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FB Bombas industrial facility in Cabreúva-SP, Brazil
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FBE Gear Pumps

FBE Gear Pumps in Caaporã

FB Bombas serves Caaporã from its Cabreúva-SP factory, with transport via BR-101 (via PE) and application-engineering support for dimensioning according to the actual operation profile. FB Bombas application engineering serves Caaporã 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). The IBGE classification places Caaporã in the Mata Paraibana mesoregion — an area whose industrial profile directly influences demand for rotating equipment. FB Bombas maintains an installed base in Caaporã 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. Caaporã is served by the BR-101 (via PE) axis and also by highways BR-101, BR-230 and BR-104 for heavy-cargo movement — relevant for delivery of mounted skids and large pump-and-motor sets. In Caaporã, Sucroalcooleiro 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. FB Bombas is the national industrial-pump manufacturer serving Caaporã (PB) with direct factory service from Cabreúva-SP. For sucroalcooleiro — the dominant industrial calling of Caaporã — we recommend the FBE series, with field-validated materials, cartridge mechanical seal and characteristic curve certified on an hydraulic bench. For the dominant sucroalcooleiro sector in Caaporã, FB Bombas offers the FBE series — FBE external gear pumps for transfer of molasses, ethanol, lubricating oils and viscous fluids in sugarcane mills. Typical specification: Ideal for molasses and honey, Operation with crystallized products, Easy cleaning. Only 87 km from the port cluster of Cabo De Santo Agostinho, Caaporã benefits from logistics spillover and movement of technical professionals — FB Bombas has a service track record in the region. In Caaporã, melaço, óleos lubrificantes, caldo de cana and vinhaça 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).

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2178km 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 viscous fluids in sucroalcooleiro (Caaporã, Paraíba), FB application engineering recommends FBE+FBEI as a starting point. API 676 compliance, vertically integrated manufacturing in Cabreúva-SP, 96h to 7 days lead time.

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FBE Gear Pumps Industrial in Caaporã

Local context

FB Bombas serves Caaporã from its Cabreúva-SP factory, with transport via BR-101 (via PE) and application-engineering support for dimensioning according to the actual operation profile. FB Bombas application engineering serves Caaporã 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). The IBGE classification places Caaporã in the Mata Paraibana mesoregion — an area whose industrial profile directly influences demand for rotating equipment. FB Bombas maintains an installed base in Caaporã 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. Caaporã is served by the BR-101 (via PE) axis and also by highways BR-101, BR-230 and BR-104 for heavy-cargo movement — relevant for delivery of mounted skids and large pump-and-motor sets. In Caaporã, Sucroalcooleiro 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. FB Bombas is the national industrial-pump manufacturer serving Caaporã (PB) with direct factory service from Cabreúva-SP. For sucroalcooleiro — the dominant industrial calling of Caaporã — we recommend the FBE series, with field-validated materials, cartridge mechanical seal and characteristic curve certified on an hydraulic bench. For the dominant sucroalcooleiro sector in Caaporã, FB Bombas offers the FBE series — FBE external gear pumps for transfer of molasses, ethanol, lubricating oils and viscous fluids in sugarcane mills. Typical specification: Ideal for molasses and honey, Operation with crystallized products, Easy cleaning. Only 87 km from the port cluster of Cabo De Santo Agostinho, Caaporã benefits from logistics spillover and movement of technical professionals — FB Bombas has a service track record in the region. In Caaporã, melaço, óleos lubrificantes, caldo de cana and vinhaça 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).

Technical solutions

Caaporã receives equipment after hydraulic testing and ISO 21940 G2.5 balancing — traceable report attached to the Data Book. FBE+FBEI and FBCN+FBOT: this is the set of FB series with initial technical fit for Caaporã, respecting fluid characteristics and the regional operating regime. Typical applications mapped for Caaporã include transferência de melaço, dosagem de aditivos, circulação de caldo and destilação — each with its own requirements for NPSH, acceptable pulsation and start-up strategy. For melaço, óleos lubrificantes and caldo de cana, the materials recommendation in Caaporã converges on AISI 316 or for chloride resistance in marine atmosphere, a starting point adjustable based on field-observed corrosion. 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 Caaporã; secondary-plan adjustments and dual cartridges are considered based on fluid criticality and environmental requirement. The portuario cluster near Caaporã brings a technical agenda of bunker fuel oil (BPF), seawater for cooling and liquid bulk movement — a reference FB Bombas uses as a benchmark for initial sizing and series selection. For Caaporã, 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) is a starting specification — fine-tuning happens with the actual system curve (friction, available NPSH, headloss).

