Technical summary
For siderurgia in Curvelo, Minas Gerais, FB Bombas sizes FBEI, FBCN+FBOT series from its Cabreúva-SP factory (579 km). ASME B73.1 standardization, hydraulic testing, Petrobras CRCC and 48-72h logistics lead time.
Local Service
Gear & Centrifugal Pumps in Curvelo
Gear pumps (internal & external) and centrifugal pumps manufactured in Cabreúva/SP. Serving Curvelo and region — factory 569km away.
Nationwide Service
569km from factory
Local Service|Desde 1944
Gear pumps (internal & external) and centrifugal pumps manufactured in Cabreúva/SP. Serving Curvelo and region — factory 569km away.
Coverage
Nationwide Service
Distance
569km 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.
Industrial Pumps in Curvelo — Minas Gerais
Local context
From the Cabreúva-SP factory, 579 km via BR-381 Rodovia Fernão Dias, FB Bombas reaches Curvelo with FBE, FBCN, FBOT inventory and engineering capability for special projects. Road access runs via BR-381 Rodovia Fernão Dias, with branches through BR-381, BR-040, BR-262 and BR-116 — a corridor that sets delivery times for rotating equipment and the logistics of technical service. In Curvelo, óleos lubrificantes de laminação, água de processo and óleo térmico make up the fluid portfolio served by local plants — each with its own requirements on available NPSH, in-service viscosity and sealing strategy (Plan 11/13/52/53 by criticality). FB Bombas maintains an installed base in Curvelo with a structure of spare parts (impeller, shaft, wear ring, cartridge mechanical seal, bearings) and scheduled preventive maintenance — direct supply from the Cabreúva-SP factory, no intermediaries. FB Bombas technical service in Curvelo covers centrifugal- and gear-pump sizing, commissioning support, assisted startup and operator training — a scope that spans the full technical-supply cycle. The FB Bombas FBOT series answers siderurgia demand in Curvelo — FBOT pumps for industrial heating systems in steel mills, thermal oil transfer in heat treatment processes. Operating range: Temperature up to 350°C, Special seal for hot oil, High durability. In Curvelo, Siderurgia and Carvão concentrate the largest share of demand for rotating equipment — a technical agenda well known to the FB application team, with proposals sized against the actual system curve. Within IBGE mesoregion Central Mineira, Curvelo shares economic context with adjacent municipalities, shaping typical pump specifications and the frequency of synchronized maintenance campaigns. FB Bombas maintains in Curvelo the technical portfolio of CRCC Petrobras + API 610 + API 676 + ASME B73.1 — a regulatory base that spans refining, petrochemicals, mining, sanitation, food, pulp and paper, sugar-ethanol and steel. FB Bombas is the national industrial-pump manufacturer serving Curvelo (MG) with direct factory service from Cabreúva-SP. For siderurgia — the dominant industrial calling of Curvelo — we recommend the FBOT series, with field-validated materials, cartridge mechanical seal and characteristic curve certified on an hydraulic bench.
Technical solutions
Curvelo is served with a logistics lead time of 48-72h for critical parts from Cabreúva-SP, subject to case-by-case optimization. Compliance with API 610 (12th ed.) for centrifugal and API 676 for positive displacement, a typical requirement in downstream Oil & Gas projects is part of the default scope for FB series recommended for Curvelo, with traceable test and materials documentation. Curvelo, near a refino cluster, deals with crude oil, derivatives, high temperature (up to 260°C in FBCN, 350°C in FBOT) and API 610 qualification — a technical agenda well known to FB application engineering. In Curvelo, materials such as austenitic stainless steels (AISI 304/316) with attention to thermal expansion answer the requirements of óleos lubrificantes de laminação, água de processo and óleo térmico — a combination that drives service life of casing, impeller, shaft and shaft sleeve, refined via corrosion analysis using removal rates (mpy). The lubrificação de cadeiras de laminação, resfriamento de lingotamento and aquecimento de processo set accounts for a large share of industrial demand in Curvelo; FB Bombas keeps documented history of analogous applications for sizing benchmarks. In Curvelo, FBCN centrifugal pumps with flow up to 2,200 m³/h, head up to 138 m and temperature up to 260°C (thermal oil via FBOT up to 350°C) — this range covers most of the Q×H diagram operated in the field; off-envelope points are handled with custom selection (trimmed impeller, larger motor, double-suction when applicable). FBEI and FBCN+FBOT: this is the set of FB series with initial technical fit for Curvelo, respecting fluid characteristics and the regional operating regime.
