Technical summary
For viscous fluids in siderurgia (Curvelo, Minas Gerais), FB application engineering recommends FBEI as a starting point. API 676 compliance, vertically integrated manufacturing in Cabreúva-SP, 48-72h lead time.
FBE Gear Pumps
FBE Gear Pumps in Curvelo
Based in Cabreúva-SP at 579 km via BR-381 Rodovia Fernão Dias, FB Bombas delivers to Curvelo industrial pumps manufactured in-house since 1944 plus continuous technical support. For the dominant siderurgia sector in Curvelo, FB Bombas offers the FBOT series — FBOT pumps for industrial heating systems in steel mills, thermal oil transfer in heat treatment processes. Typical specification: Temperature up to 350°C, Special seal for hot oil, High durability. For projects in Curvelo 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. FB Bombas application engineering owns technical specification in Curvelo — from customer data sheet to the final Data Book delivered with the pump, through application review, FAT on the hydraulic bench and on-site SAT support. Brazilian industrial-pump manufacturer since 1944, FB Bombas supplies Curvelo, Minas Gerais with the FBE, FBCN, FBOT, FBEI series and FBFS fire-fighting systems — designed and produced in Cabreúva-SP with API 676 compliance, ASME B73.1 normalization (interchangeable with global manufacturers), API 610 engineered-to-order projects and a traceable Data Book on every unit shipped. The refining cluster of Betim is 137 km from Curvelo, generating economic spillover and correlated technical demand — common in pumping projects involving both cities. Within IBGE mesoregion Central Mineira, Curvelo shares economic context with adjacent municipalities, shaping typical pump specifications and the frequency of synchronized maintenance campaigns. Logistically, the city connects to Cabreúva-SP via BR-381 Rodovia Fernão Dias, complemented by alternatives BR-381, BR-040, BR-262 and BR-116 — a network that supports technical service within tight operational windows. Industrial plants in Curvelo rely on FB Bombas spares held in scheduled stock: semi-open and open impellers, wear rings in various materials, dual cartridge seals API 682 Plan 53 and SKF/FAG bearings per the original spec. Curvelo requires pumping of óleos lubrificantes de laminação, água de processo and óleo térmico, a fluid set for which FB Bombas already has product series with field-validated material selection.
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569km from factory
FBE Gear Pumps|Desde 1944
Based in Cabreúva-SP at 579 km via BR-381 Rodovia Fernão Dias, FB Bombas delivers to Curvelo industrial pumps manufactured in-house since 1944 plus continuous technical support. For the dominant siderurgia sector in Curvelo, FB Bombas offers the FBOT series — FBOT pumps for industrial heating systems in steel mills, thermal oil transfer in heat treatment processes. Typical specification: Temperature up to 350°C, Special seal for hot oil, High durability. For projects in Curvelo 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. FB Bombas application engineering owns technical specification in Curvelo — from customer data sheet to the final Data Book delivered with the pump, through application review, FAT on the hydraulic bench and on-site SAT support. Brazilian industrial-pump manufacturer since 1944, FB Bombas supplies Curvelo, Minas Gerais with the FBE, FBCN, FBOT, FBEI series and FBFS fire-fighting systems — designed and produced in Cabreúva-SP with API 676 compliance, ASME B73.1 normalization (interchangeable with global manufacturers), API 610 engineered-to-order projects and a traceable Data Book on every unit shipped. The refining cluster of Betim is 137 km from Curvelo, generating economic spillover and correlated technical demand — common in pumping projects involving both cities. Within IBGE mesoregion Central Mineira, Curvelo shares economic context with adjacent municipalities, shaping typical pump specifications and the frequency of synchronized maintenance campaigns. Logistically, the city connects to Cabreúva-SP via BR-381 Rodovia Fernão Dias, complemented by alternatives BR-381, BR-040, BR-262 and BR-116 — a network that supports technical service within tight operational windows. Industrial plants in Curvelo rely on FB Bombas spares held in scheduled stock: semi-open and open impellers, wear rings in various materials, dual cartridge seals API 682 Plan 53 and SKF/FAG bearings per the original spec. Curvelo requires pumping of óleos lubrificantes de laminação, água de processo and óleo térmico, a fluid set for which FB Bombas already has product series with field-validated material selection.
