Technical summary
FBEI gear pumps (FB Bombas) in Ibirité, Minas Gerais: sized for metalurgia, viscous fluids up to 350°C, API 676 compliance and in-house manufacturing in Cabreúva-SP at 485 km. Typical critical-parts lead time: 48-72h.
FBE Gear Pumps
FBE Gear Pumps in Ibirité
Cabreúva-SP → Ibirité (485 km via BR-381 Rodovia Fernão Dias): origin of FB manufacturing since 1944, with vertical integration on a single site — CNC machining, assembly hydraulic bench and ISO 21940 G2.5 balancing — every unit ships with a traceable Data Book. In Ibirité, Minas Gerais, FB Bombas serves metalurgia projects with the FBOT 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). The BR-381 Rodovia Fernão Dias corridor combined with highways BR-381, BR-040, BR-262 and BR-116 composes the freight mesh to Ibirité — a cost variable in pricing skids, pump-motor sets and indivisible cargo with escort. In Ibirité, Metalurgia and Química 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. Only 10 km from the automotive cluster of Contagem, Ibirité benefits from logistics spillover and movement of technical professionals — FB Bombas has a service track record in the region. For the dominant metalurgia sector in Ibirité, FB Bombas offers the FBOT series — The FBOT series is ideal for thermal oil systems in metallurgical processes requiring precise temperature control. Typical specification: Precise flow control, Low NPSH required, Special materials. FB Bombas application engineering owns technical specification in Ibirité — 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. Within IBGE mesoregion Metropolitana de Belo Horizonte, Ibirité shares economic context with adjacent municipalities, shaping typical pump specifications and the frequency of synchronized maintenance campaigns. FB Bombas pumps installed in Ibirité, Minas Gerais meet CRCC Petrobras qualification, ASME B73.1 (centrifugal) and API 676 (gear) compliance — credentials FB has sustained as a Brazilian manufacturer since 1944. The óleos hidráulicos, fluidos de corte, fluidos viscosos and produtos intermediários profile observed in Ibirité maps to a precise set of FB series: high viscosity → FBE/FBEI; water and low viscosity → FBCN; heat transfer → FBOT; fire protection → FBFS.
Nationwide Service
474km from factory
FBE Gear Pumps|Desde 1944
Cabreúva-SP → Ibirité (485 km via BR-381 Rodovia Fernão Dias): origin of FB manufacturing since 1944, with vertical integration on a single site — CNC machining, assembly hydraulic bench and ISO 21940 G2.5 balancing — every unit ships with a traceable Data Book. In Ibirité, Minas Gerais, FB Bombas serves metalurgia projects with the FBOT 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). The BR-381 Rodovia Fernão Dias corridor combined with highways BR-381, BR-040, BR-262 and BR-116 composes the freight mesh to Ibirité — a cost variable in pricing skids, pump-motor sets and indivisible cargo with escort. In Ibirité, Metalurgia and Química 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. Only 10 km from the automotive cluster of Contagem, Ibirité benefits from logistics spillover and movement of technical professionals — FB Bombas has a service track record in the region. For the dominant metalurgia sector in Ibirité, FB Bombas offers the FBOT series — The FBOT series is ideal for thermal oil systems in metallurgical processes requiring precise temperature control. Typical specification: Precise flow control, Low NPSH required, Special materials. FB Bombas application engineering owns technical specification in Ibirité — 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. Within IBGE mesoregion Metropolitana de Belo Horizonte, Ibirité shares economic context with adjacent municipalities, shaping typical pump specifications and the frequency of synchronized maintenance campaigns. FB Bombas pumps installed in Ibirité, Minas Gerais meet CRCC Petrobras qualification, ASME B73.1 (centrifugal) and API 676 (gear) compliance — credentials FB has sustained as a Brazilian manufacturer since 1944. The óleos hidráulicos, fluidos de corte, fluidos viscosos and produtos intermediários profile observed in Ibirité maps to a precise set of FB series: high viscosity → FBE/FBEI; water and low viscosity → FBCN; heat transfer → FBOT; fire protection → FBFS.
