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

FBE Gear Pumps in Catolé do Rocha

Based in Cabreúva-SP at 2137 km via BR-101 (via PE), FB Bombas delivers to Catolé do Rocha industrial pumps manufactured in-house since 1944 plus continuous technical support. Brazilian industrial-pump manufacturer since 1944, FB Bombas supplies Catolé do Rocha, Paraíba with the FBE, FBCN, FBOT, FBEI series and FBFS fire-fighting systems — designed and produced in Cabreúva-SP with API 610 / API 676 compliance, ASME B73.1 normalization (interchangeable with global manufacturers) and a traceable Data Book on every unit shipped. Logistically, the city connects to Cabreúva-SP via BR-101 (via PE), complemented by alternatives BR-101, BR-230 and BR-104 — a network that supports technical service within tight operational windows. For projects in Catolé do Rocha that demand formal technical qualification, FB Bombas series cover API 610 (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. The IBGE classification places Catolé do Rocha in the Sertão Paraibano mesoregion — an area whose industrial profile directly influences demand for rotating equipment. Just 291 km separate Catolé do Rocha from the industrial district cluster of Maracanau — a distance that enables joint technical visits and dilution of mobilization cost across multiple customers. FB Bombas application engineering serves Catolé do Rocha 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). Catolé do Rocha requires pumping of óleos industriais and água industrial, a fluid set for which FB Bombas already has product series with field-validated material selection.

Nationwide Service
2127km 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

FBEI gear pumps (FB Bombas) in Catolé do Rocha, Paraíba: sized for local industry, viscous fluids up to 350°C, API 676 compliance and in-house manufacturing in Cabreúva-SP at 2137 km. Typical critical-parts lead time: 96h to 7 days.

Local technical content

FBE Gear Pumps Industrial in Catolé do Rocha

Local context

Based in Cabreúva-SP at 2137 km via BR-101 (via PE), FB Bombas delivers to Catolé do Rocha industrial pumps manufactured in-house since 1944 plus continuous technical support. Brazilian industrial-pump manufacturer since 1944, FB Bombas supplies Catolé do Rocha, Paraíba with the FBE, FBCN, FBOT, FBEI series and FBFS fire-fighting systems — designed and produced in Cabreúva-SP with API 610 / API 676 compliance, ASME B73.1 normalization (interchangeable with global manufacturers) and a traceable Data Book on every unit shipped. Logistically, the city connects to Cabreúva-SP via BR-101 (via PE), complemented by alternatives BR-101, BR-230 and BR-104 — a network that supports technical service within tight operational windows. For projects in Catolé do Rocha that demand formal technical qualification, FB Bombas series cover API 610 (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. The IBGE classification places Catolé do Rocha in the Sertão Paraibano mesoregion — an area whose industrial profile directly influences demand for rotating equipment. Just 291 km separate Catolé do Rocha from the industrial district cluster of Maracanau — a distance that enables joint technical visits and dilution of mobilization cost across multiple customers. FB Bombas application engineering serves Catolé do Rocha 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). Catolé do Rocha requires pumping of óleos industriais and água industrial, a fluid set for which FB Bombas already has product series with field-validated material selection.

Technical solutions

Recommended sealing for the operation profile in Catolé do Rocha 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. For the technical profile observed in Catolé do Rocha, FB Bombas application engineering recommends FBEI and FBCN as a starting point for sizing, subject to refinement per Q×H curve, available NPSH and actual fluid temperature. Catolé do Rocha: óleos industriais and água industrial suggest materials such as austenitic stainless steels (AISI 304/316) with attention to thermal expansion — a choice impacting both durability and cost of the pump-and-motor set. In Catolé do Rocha, transferência geral and utilidades form the typical-use portfolio — guiding series selection, sealing configuration and internal coating according to fluid abrasiveness or aggressiveness. Catolé do Rocha receives equipment after hydraulic testing and ISO 21940 G2.5 balancing — traceable report attached to the Data Book.

Why FB Bombas

Catolé do Rocha: low fluid complexity, lean fluid roster — technical operation focused on few main vectors. Catolé do Rocha: by affinity to the distrito-industrial cluster, variable seasonality depending on plant mix — individualized planning — a variable that enters commercial planning. Catolé do Rocha: high industrial density — multiple plants in a small radius, meaningful cumulative demand — a variable influencing commercial strategy and service logistics. Working with óleos industriais and água industrial in Catolé do Rocha demands attention to viscosity at operating temperature, residual abrasiveness and chemical compatibility — criteria FB engineering applies on every project. Catolé do Rocha among the 50 most populous cities in PB, maintains a relevant industrial base — a scale that translates into regular demand for rotating equipment. In Catolé do Rocha, series FBEI for transferência geral and series FBCN for utilidades — a combination that covers the typical local industrial demand. Due to proximity to the distrito-industrial cluster, Catolé do Rocha 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

Catolé do Rocha receives equipment within 72h to 7 days, depending on modal and dry season counted from dispatch at the Cabreúva-SP factory. Cabreúva-SP to Catolé do Rocha: 2137 km via BR-101 (via PE), a consolidated corridor with carriers qualified by FB Bombas for heavy-equipment cargo. Federal highways BR-101, BR-230 and BR-104 make up the access network to Catolé do Rocha, offering routing flexibility for equipment cargo. Before shipment to Catolé do Rocha, each piece of equipment undergoes dimensional inspection, hydraulic testing and document verification.

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For projects with FBE pumps in Catolé do Rocha, talk to FB application engineering: viscosity analysis, available NPSH, seal materials and operating regime — technical response within 24-48 business hours.

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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

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.

Discover FB Bombas

Own factory in Cabreúva/SP with full production capability, serving Catolé do Rocha 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 Catolé do Rocha 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 Catolé do Rocha — same series, same factory in Cabreúva/SP.

Frequently Asked Questions about Catolé do Rocha

How to request a pump quote for Catolé do Rocha?

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 Catolé do Rocha.

What types of pumps does FB Bombas manufacture?

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.

Are FB pumps easy to maintain?

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.

Does FB Bombas offer technical training for operators in Catolé do Rocha?

Yes. FB Bombas offers technical training for operations and maintenance teams in Catolé do Rocha, 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 manufacture custom pumps?

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.

Do FBCN pumps follow ASME B73.1 dimensional compliance?

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 Catolé do Rocha 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.

What is the emergency spare-parts lead time to Catolé do Rocha?

For critical parts (mechanical seal, impeller, shaft, wear ring, bearings) during a plant shutdown in Catolé do Rocha, 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.

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.

Are FB pumps energy efficient?

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 Catolé do Rocha, optimizing the flow/pressure/power ratio.

What certifications does FB Bombas hold?

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.

Need gear or centrifugal pumps in Catolé do Rocha?

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