Coverage
Nationwide Service
Distance
569km 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 Curvelo
Local context
Based in Cabreúva-SP at 579 km via BR-381 Rodovia Fernão Dias, FB Bombas delivers to Curvelo industrial pumps manufactured in-house since 1944 plus continuous technical support. For the dominant siderurgia sector in Curvelo, FB Bombas offers the FBOT series — FBOT pumps for industrial heating systems in steel mills, thermal oil transfer in heat treatment processes. Typical specification: Temperature up to 350°C, Special seal for hot oil, High durability. For projects in Curvelo 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. FB Bombas application engineering owns technical specification in Curvelo — from customer data sheet to the final Data Book delivered with the pump, through application review, FAT on the hydraulic bench and on-site SAT support. Brazilian industrial-pump manufacturer since 1944, FB Bombas supplies Curvelo, Minas Gerais with the FBE, FBCN, FBOT, FBEI series and FBFS fire-fighting systems — designed and produced in Cabreúva-SP with API 676 compliance, ASME B73.1 normalization (interchangeable with global manufacturers), API 610 engineered-to-order projects and a traceable Data Book on every unit shipped. The refining cluster of Betim is 137 km from Curvelo, generating economic spillover and correlated technical demand — common in pumping projects involving both cities. Within IBGE mesoregion Central Mineira, Curvelo shares economic context with adjacent municipalities, shaping typical pump specifications and the frequency of synchronized maintenance campaigns. Logistically, the city connects to Cabreúva-SP via BR-381 Rodovia Fernão Dias, complemented by alternatives BR-381, BR-040, BR-262 and BR-116 — a network that supports technical service within tight operational windows. Industrial plants in Curvelo rely on FB Bombas spares held in scheduled stock: semi-open and open impellers, wear rings in various materials, dual cartridge seals API 682 Plan 53 and SKF/FAG bearings per the original spec. Curvelo requires pumping of óleos lubrificantes de laminação, água de processo and óleo térmico, a fluid set for which FB Bombas already has product series with field-validated material selection.
Technical solutions
The pump-and-motor set shipped to Curvelo undergoes bench hydraulic testing and G2.5 dynamic balancing (ISO 21940), with a traceable report. Curvelo typically calls for FBEI and FBCN+FBOT — an initial recommendation based on local productFit, dominant industrial cluster and identified fluid profile; final technical approval is refined by application engineering. In Curvelo, lubrificação de cadeiras de laminação, resfriamento de lingotamento and aquecimento de processo form the typical-use portfolio — guiding series selection, sealing configuration and internal coating according to fluid abrasiveness or aggressiveness. 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 applicable operating envelope spans FBCN centrifugal pumps with flow up to 2,200 m³/h, head up to 135 m and temperature up to 260°C (thermal oil via FBOT up to 350°C) — sufficient for most industrial applications identified in Curvelo. In Curvelo, the sealing strategy starts at dual cartridge mechanical seal (API 682 Plan 53A/53B) for hazardous or high-temperature fluids — combined with API 682 plan selection (Plan 11/13/52/53/62) and specific commissioning care. Gear pump selection for Curvelo starts with viscosity at the real pumping temperature — not the 40 °C catalog figure — the typical case of óleos hidráulicos e óleo térmico. With that data, engineering defines speed (flow is proportional), bushing materials and the thermal arrangement: jacketed body for cold starts and a seal compatible with the hot fluid.
Why FB Bombas
Technically, Curvelo shows medium complexity in its fluid mix — moderate fluid roster — concentration in a few main technical categories. Demand in Curvelo is characterized by high industrial density — multiple plants in a small radius, meaningful cumulative demand, a typical regional pattern of the mesoregion. Observed seasonal pattern: scheduled outages every 3-5 years (turnaround) — synchronized demand peaks across the supply chain. Curvelo follows the same rhythm as the nearby refino cluster. Curvelo: belongs to the set of cities with relevant industrial scale in the state, a structural variable in the commercial offer. By IBGE's breakdown, Curvelo adds up a GDP of R$ 2.7 billion (2023) with industrial share of 21.6% in value added (2021) — a market where FB serves from process circuits to water and HVAC infrastructure. Curvelo: óleos lubrificantes de laminação, água de processo and óleo térmico. Each fluid defines a distinct set of pump requirements — flow, available NPSH, sealing strategy. The FBFS line serves Curvelo with fire-protection systems compliant with NFPA 20, NBR 16704 and NBR 10897, in electric, diesel and hybrid configurations. Curvelo has siderurgia as its main industrial-pump application front — from primary transfer to internal circulation in process equipment. crude transfer, distillation-tower circulation, charge pumps for reactors and movement of derivatives: this is the typical application set around the refino cluster in which Curvelo sits. For Curvelo, series FBEI for lubrificação de cadeiras de laminação and series FBCN+FBOT for resfriamento de lingotamento and aquecimento de processo — initial reference for technical discussion with application engineering. Being among the 50 most populous cities in MG, maintains a relevant industrial base, Curvelo presents volume and application diversity that justify FB Bombas' structured service.
