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FB Bombas industrial facility in Cabreúva-SP, Brazil
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Gear & Centrifugal Pumps in Crato

Gear pumps (internal & external) and centrifugal pumps manufactured in Cabreúva/SP. Serving Crato and region — factory 1959km away.

Nationwide Service
1959km from factory
80+

Years

API

Certified

100%

Warranty

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

For calçados in Crato/CE, FB Bombas sizes FBEI, FBOT series from its Cabreúva-SP factory (1969 km). ASME B73.1 standardization, ANSI/HI 14.6 hydraulic testing, Petrobras CRCC and 96h to 7 days logistics lead time.

Local technical content

Industrial Pumps in Crato — Ceará

Local context

In Crato/CE, FB Bombas serves calçados 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 API 610 (centrifugal), API 676 (gear) and NFPA 20 / NBR 16704 (fire fighting). Operations in calçados, alimentos dominate the local production profile, defining the typical fluid catalogue and the FB series recommended for each application. The fluid roster in Crato (óleos comestíveis, água de processo and óleo térmico) demands attention to viscosity, operating temperature and chemical compatibility — variables that FB application engineering uses to recommend the proper series. FB Bombas application engineering serves Crato with custom technical sizing: system characteristic curve, available NPSH, in-service viscosity and mechanical-seal strategy (API Plan 11, 13, 52 or 53 by criticality). CRCC Petrobras certification valid in CE qualifies FB Bombas for direct supply to Crato in refining and petrochemical operations, with FBE and FBCN series compliant with API 610 / API 676 and materials specified per NACE MR0175 for sour service with H2S. Within IBGE mesoregion Sul Cearense, Crato shares economic context with adjacent municipalities, shaping typical pump specifications and the frequency of synchronized maintenance campaigns. The BR-116 (via BA/PI) corridor combined with highways BR-116, BR-222 and BR-020 composes the freight mesh to Crato — a cost variable in pricing skids, pump-motor sets and indivisible cargo with escort. Only 383 km from the industrial district cluster of Maracanau, Crato benefits from logistics spillover and movement of technical professionals — FB Bombas has a service track record in the region. Service to Crato is coordinated from the Cabreúva-SP factory, route BR-116 (via BA/PI) (1969 km), with a technical team for selection, commissioning and replacement support.

Technical solutions

In Crato, FBEI and FBOT cover the technical range observed in the field — from primary transfer and circulation to drop-in retrofit cases (ASME B73.1 dimensional interchangeability) with global majors. In Crato, transferência de óleos, pasteurização and limpeza CIP are the applications that most often appear in local industrial operations; each defines a distinct set of process variables. For óleos comestíveis, água de processo and óleo térmico, the materials recommendation in Crato converges on austenitic stainless steels (AISI 304/316) with attention to thermal expansion, a starting point adjustable based on field-observed corrosion. In Crato, influence from the distrito-industrial cluster translates into variable mix: specialty chemicals, hydraulic oils, purified water and thermal oil — variables that enter both preliminary sizing and the selection of materials and constructive configurations. Recommended sealing for the operation profile in Crato is single cartridge mechanical seal (Plan 11/13) for general service, upgradable to dual when the fluid requires secondary containment — a choice that affects MTBF and maintenance procedure. Technical-and-commercial support for Crato is covered from Cabreúva-SP, with typical lead time for critical parts of 96h to 7 days via dedicated carrier.

Why FB Bombas

Crato: high industrial density — multiple plants in a small radius, meaningful cumulative demand — a variable influencing commercial strategy and service logistics. Crato: by affinity to the distrito-industrial cluster, variable seasonality depending on plant mix — individualized planning — a variable that enters commercial planning. Crato: medium fluid complexity, moderate fluid roster — concentration in a few main technical categories. At state scale, Crato ranks among the 10 largest cities in the state at relevant industrial scale. calçados operations in Crato demand continuous pumping of process fluids, with preventive-maintenance windows aligned to plant scheduled outages. Working with óleos comestíveis, água de processo and óleo térmico in Crato demands attention to viscosity at operating temperature, residual abrasiveness and chemical compatibility — criteria FB engineering applies on every project. In Crato, series FBEI for transferência de óleos and series FBOT for pasteurização and limpeza CIP — a combination that covers the typical local industrial demand. Crato among the 10 most populous cities in CE, is a regional benchmark of economic activity — a scale that translates into regular demand for rotating equipment. Due to proximity to the distrito-industrial cluster, Crato shares a technical agenda with diverse applications — specialty chemicals, hydraulic oils, purified water and thermal oils — a direct path to series and materials selection.

