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FBE Gear Pumps

FBE Gear Pumps in Aratuba

FB Bombas serves Aratuba from its Cabreúva-SP factory, with transport via BR-116 (via BA/PI) and application-engineering support for dimensioning according to the actual operation profile. The BR-116 (via BA/PI) corridor combined with highways BR-116, BR-222 and BR-020 composes the freight mesh to Aratuba — a cost variable in pricing skids, pump-motor sets and indivisible cargo with escort. FB Bombas is the national industrial-pump manufacturer serving Aratuba (CE) with direct factory service from Cabreúva-SP. For agronegócio — the dominant industrial calling of Aratuba — we recommend the FBCN series, with field-validated materials, cartridge mechanical seal and characteristic curve certified on an hydraulic bench. For projects in Aratuba that demand formal technical qualification, FB Bombas series cover ASME B73.1 (FBCN), API 676 (FBE/FBEI), NFPA 20 and NBR 16704 (FBFS systems) — a combination that removes the need for additional suppliers across fire-fighting and process scope. Through 77-km proximity to the industrial district cluster of Maracanau, Aratuba inherits technical-qualification standards (CRCC, sector audits and customer-side homologation standards) and approved suppliers — a favorable context for normalized FB solutions. Agronegócio operations in Aratuba map to the FB Bombas FBCN series. FBCN centrifugal pumps for irrigation, water transfer and utility systems in agribusiness. Certified characteristic curve covers Robust for field, Low maintenance, High performance. Aratuba requires pumping of defensivos viscosos and água, a fluid set for which FB Bombas already has product series with field-validated material selection.

Nationwide Service
2263km 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.

Technical summary

The FBEI gear-pump line is specified in Aratuba, Ceará for agronegócio — flow and pressure set by the actual system curve. Cabreúva-SP factory (2273 km), API 676 and direct technical service from FB engineering.

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FBE Gear Pumps Industrial in Aratuba

Local context

FB Bombas serves Aratuba from its Cabreúva-SP factory, with transport via BR-116 (via BA/PI) and application-engineering support for dimensioning according to the actual operation profile. The BR-116 (via BA/PI) corridor combined with highways BR-116, BR-222 and BR-020 composes the freight mesh to Aratuba — a cost variable in pricing skids, pump-motor sets and indivisible cargo with escort. FB Bombas is the national industrial-pump manufacturer serving Aratuba (CE) with direct factory service from Cabreúva-SP. For agronegócio — the dominant industrial calling of Aratuba — we recommend the FBCN series, with field-validated materials, cartridge mechanical seal and characteristic curve certified on an hydraulic bench. For projects in Aratuba that demand formal technical qualification, FB Bombas series cover ASME B73.1 (FBCN), API 676 (FBE/FBEI), NFPA 20 and NBR 16704 (FBFS systems) — a combination that removes the need for additional suppliers across fire-fighting and process scope. Through 77-km proximity to the industrial district cluster of Maracanau, Aratuba inherits technical-qualification standards (CRCC, sector audits and customer-side homologation standards) and approved suppliers — a favorable context for normalized FB solutions. Agronegócio operations in Aratuba map to the FB Bombas FBCN series. FBCN centrifugal pumps for irrigation, water transfer and utility systems in agribusiness. Certified characteristic curve covers Robust for field, Low maintenance, High performance. Aratuba requires pumping of defensivos viscosos and água, a fluid set for which FB Bombas already has product series with field-validated material selection.

Technical solutions

Aratuba receives equipment after hydraulic testing and ISO 21940 G2.5 balancing — traceable report attached to the Data Book. The transferência em armazéns and irrigação de processo set accounts for a large share of industrial demand in Aratuba; FB Bombas keeps documented history of analogous applications for sizing benchmarks. Technical fit in Aratuba points to FBEI and FBCN as the series suitable for typical local operations — a baseline recommendation; the final specification depends on the specific process parameters. What defines the FBE external gear pump in Aratuba is its behavior under variable pressure: being positive displacement, flow follows speed and practically ignores backpressure swings in the line — the typical case of defensivos e fertilizantes líquidos. Two installation requirements follow from this physics: a sized relief valve on the discharge and, for fluids that harden when cold, a heating jacket on the pump body.

Why FB Bombas

Fluid-roster complexity in Aratuba is low — lean fluid roster — technical operation focused on few main vectors. The demand profile in Aratuba reflects medium density — regular and predictable opportunity pipeline. With an agribusiness profile (35.1% of value added in agriculture, IBGE 2021) and a 2023 GDP of R$ 191 million, Aratuba concentrates demand on pumping tied to agro processing — from syrups and molasses to effluents and line cleaning. Typical fluids handled in Aratuba (defensivos viscosos and água) require careful selection of seal and coating materials — a central variable in pump sizing. The distrito-industrial cluster near Aratuba brings applications such as diverse applications — specialty chemicals, hydraulic oils, purified water and thermal oils — a repertoire FB Bombas serves with dedicated series and field-validated materials. agronegócio operations in Aratuba demand continuous pumping of process fluids, with preventive-maintenance windows aligned to plant scheduled outages.