Coverage
Nationwide Service
Distance
474km 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 Ibirité
Local context
Cabreúva-SP → Ibirité (485 km via BR-381 Rodovia Fernão Dias): origin of FB manufacturing since 1944, with vertical integration on a single site — CNC machining, assembly hydraulic bench and ISO 21940 G2.5 balancing — every unit ships with a traceable Data Book. In Ibirité, Minas Gerais, FB Bombas serves metalurgia projects with the FBOT 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). The BR-381 Rodovia Fernão Dias corridor combined with highways BR-381, BR-040, BR-262 and BR-116 composes the freight mesh to Ibirité — a cost variable in pricing skids, pump-motor sets and indivisible cargo with escort. In Ibirité, Metalurgia and Química 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. Only 10 km from the automotive cluster of Contagem, Ibirité benefits from logistics spillover and movement of technical professionals — FB Bombas has a service track record in the region. For the dominant metalurgia sector in Ibirité, FB Bombas offers the FBOT series — The FBOT series is ideal for thermal oil systems in metallurgical processes requiring precise temperature control. Typical specification: Precise flow control, Low NPSH required, Special materials. FB Bombas application engineering owns technical specification in Ibirité — 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. Within IBGE mesoregion Metropolitana de Belo Horizonte, Ibirité shares economic context with adjacent municipalities, shaping typical pump specifications and the frequency of synchronized maintenance campaigns. FB Bombas pumps installed in Ibirité, Minas Gerais meet CRCC Petrobras qualification, ASME B73.1 (centrifugal) and API 676 (gear) compliance — credentials FB has sustained as a Brazilian manufacturer since 1944. The óleos hidráulicos, fluidos de corte, fluidos viscosos and produtos intermediários profile observed in Ibirité maps to a precise set of FB series: high viscosity → FBE/FBEI; water and low viscosity → FBCN; heat transfer → FBOT; fire protection → FBFS.
Technical solutions
The pump-and-motor set shipped to Ibirité undergoes bench hydraulic testing and G2.5 dynamic balancing (ISO 21940), with a traceable report. In Ibirité, hidráulica industrial, transferência de produtos, resfriamento de moldes and reatores com aquecimento are the applications that most often appear in local industrial operations; each defines a distinct set of process variables. single cartridge mechanical seal (Plan 11/13) for general service, upgradable to dual when the fluid requires secondary containment is the initial sealing configuration for Ibirité; secondary-plan adjustments and dual cartridges are considered based on fluid criticality and environmental requirement. 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 Ibirité. Technical fit in Ibirité points to FBEI and FBCN+FBOT as the series suitable for typical local operations — a baseline recommendation; the final specification depends on the specific process parameters. For óleos hidráulicos, fluidos de corte and fluidos viscosos, the materials recommendation in Ibirité converges on cast iron with proper coating or stainless steels when the fluid requires, a starting point adjustable based on field-observed corrosion. For the industrial park of Ibirité, the FBE series answers the services kinetic hydraulics cannot cover: transfer with stable flow under fluctuating pressure, dosing proportional to speed and high-viscosity fluids — the typical case of óleos hidráulicos e lubrificantes. Sizing validates starting torque at the coldest condition of the year — the classic mistake that shears keys in undersized pumps.
Why FB Bombas
The high fluid-complexity profile in Ibirité (diversified fluid roster — requires a broad catalogue of materials and sealing configurations) shapes FB's technical strategy: standardization versus case-by-case customization. Ibirité shows a high industrial density — multiple plants in a small radius, meaningful cumulative demand pattern, a structural factor that modulates predictability of recurring revenue and the viable contract type (spot, annual, multi-year). automotivo cluster near Ibirité imposes a collective shutdowns (recess, industrial holidays) synchronize maintenance across regional plants pace — syncing equipment purchases, PM contracting and regional technical-team mobilization. balanced logistics — freight is a contained fraction of equipment cost is the logistics-economic scenario of Ibirité, reflected in pricing, typical payment terms and warranty sizing. Ibirité has a factory-floor economy: 40.4% of municipal value added is industrial (IBGE, 2021), over a 2023 GDP of R$ 3.2 billion. This profile concentrates demand on process pumps and maintenance contracts with fast parts replacement. In Ibirité, óleos hidráulicos, fluidos de corte and fluidos viscosos form the typical fluid set — guiding both series selection (gear, centrifugal, thermal oil) and constructive detail (closed/open/semi-open impeller). Ibirité, among the 50 most populous cities in MG, maintains a relevant industrial base, sustains a predictable B2B demand chain — an ideal profile for scheduled supply and multi-year replacement contracts. Ibirité shows cases like series FBEI for hidráulica industrial and transferência de produtos and series FBCN+FBOT for resfriamento de moldes and reatores com aquecimento — a package FB Bombas addresses with real-curve sizing, material recommendation and dimensioned seal configuration. Ibirité sits alongside relevant industrial neighbors — a base that justifies regional rotating-asset management programs and PMs synchronized across multiple customers. In Ibirité, metalurgia accounts for a large share of the pumping load — combining utility lines (water, steam, compressed air) with dedicated process circuits. In Ibirité, near a automotivo cluster, applications such as cutting fluids in machining, hydraulic oils in presses and treated water in paint booths make up the operational agenda — each backed by technical references in the FBE/FBCN/FBOT catalogues.