Logistics & support
Logistics lead time to Curvelo is 24-48h via federal highways — variable with cargo type, season and specific optimizations. Consignment stock of critical items is a common approach in Curvelo, especially for sets running 24/7 or with concentrated PM windows. 579 km separate the Cabreúva-SP factory from Curvelo via BR-381 Rodovia Fernão Dias — an axis sized for movement of pumps, skids and pump-and-motor sets. Alternative routing to Curvelo can use BR-381, BR-040, BR-262 and BR-116, which helps in heavy-traffic situations or maintenance on specific roads. The technical-service model in Curvelo is structured as planned technical visits with 1-2 day mobilization window — direct coordination with the customer. The factory-to-Curvelo 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 Curvelo, 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 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.
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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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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 Curvelo
Up to what temperature can FB Bombas pumps operate?
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.
Does FB Bombas serve cities neighboring Curvelo?
Does FB Bombas serve cities neighboring Curvelo?
Yes. The entire metropolitan region and the microregions around Curvelo receive from FB Bombas the same technical support and logistics structure. With this regional reach, industrial plants spread across several cities are served in a coordinated manner.
Does FB Bombas offer FAT and SAT support for projects in Curvelo?
Does FB Bombas offer FAT and SAT support for projects in Curvelo?
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.
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?
Yes. For stationary fire protection systems, FB Bombas produces pumps compliant with NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) and with ABNT's NBR 16704 — covering building and industrial projects that demand these certifications.
Do FBCN pumps follow ASME B73.1 dimensional compliance?
Do FBCN pumps follow ASME B73.1 dimensional compliance?
Yes. ASME B73.1 dimensional compliance — the North American standard for horizontal end-suction process centrifugal pumps — is a feature of the FBCN series and enables retrofit on existing baseplates in Curvelo plants, regardless of which brand occupied the base, provided the designation coincides. Shaft, suction/discharge flanges, casing feet and impeller centerline obey the standard, so the new pump takes the position without touching piping or baseplate.
Can FB Bombas pumps be financed via BNDES / FINAME in Curvelo?
Can FB Bombas pumps be financed via BNDES / FINAME in Curvelo?
Yes. As a Brazilian manufacturer accredited in FINAME — the BNDES Special Industrial Financing Agency —, FB Bombas qualifies equipment supplied to Curvelo for BNDES Finame financing lines (Industrial Working Capital, Modernization, Capital Goods), with preferential conditions for national industry. On the technical proposal, the commercial team includes the product's FINAME code to enter the customer's financial plan.
Does FB Bombas have a representative in Curvelo?
Does FB Bombas have a representative in Curvelo?
Who serves Curvelo is the FB Bombas factory team itself in Cabreúva/SP. In practice: direct access to application engineering for sizing, a complete technical quotation returned within 3-5 business days and original parts supplied at factory pricing. Depending on project criticality, on-site technical visits to Curvelo are added to the plan.
Is it possible to replace an imported pump with an FB Bombas pump?
Is it possible to replace an imported pump with an FB Bombas pump?
It is. From the data of the pump in operation (flow, pressure, viscosity, temperature), FB Bombas' application engineering proposes a technical equivalence — dimensional or functional — with one of our series. This replacement has already been done by many clients in Curvelo, with benefits in lead time, cost and local support.
Does FB Bombas serve Curvelo?
Does FB Bombas serve Curvelo?
Yes, we do. Supply for Curvelo 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.
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