heating jacket — the typical case of óleos e água industrial. The design counterpart is mandatory — a discharge line protected by a relief valve, because positive displacement does not tolerate blockage. Ipirá typically calls for FBEI and FBCN — an initial recommendation based on local productFit, dominant industrial cluster and identified fluid profile; final technical approval is refined by application engineering. Ipirá: óleos industriais and água industrial suggest materials such as austenitic stainless steels (AISI 304/316) with attention to thermal expansion — a choice impacting both durability and cost of the pump-and-motor set. For Ipirá, the FB protocol includes hydrostatic test at 1.5× design pressure, performance run and ISO 21940 G2.5 balancing — all documented in the Data Book.
Why FB Bombas
Ipirá: low fluid complexity, lean fluid roster — technical operation focused on few main vectors. Ipirá has a services-oriented economy (39.1% of value added, IBGE 2021; 2023 GDP of R$ 799 million) — in this profile, typical projects involve centrifugals for utilities, reservoirs and fire networks, with the FBCN as the reference series. Ipirá: high industrial density — multiple plants in a small radius, meaningful cumulative demand — a variable influencing commercial strategy and service logistics. In Ipirá, óleos industriais and água industrial form the typical fluid set — guiding both series selection (gear, centrifugal, thermal oil) and constructive detail (closed/open/semi-open impeller). In Ipirá, near a refino cluster, applications such as crude transfer, distillation-tower circulation, charge pumps for reactors and movement of derivatives make up the operational agenda — each backed by technical references in the FBE/FBCN/FBOT catalogues. Ipirá shows cases like series FBEI for transferência geral and series FBCN for utilidades — a package FB Bombas addresses with real-curve sizing, material recommendation and dimensioned seal configuration.
Logistics & support
Logistics lead time to Ipirá is 48-72h, with possible technical stop — variable with cargo type, season and specific optimizations. 1466 km separate the Cabreúva-SP factory from Ipirá via BR-116 (via Fernão Dias BR-381 até MG) — an axis sized for movement of pumps, skids and pump-and-motor sets. The factory-to-Ipirá logistics cycle begins with documented dispatch: invoice, packing list, test certificates and the equipment's technical manual.
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For projects with FBE pumps in Ipirá, talk to FB application engineering: viscosity analysis, available NPSH, seal materials and operating regime — technical response within 24-48 business hours.
Talk to engineeringWhy FB Bombas
National leadership in industrial pumping
For over 82 years, we have manufactured industrial pumps in Cabreúva-SP. From north to south, we serve the country's main industrial hubs with gear (FBE/FBEI) and centrifugal (FBCN/FBOT) pumps — engineered, machined and assembled in our own manufacturing facility.
Our engineering team sizes each pump for the customer's actual application, with bench testing before shipping. This technical rigor — combined with direct support from our team — is what has sustained the trust of groups like Petrobras, Vale and CSN for generations.
Brazil Differentiators
Advantages for your Industrial Operation
What changes when the pump comes straight from the manufacturer: engineering, stock and logistics under one roof in Cabreúva-SP.
Complete National Coverage
Technical support across all 27 Brazilian states, from inland regions to major industrial capitals.
Brazil-Wide Logistics
Nationwide deliveries through partner carrier network with optimized lead times.
Dedicated Engineering
Technical team available for sizing, project work and after-sales support across any region.
Strategic Stock
Original spare parts for the FBE, FBEI, FBCN and FBOT series stocked at our own factory, ready to ship.
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Own factory in Cabreúva/SP with full production capability, serving Ipirá and all of Brazil
Own Manufacturing
Engineering, CNC machining and assembly — all integrated in our Cabreúva/SP factory.
Custom Projects
We size and build complete systems, ready for installation at your industrial plant.
Replacement Parts
We keep original parts in stock for all series, ensuring continuity of your operation.
Industrial Production
Production line with centrifugal and gear pumps assembled and tested in our manufacturing plant.
FB Bombas serves Ipirá and the entire Bahia region with gear pumps (internal & external) and centrifugal pumps for your industrial application. Request a quote and receive a personalized proposal.