Logistics & support
Ibirité receives equipment within 24-48h via federal highways counted from dispatch at the Cabreúva-SP factory. Ibirité: technical service is organized as planned technical visits with 1-2 day mobilization window — direct coordination with the customer — the model FB Bombas uses to ensure support without overloading operations. Ibirité: critical parts (seal, bearings, wear ring) can be kept on consignment at the plant to minimize replacement time. Federal highways BR-381, BR-040, BR-262 and BR-116 make up the access network to Ibirité, offering routing flexibility for equipment cargo. Cabreúva-SP to Ibirité: 485 km via BR-381 Rodovia Fernão Dias, a consolidated corridor with carriers qualified by FB Bombas for heavy-equipment cargo. Before shipment to Ibirité, each piece of equipment undergoes dimensional inspection, hydraulic testing and document verification.
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FB engineers serve Ibirité for the FBE series with a sized proposal — duty point, fluid, field conditions and supply lead time.
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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 Ibirité 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 Ibirité 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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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
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Present in the largest industrial projects in Brazil and Latin America
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ibirité
How to request a technical quote for industrial pumps in Ibirité?
How to request a technical quote for industrial pumps in Ibirité?
To receive a technical quote for industrial pumps in Ibirité, 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 with a preliminary technical proposal, characteristic curve, suggested materials and delivery lead time.
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.
Are FB pumps easy to maintain?
Are FB pumps easy to maintain?
Yes. The design of the FBE and FBCN lines favors direct access to wear-prone components — disassembly and inspection are done with conventional tools. The routine gets even simpler with detailed technical manuals and replacement parts supplied straight from the factory.
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 Ibirité 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.
Does FB Bombas offer technical training for operators in Ibirité?
Does FB Bombas offer technical training for operators in Ibirité?
Yes. FB Bombas offers technical training for operations and maintenance teams in Ibirité, with modules on: sizing and reading the characteristic curve, identifying cavitation through NPSH, mechanical-seal troubleshooting, laser alignment, ISO 10816 vibration analysis and PM (preventive maintenance) practice with bearing and wear-ring replacement. Training can be delivered at the customer plant or at the Cabreúva/SP factory, in person or hybrid.
Does FB Bombas serve Ibirité?
Does FB Bombas serve Ibirité?
Yes, we do. Supply for Ibirité 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.
Does FB Bombas serve fire protection systems?
Does FB Bombas serve fire protection systems?
Yes. FB Bombas manufactures pumps for stationary fire protection systems in compliance with NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) and ABNT NBR 16704 standards, serving building and industrial projects that require these certifications.
How do I contact FB Bombas’ technical team?
How do I contact FB Bombas’ technical team?
You can reach us on WhatsApp at +55 11 97287-4837, write to comercial@fbbombas.com.br or fill in the website form. Technical requests receive prioritized feedback within the same business day, coming straight from application engineering.
How is pump sizing performed?
How is pump sizing performed?
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 Ibirité.
Does FB Bombas manufacture custom pumps?
Does FB Bombas manufacture custom pumps?
It does. When a special application demands something beyond the standard portfolio, FB Bombas develops the solution: modified construction materials, specific sealing arrangements, system-integrated heating, skids, mobile assemblies and retrofit of existing installations. Engineering reviews each special project as a step prior to manufacturing.
Regional Presence
Industrial Hub
Ibirité Industrial Hub
Ibirité is recognized as an important industrial hub in the region, with emphasis on metalurgia and química. FB Bombas offers specialized service for local industries.
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