Why FB Bombas
In Curvelo, the medium complexity index in the fluid mix sets moderate fluid roster — concentration in a few main technical categories — a factor adjusting both technical-spec depth and materials-catalogue scope. In Curvelo, high industrial density — multiple plants in a small radius, meaningful cumulative demand — a characteristic that sizes FB's commercial strategy: application-engineering coverage, visit cadence and depth of consignment stock. In Curvelo, refino-cluster seasonality manifests as scheduled outages every 3-5 years (turnaround) — synchronized demand peaks across the supply chain — information FB Bombas uses to schedule plant capacity and ready-to-ship inventory. In Curvelo, FB Bombas positions itself with an integrated 6-series portfolio (FBE, FBEI, FBCN, FBOT, FBFS, Custom) under the same Cabreúva-SP industrial perimeter — a rare combination of technical depth with domestic manufacturing. Curvelo belongs to the set of cities with relevant industrial scale in the state — an input that defines commercial priority and relationship type (one-shot, annual program, master agreement). siderurgia plants in Curvelo sustain a continuous pipeline of technical demand — from scheduled replacement to ASME B73.1 dimensional retrofit replacing imported equipment. Use cases in Curvelo (series FBEI for lubrificação de cadeiras de laminação and series FBCN+FBOT for resfriamento de lingotamento and aquecimento de processo) follow the FB technical playbook with benchmarking against an analogous installed base in a comparable region. Given its state-level scale (among the 50 most populous cities in MG, maintains a relevant industrial base), Curvelo concentrates projects of varying complexity — making room for both standardized ASME B73.1 solutions and engineered-to-order. The fluid catalogue in Curvelo (óleos lubrificantes de laminação, água de processo and óleo térmico) demands case-by-case technical analysis: pour point, Saybolt viscosity at operating temperature, suspended solids and pH profile. For Curvelo, special solutions include ASME B73.1 dimensional retrofit with flange and footprint interchangeability, modular skids with integrated automation and mobile sets for decommissioning campaigns. The refino cluster around Curvelo concentrates applications crude transfer, distillation-tower circulation, charge pumps for reactors and movement of derivatives — a technical package where FB Bombas has commissioning, retrofit and long-term support history.
Logistics & support
The BR-381 Rodovia Fernão Dias corridor (579 km) is the logistics spine for FB deliveries to Curvelo — a factor entering FOB pricing and the commissioning lead-time curve. The service structure for Curvelo is sized as planned technical visits with 1-2 day mobilization window — direct coordination with the customer, with escalation to additional visits in cases of commissioning, troubleshooting or complex retrofit. 24-48h via federal highways: this is the typical delivery interval Cabreúva-SP → Curvelo, based on a consolidated road route and FB-qualified logistics operators. Curvelo can operate with consigned PM kits (seal + bearing + gaskets) — an approach that reduces interruption during point shutdowns and simplifies industrial inventory management. BR-381, BR-040, BR-262 and BR-116 broaden FB's transport flexibility to Curvelo — useful in tight-window PM campaigns or for cargo whose gauge requires routes with specific bridges/curves. The factory-to-Curvelo dispatch includes technical packaging (impact protection, moisture sealing), multilingual documentation (PT/EN/ES when required) and approved-carrier tracking.
Request your proposal
Technical inquiry for Curvelo: the FB Bombas team evaluates operating regime, fluid, available NPSH and construction configurations — return with a sized proposal in 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
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 Curvelo 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 Curvelo and the entire Minas Gerais region with gear pumps (internal & external) and centrifugal pumps for your industrial application. Request a quote and receive a personalized proposal.
Request QuoteOur Product Line
Soluções completas em bombeamento industrial com tecnologia de ponta
Need a Custom Solution?