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Four catalog series, fire-fighting systems and engineered-to-order — in-house manufacturing and hydrostatic testing on 100% of pumps
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Industrial Capacity
Production line dedicated to industrial pumps
Our manufacturing plant in Cabreúva-SP integrates engineering, CNC machining and assembly under one roof. Every pump is validated through bench testing before reaching the customer — ensuring it ships ready for real application.
350°C
Max. Temp. FBOT
1,350 l/min
Max. Flow FBE (standard line)
2,200 m³/h
Max. Flow FBCN
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ipirá
What certifications does FB Bombas hold?
What certifications does FB Bombas hold?
Four pillars: a current Petrobras CRCC registration for Oil & Gas; API 676 (positive displacement) on the FBE series; ASME B73.1 (process centrifugals) on the FBCN series; and NFPA 20 / NBR 16704 compliance for stationary fire pumps.
How is pump sizing performed?
How is pump sizing performed?
Sizing is performed by FB Bombas’ application engineering team based on four key variables: desired flow, differential pressure, working temperature and fluid viscosity. Additional data such as available NPSH, operating cycle and fluid chemical compatibility are also considered. The service is free of charge for customers in Ipirá.
Are FB pumps easy to maintain?
Are FB pumps easy to maintain?
Yes. The design of the FBE and FBCN lines favors direct access to wear-prone components — disassembly and inspection are done with conventional tools. The routine gets even simpler with detailed technical manuals and replacement parts supplied straight from the factory.
Can FB Bombas pumps be financed via BNDES / FINAME in Ipirá?
Can FB Bombas pumps be financed via BNDES / FINAME in Ipirá?
They can. FB Bombas' accreditation in FINAME (the BNDES Special Industrial Financing Agency), as a Brazilian manufacturer, makes equipment destined for Ipirá eligible for the BNDES Finame lines — Industrial Working Capital, Modernization and Capital Goods —, which offer preferential conditions for national industry. The product's FINAME code is provided by the commercial team on the technical proposal, ready to compose the customer's financial plan.
What type of mechanical seal do FB pumps use?
What type of mechanical seal do FB pumps use?
Mechanical seal configuration is defined by engineering according to the fluid, temperature and operating pressure. Options include single seals, double seals (tandem or back-to-back), cartridge seals and packing glands for specific applications. For hazardous fluids, double seals with barrier are recommended.
Are FB pumps delivered to Ipirá with a traceable Data Book?
Are FB pumps delivered to Ipirá with a traceable Data Book?
They are. For each delivery to Ipirá, FB Bombas assembles the unit's complete technical Data Book, containing: hydraulic test certificate, material certificates — stainless steel, duplex or ductile cast iron, per spec —, ISO 21940 G2.5 balancing report, characteristic curve obtained on the bench, API 682 mechanical-seal data sheets, operation and maintenance manual and as-built drawings. Full traceability happens through the serial number.
Does FB Bombas serve cities neighboring Ipirá?
Does FB Bombas serve cities neighboring Ipirá?
Yes. FB Bombas serves the entire metropolitan region and microregions neighboring Ipirá with the same technical support and logistics structure. This regional reach allows serving industrial plants distributed across multiple cities in a coordinated way.
What types of fluids can FB pumps handle?
What types of fluids can FB pumps handle?
The FB portfolio handles an extensive spectrum of fluids. The FBE series takes mineral and synthetic oils, asphalt (CAP), BPF fuel oils, petroleum derivatives, molasses, resins plus viscous chemical and hydraulic products; the FBCN series works with raw and treated water, process fluids and industrial effluents; the FBOT series is dedicated to thermal oil at elevated temperatures. Each case is sized considering viscosity, temperature and chemical compatibility.
Does FB Bombas manufacture custom pumps?
Does FB Bombas manufacture custom pumps?
Yes — the standard catalog is only the starting point. For special applications, FB Bombas engineers custom solutions: changes in construction materials, sealing arrangements, integrated heating systems, skids, mobile assemblies and retrofit of existing installations. Before manufacturing, every special project is validated by engineering.
What is the delivery lead time for pumps to Ipirá?
What is the delivery lead time for pumps to Ipirá?
Lead time depends on the chosen series, construction materials and stock availability. For standard configuration pumps, lead times are shorter; for special or custom constructions, the schedule is informed in the technical proposal. Logistics for Ipirá is handled by our regular road operator.
Need gear or centrifugal pumps in Ipirá?
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