Logistics & support

Typical transit time to Aratuba: 72h to 7 days, depending on modal and dry season — the window used in FB Bombas' standard commercial commitment. The main logistics axis between Cabreúva-SP and Aratuba is BR-116 (via BA/PI), totaling 2273 km — a route that sets the default delivery time for finished equipment. Dispatch from the Cabreúva-SP factory to Aratuba occurs after bench hydraulic testing and Data Book verification — mandatory steps in FB's quality control.

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Why 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.

FB Bombas manufacturing plant in Cabreúva-SP — Brazilian industrial pump manufacturer
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 Aratuba and all of Brazil

FB Bombas manufacturing plant with CNC machines and technical team in Cabreúva SP Brazil

Own Manufacturing

Engineering, CNC machining and assembly — all integrated in our Cabreúva/SP factory.

FB Bombas fire fighting system delivered to customer

Custom Projects

We size and build complete systems, ready for installation at your industrial plant.

FB Bombas replacement parts warehouse for industrial pumps

Replacement Parts

We keep original parts in stock for all series, ensuring continuity of your operation.

FBCN centrifugal pumps on FB Bombas factory floor

Industrial Production

Production line with centrifugal and gear pumps assembled and tested in our manufacturing plant.

FB Bombas serves Aratuba and the entire Ceará 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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FB Bombas production line with FBCN centrifugal pumps on the factory floor
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

Companies that Trust FB Bombas

Present in the largest industrial projects in Brazil and Latin America

Petrobras - Cliente FB Bombas
Vale - Cliente FB Bombas
BASF - Cliente FB Bombas
CSN - Cliente FB Bombas
WEG - Cliente FB Bombas
Cargill - Cliente FB Bombas
Ipiranga - Cliente FB Bombas
Mahle - Cliente FB Bombas
3M - Cliente FB Bombas

Gear Pumps in Nearby Cities

Regional service from Aratuba — same series, same factory in Cabreúva/SP.

Frequently Asked Questions about Aratuba

Does FB Bombas have a representative in Aratuba?

In Aratuba, service comes directly from the factory in Cabreúva/SP, through the FB Bombas team. The customer speaks with application engineering for sizing, receives the complete technical quotation within 3-5 business days and buys original parts at factory pricing. When project criticality warrants it, on-site technical visits to Aratuba are scheduled.

Are FB pumps easy to maintain?

Yes. The FBE and FBCN lines were designed with easy access to wear-prone components, allowing disassembly and inspection with conventional tools. Detailed technical manuals and direct factory replacement parts availability simplify maintenance routines.

Does FB Bombas serve Aratuba?

Yes, we do. Supply for Aratuba ships directly from the factory in Cabreúva/SP and includes engineering support, spare parts for all four series and free sizing — critical projects may receive an on-site technical visit.

Up to what temperature can FB Bombas pumps operate?

Limits vary by series. FBE and FBEI: up to 350°C, provided a heating jacket and special sealing are used. FBOT: up to 350°C in thermal oil circuits. FBCN: up to 260°C, with materials and sealing suited to the service. Well-sized sealing and materials are a condition for safe operation in these ranges.

Do FBCN pumps follow ASME B73.1 dimensional compliance?

They do. The FBCN series dimensionally meets ASME B73.1, the North American standard for horizontal end-suction process centrifugal pumps. In practice, a Aratuba plant running a normalized pump of the same designation achieves retrofit on the already-installed baseplate: since shaft dimensions, suction/discharge flanges, casing feet and impeller centerline follow the same standard, the FBCN pump takes the place of the previous one — piping and baseplate stay intact. Hydraulic equivalence (Q×H and NPSH) is checked separately, on the data sheet.

Are replacement parts available for customers in Aratuba?

Yes — with a structural advantage: since the FBE, FBEI, FBCN and FBOT series are manufactured entirely in Brazil, parts ship from the factory itself in Cabreúva/SP, with short lead times for planned shutdowns and priority handling for emergencies. The direct effect is a lower total cost of ownership.

How do I contact FB Bombas’ technical team?

There are three channels: WhatsApp +55 11 97287-4837, email comercial@fbbombas.com.br and the form on our website. Technical questions get priority response within the same business day — the reply comes directly from application engineering.

Can FB Bombas pumps be financed via BNDES / FINAME in Aratuba?

They can. FB Bombas' accreditation in FINAME (the BNDES Special Industrial Financing Agency), as a Brazilian manufacturer, makes equipment destined for Aratuba 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.

How long has FB Bombas been in the market?

FB Bombas' trajectory as an industrial pump manufacturer began in 1944 and adds up to over 82 years of continuous experience. Engineering, manufacturing and testing operate under one roof at the Cabreúva/SP factory — a guarantee of total quality control on every unit that reaches Aratuba and the rest of Brazil.

What is the balancing grade of FB pumps for critical projects in Aratuba?

ISO 21940 G2.5 is the grade applied to the rotating set of FB Bombas pumps — direct equivalence with what API 610 asks for heavy-duty service. Critical projects in Aratuba depend on this standard: continuous-regime operation, online vibration monitoring at the plant or high cost tied to unplanned downtime. When rotation exceeds 3,600 RPM or rotating mass goes over 50 kg, two-plane balancing is executed using a piezoelectric sensor.

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