Our technical team is ready to develop the ideal solution for your application
Fale Conosco
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
2,200 m³/h
Max. Flow FBCN
Companies that Trust FB Bombas
Present in the largest industrial projects in Brazil and Latin America
Explore by pump type
See specific solutions for Curvelo
Industrial Applications Served
Brazilian sectors for which FB Bombas sizes equipment — complete technical guides per application.
Pumps for Sanitation, Water Treatment and Sewerage: Technical Guide for Brazilian Water Utilities
Read technical guide
Pumps for Chemical and Pharmaceutical Industry: Selection Guide by Material and Fluid Family
Read technical guide
Pumps for Petrochemical and Fuels: Technical Guide for Distribution Bases and Terminals
Read technical guide
Pumps for HVAC, Building Pressurization and Water Supply: Technical Guide for Commercial Buildings and Hospitals
Read technical guide
Neighboring cities served in the same region
FB Bombas serves Curvelo and neighboring municipalities with the same technical team — optimized visits and supply in joint campaigns.
Siderurgia plants served in other regions
Beyond Curvelo, FB Bombas supplies the FBOT series for siderurgia plants across multiple Brazilian cities — shared technical repertoire, field-validated materials and traceable Data Book on every project.
Frequently Asked Questions about Curvelo
FB Bombas manufactures three 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.
Service to Curvelo 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 Curvelo are planned based on project criticality.
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.
Yes. The FAT (Factory Acceptance Test) is executed on the factory bench in Cabreúva/SP, with hydraulic test, characteristic-curve measurement (Q × H), hydraulic efficiency, NPSHr and ISO 10816 vibration — witnessed by customer inspection when specified. For projects in Curvelo, the SAT (Site Acceptance Test) is supported by application engineering during commissioning, with startup checklist, laser alignment and baseline vibration-signature capture.
Yes. The FBCN series complies with ASME B73.1 (North American standard for horizontal end-suction process centrifugal pumps) — a feature that enables dimensional retrofit on existing baseplates in Curvelo plants originally equipped with KSB, Sulzer, Goulds or Flowserve. Shaft dimensions, suction/discharge flanges, casing feet and impeller centerline follow the standard; the rotating set is swapped without changing piping or baseplate.
Yes. Correct sizing is the main lever for energy efficiency — an oversized or undersized pump wastes energy. FB Bombas engineering calculates the optimal operating point considering the actual process conditions in Curvelo, optimizing the flow/pressure/power ratio.
Quotes can be requested via WhatsApp at +55 11 97287-4837, email comercial@fbbombas.com.br or through our website form. Provide the application (fluid, flow, pressure, temperature) and the technical team will respond with a proposal sized for your conditions in Curvelo.
Yes. FB Bombas serves the entire metropolitan region and microregions neighboring Curvelo with the same technical support and logistics structure. This regional reach allows serving industrial plants distributed across multiple cities in a coordinated way.
FB Bombas holds: active CRCC at Petrobras (supplier registry for Oil & Gas); compliance with API 676 (international standard for positive displacement pumps — FBE series); compliance with API 610 (standard for centrifugal pumps in refineries — FBCN series); compliance with NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) standards and ABNT NBR 16704 for stationary fire protection pump systems.
Yes. Every FB Bombas pump delivered to Curvelo comes with a complete technical Data Book: hydraulic test certificate, material certificates (stainless, duplex, ductile cast iron per spec), ISO 21940 G2.5 balancing report, characteristic curve measured on the bench, API 682 mechanical-seal data sheets, operation and maintenance manual, and as-built drawings. All documentation is traceable by the unit serial number.
Need gear or centrifugal pumps in Curvelo?
Fill out the form and our technical team will contact you to size the ideal pump — gear (FBE/FBEI) or centrifugal (FBCN/FBOT).
Talk to us
WhatsApp
+55 11 97287-4837
Reply during business hours
Phone
+55 11 4898-9200
Mon–Fri · 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
E-mail
comercial@fbbombas.com.br
Sales
Factory
Cabreúva — SP
Av. Adolpho João Traldi, 80