Why FB Bombas

Caaporã: high fluid complexity, diversified fluid roster — requires a broad catalogue of materials and sealing configurations. Caaporã: logistics is a significant economic factor — order consolidation and integrated packages are recommended — a relevant input for pricing and commercial strategy. Caaporã: by affinity to the portuario cluster, continuous flow with seasonality tied to agricultural harvests (bulk) and fuel supply — a variable that enters commercial planning. Caaporã: medium density — regular and predictable opportunity pipeline — a variable influencing commercial strategy and service logistics. At state scale, Caaporã belongs to the set of cities with relevant industrial scale in the state. In Caaporã, melaço, óleos lubrificantes and caldo de cana form the typical fluid set — guiding both series selection (gear, centrifugal, thermal oil) and constructive detail (closed/open/semi-open impeller). Caaporã, among the 50 most populous cities in PB, maintains a relevant industrial base, sustains a predictable B2B demand chain — an ideal profile for scheduled supply and multi-year replacement contracts. In Caaporã, sucroalcooleiro accounts for a large share of the pumping load — combining utility lines (water, steam, compressed air) with dedicated process circuits. Caaporã shows cases like series FBE+FBEI for transferência de melaço and dosagem de aditivos and series FBCN+FBOT for circulação de caldo and destilação — a package FB Bombas addresses with real-curve sizing, material recommendation and dimensioned seal configuration. For Caaporã, the FBFS line offers a complete fire-protection package: main pump, jockey, control panel NFPA 20 and diesel fuel tank — scope per NFPA 20. In Caaporã, near a portuario cluster, applications such as bunker (BPF fuel oil), marine cooling water and liquid-bulk discharge make up the operational agenda — each backed by technical references in the FBE/FBCN/FBOT catalogues.

Logistics & support

Typical transit time to Caaporã: 72h to 7 days, depending on modal and dry season — the window used in FB Bombas' standard commercial commitment. Given the long distance to Caaporã, combined modals (road + cabotage, or road + air for critical parts) may be evaluated — a case-by-case decision FB Bombas takes. The main logistics axis between Cabreúva-SP and Caaporã is BR-101 (via PE), totaling 2189 km — a route that sets the default delivery time for finished equipment. Technical-service coverage for Caaporã involves technical visits planned as a mission — concentrated agenda to cover multiple plants in a single trip. Beyond the main route, Caaporã is accessible via BR-101, BR-230 and BR-104 — options that provide redundancy in case of blockages or restricted operating windows. Dispatch from the Cabreúva-SP factory to Caaporã occurs after bench hydraulic testing and Data Book verification — mandatory steps in FB's quality control.

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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.

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Own factory in Cabreúva/SP with full production capability, serving Caaporã 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 Caaporã and the entire Paraíba 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
2,200 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

Gear Pumps in Nearby Cities

Regional service from Caaporã — same series, same factory in Cabreúva/SP.

Frequently Asked Questions about Caaporã

For critical parts (mechanical seal, impeller, shaft, wear ring, bearings) during a plant shutdown in Caaporã, FB Bombas runs an emergency flow: pre-invoicing, priority dispatch and alternative modal (express road or air transport depending on distance and criticality). Typical lead time varies by region, with a window negotiable case by case. For customers with an installed base and scheduled PM, part of the stock can be kept on consignment at the plant.

Yes. The FBCN series follows ASME B73.1 normalization (North American dimensional standard for end-suction process pumps) — which makes the pump-and-motor set interchangeable with global manufacturers (KSB, Sulzer, Goulds, Flowserve) already installed in plants in Caaporã. For retrofits, the existing baseplate, suction/discharge piping and foundations are usually preserved; what changes is the rotating set. FB application engineering performs the dimensional gap analysis prior to supply.

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 Caaporã, optimizing the flow/pressure/power ratio.

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 Caaporã and all of Brazil.

Shorter delivery times (no import dependency), direct technical support from FB engineering, replacement parts with in-house manufacturing, prices in local currency (no exchange rate exposure) and on-site service for projects in Caaporã and surrounding areas. FB Bombas has been manufacturing in Brazil since 1944.

Yes. FB Bombas application engineering supports ISO 10816 vibration analysis (velocity RMS in mm/s) for diagnosing misalignment, imbalance, bearing defects and cavitation on pumps installed in Caaporã. The service includes baseline capture at startup, spectral comparison during PM campaigns, and intervention recommendations (re-balancing, bearing replacement, laser alignment) before vibration exceeds the standard’s zone D.

FBE external gear pumps can operate with fluids up to 100,000 SSU (approximately 22,000 cSt). For very high viscosities, rotation is reduced to maintain volumetric efficiency and component life. Engineering sizes each application in Caaporã according to the actual viscosity profile.

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.

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.

Yes. FB Bombas serves Caaporã 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.

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