Logistics & support

1969 km separate the Cabreúva-SP factory from Crato via BR-116 (via BA/PI) — an axis sized for movement of pumps, skids and pump-and-motor sets. Logistics lead time to Crato is 72h to 7 days, depending on modal and dry season — variable with cargo type, season and specific optimizations. The technical-service model in Crato is structured as technical visits planned as a mission — concentrated agenda to cover multiple plants in a single trip. Alternative routing to Crato can use BR-116, BR-222 and BR-020, which helps in heavy-traffic situations or maintenance on specific roads. The factory-to-Crato logistics cycle begins with documented dispatch: invoice, packing list, test certificates and the equipment's technical manual.

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FB engineers serve Crato with a formal technical proposal: curve-based sizing, materials, NPSH, field conditions and lead time. Response within 1 business day for complete projects.

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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

Four differentiators that make FB Bombas the choice of leading Brazilian industries.

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 parts in stock for all series, ensuring operational continuity with zero downtime.

Discover FB Bombas

Own factory in Cabreúva/SP with full production capability, serving Crato 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 Crato 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
2,400 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

Neighboring cities served in the same region

FB Bombas serves Crato and neighboring municipalities with the same technical team — optimized visits and supply in joint campaigns.

Calçados plants served in other regions

Beyond Crato, FB Bombas supplies the FBE / FBCN / FBOT / FBEI series for calçados plants across multiple Brazilian cities — shared technical repertoire, field-validated materials and traceable Data Book on every project.

Frequently Asked Questions about Crato

The FB Bombas rotating set is balanced per ISO 21940 G2.5 (a balancing grade equivalent to API 610 requirements for heavy-duty service) — required for critical projects in Crato with continuous regime, plants with online vibration monitoring or applications with high cost of unplanned downtime. For machines running above 3,600 RPM or with rotating mass over 50 kg, balancing is performed on two planes with a piezoelectric sensor.

Yes. FB Bombas serves Crato and the entire surrounding region with supply, technical support and replacement parts directly from the factory in Cabreúva/SP. Support includes sizing at no cost and, for critical projects, on-site technical visits.

FB Bombas has been manufacturing industrial pumps since 1944, with over 82 years of continuous experience. The factory in Cabreúva/SP operates with engineering, manufacturing and testing under one roof, ensuring total quality control on every unit supplied to Crato and all of Brazil.

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 250°C with proper materials and sealing. Correct sizing of sealing and materials is essential for safe operation.

Contact can be made via WhatsApp at +55 11 97287-4837, email comercial@fbbombas.com.br or through the form on our website. Technical response is prioritized on the same business day, with direct reply from the application engineering team.

Yes. The FAT (Factory Acceptance Test) is executed on the factory bench in Cabreúva/SP, with ANSI/HI 14.6 hydraulic test, characteristic-curve measurement (Q × H), hydraulic efficiency, NPSHr and ISO 10816 vibration — witnessed by customer inspection when specified. For projects in Crato, the SAT (Site Acceptance Test) is supported by application engineering during commissioning, with startup checklist, laser alignment and baseline vibration-signature capture.

To receive a technical quote for industrial pumps in Crato, send via website form, WhatsApp +55 11 97287-4837 or email comercial@fbbombas.com.br the application data: fluid (name + viscosity at operating temperature), target flow (m³/h), discharge head (m), available NPSH, operating temperature and regime (continuous or intermittent). Application engineering responds within 24 business hours with a preliminary technical proposal, characteristic curve, suggested materials and delivery lead time.

Service to Crato is handled directly by the FB Bombas team at the Cabreúva/SP factory — no intermediaries, no resellers. That means direct contact with application engineering for sizing, technical quotes returned within 24h and original spare parts supplied without distributor markup. On-site technical visits to Crato are planned based on project criticality.

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 Crato.

Yes. In addition to the standard portfolio, FB Bombas develops custom solutions for special applications, including modifications in construction materials, sealing arrangements, integrated heating systems, skids, mobile assemblies and retrofit of existing installations. Special projects go through engineering before manufacturing.

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