Technical summary
For local industry in Choró, Ceará, FB Bombas sizes FBEI, FBCN series from its Cabreúva-SP factory (2226 km). ASME B73.1 standardization, hydraulic testing, Petrobras CRCC and 96h to 7 days logistics lead time.
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Gear & Centrifugal Pumps in Choró
Gear pumps (internal & external) and centrifugal pumps manufactured in Cabreúva/SP. Serving Choró and region — factory 2216km away. Technical response within 24h.
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2216km from factory
Local Service|Desde 1944
Gear pumps (internal & external) and centrifugal pumps manufactured in Cabreúva/SP. Serving Choró and region — factory 2216km away. Technical response within 24h.
Coverage
Nationwide Service
Distance
2216km 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.
Industrial Pumps in Choró — Ceará
Local context
In Choró, Ceará, FB Bombas serves local industry projects with the FBE, FBCN, FBOT and FBEI series — dedicated application engineering for sizing against the actual system curve, CRCC Petrobras certification and technical compliance with ASME B73.1 (centrifugal), API 676 (gear) and NFPA 20 / NBR 16704 (fire fighting). For Choró, FB Bombas offers retrofit of existing baseplates — the FBCN centrifugal follows ASME B73.1, whose dimension designation is common to the entire installed normalized fleet, whoever the original manufacturer was. The road network BR-116, BR-222 and BR-020, with BR-116 (via BA/PI) as the main axis, defines response time for critical-part shipments and technical visits to Choró. For projects in Choró 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. Typical fluids in Choró'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. Just 122 km separate Choró from the industrial district cluster of Maracanau — a distance that enables joint technical visits and dilution of mobilization cost across multiple customers. FB Bombas serves Choró 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.
Technical solutions
For the technical profile observed in Choró, FB Bombas application engineering recommends FBEI and FBCN as a starting point for sizing, subject to refinement per Q×H curve, available NPSH and actual fluid temperature. In Choró, transferência geral and utilidades are the applications that most often appear in local industrial operations; each defines a distinct set of process variables. Choró: óleos industriais and água industrial suggest materials such as AISI 316 or for chloride resistance in marine atmosphere — a choice impacting both durability and cost of the pump-and-motor set. Lead time for critical parts to Choró is typically 96h to 7 days — a function of distance (2226 km) and the available road modal.
Why FB Bombas
Choró shows a medium density — regular and predictable opportunity pipeline pattern, a structural factor that modulates predictability of recurring revenue and the viable contract type (spot, annual, multi-year). distrito-industrial cluster near Choró imposes a variable seasonality depending on plant mix — individualized planning pace — syncing equipment purchases, PM contracting and regional technical-team mobilization. In Choró, value added is dominated by services (50.8%, IBGE 2021), with a 2023 GDP of R$ 211 million — a profile where pumping demand concentrates on building infrastructure, sanitation, HVAC and utilities, FBCN centrifugal territory. Typical use cases identified for Choró: series FBEI for transferência geral and series FBCN for utilidades. Typical fluids handled in Choró (óleos industriais and água industrial) require careful selection of seal and coating materials — a central variable in pump sizing. The distrito-industrial cluster near Choró 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.
Logistics & support
The main logistics axis between Cabreúva-SP and Choró is BR-116 (via BA/PI), totaling 2226 km — a route that sets the default delivery time for finished equipment. Beyond the main route, Choró is accessible via BR-116, BR-222 and BR-020 — options that provide redundancy in case of blockages or restricted operating windows. Dispatch from the Cabreúva-SP factory to Choró occurs after bench hydraulic testing and Data Book verification — mandatory steps in FB's quality control.
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For projects in Choró, talk to FB engineering: technical analysis of the duty point, series and materials recommendation, hydraulic-test scope and Data Book. Direct service.
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.
Discover FB Bombas
Own factory in Cabreúva/SP with full production capability, serving Choró 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 Choró 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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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
Companies that Trust FB Bombas
Present in the largest industrial projects in Brazil and Latin America
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Industrial Applications Served
Brazilian sectors for which FB Bombas sizes equipment — complete technical guides per application.
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Neighboring cities served in the same region
FB Bombas serves Choró and neighboring municipalities with the same technical team — optimized visits and supply in joint campaigns.
Frequently Asked Questions about Choró
What is the advantage of buying from a national manufacturer like FB Bombas?
What is the advantage of buying from a national manufacturer like FB Bombas?
The advantages are concrete: faster delivery because nothing depends on imports; FB engineering providing direct technical support; spares secured by in-house parts manufacturing; local-currency pricing, free from exchange rate exposure; and physical presence on projects in Choró and surrounding areas. All from a company manufacturing in Brazil since 1944.
What types of pumps does FB Bombas manufacture?
What types of pumps does FB Bombas manufacture?
FB Bombas manufactures four major lines: FBE (external gear) for viscous fluids, FBEI (internal gear) for lubricating fluids, FBCN (normalized centrifugal) for water and low-viscosity fluids, and FBOT (specific centrifugal) for thermal oil circuits. We also serve fire protection systems in compliance with NFPA and NBR 16704.
What is the balancing grade of FB pumps for critical projects in Choró?
What is the balancing grade of FB pumps for critical projects in Choró?
FB Bombas' rotating set balancing follows ISO 21940 G2.5 — a grade equivalent to the API 610 requirement for heavy-duty service. It is the level demanded in critical Choró projects: continuous regime, plants with online vibration monitoring or operations where unplanned downtime is expensive. Above 3,600 RPM or with rotating mass beyond 50 kg, balancing is done on two planes, with a piezoelectric sensor.
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 retrofit older pumps?
Does FB Bombas retrofit older pumps?
Yes. FB Bombas offers retrofit of existing installations, including seal upgrades, replacement of worn components, adaptation for new fluids and hydraulic performance improvement. The assessment is based on a technical report of the current installation.
Does FB Bombas serve fire protection systems?
Does FB Bombas serve fire protection systems?
It does. FB pumps for stationary fire protection systems follow the NFPA standard (National Fire Protection Association) and ABNT's NBR 16704, requirements demanded in building and industrial projects that call for these certifications.
What is the warranty on FB pumps?
What is the warranty on FB pumps?
Every FB pump leaves the factory with a warranty against manufacturing defects, under the terms detailed in the commercial proposal. The condition is that installation, operation and maintenance respect the manual's parameters and the sizing defined by engineering. For details on your project in Choró, talk to our technical team.
Up to what temperature can FB Bombas pumps operate?
Up to what temperature can FB Bombas pumps operate?
Maximum temperature depends on the series: FBE and FBEI operate up to 350°C with heating jacket and special sealing; FBOT operates up to 350°C in thermal oil circuits; FBCN operates up to 260°C with proper materials and sealing. Correct sizing of sealing and materials is essential for safe operation.
Can FB Bombas pumps be financed via BNDES / FINAME in Choró?
Can FB Bombas pumps be financed via BNDES / FINAME in Choró?
They can. FB Bombas' accreditation in FINAME (the BNDES Special Industrial Financing Agency), as a Brazilian manufacturer, makes equipment destined for Choró 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 is the delivery lead time for pumps to Choró?
What is the delivery lead time for pumps to Choró?
The schedule is set by three factors: chosen series, construction materials and stock at order time. Standard configurations ship faster; custom ones receive a firm date in the technical proposal. Delivery to Choró is by road, shipping directly from the factory.
Need gear or centrifugal pumps in Choró?
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