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FBE Gear Pumps

FBE Gear Pumps in Igarassu

The fluid roster in Igarassu (melaço, óleos lubrificantes, óleos comestíveis and caldo de cana) demands attention to viscosity, operating temperature and chemical compatibility — variables that FB application engineering uses to recommend the proper series. The road network BR-101, BR-232 and BR-116, with BR-101 (via AL) as the main axis, defines response time for critical-part shipments and technical visits to Igarassu. In Igarassu, Sucroalcooleiro and Alimentos 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. The IBGE classification places Igarassu in the Metropolitana de Recife mesoregion — an area whose industrial profile directly influences demand for rotating equipment. FB Bombas application engineering owns technical specification in Igarassu — 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. Through 52-km proximity to the port cluster of Cabo De Santo Agostinho, Igarassu inherits technical-qualification standards (CRCC, sector audits and customer-side homologation standards) and approved suppliers — a favorable context for normalized FB solutions. For projects in Igarassu 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. Igarassu, Pernambuco is territory where FB Bombas operates as a Brazilian industrial-pump manufacturer with 80 years of continuous operation. For the sucroalcooleiro industrial profile dominating the region, we offer the FBE series with CRCC Petrobras certification, API 610 / API 676 compliance and ASME B73.1 normalization — basis for retrofit in plants with global manufacturers already installed. For Igarassu, where sucroalcooleiro is the dominant calling, FB Bombas recommends the FBE series: FBE external gear pumps for transfer of molasses, ethanol, lubricating oils and viscous fluids in sugarcane mills. Technical window: Ideal for molasses and honey, Operation with crystallized products, Easy cleaning. FB Bombas serves Igarassu from its Cabreúva-SP factory, with transport via BR-101 (via AL) and application-engineering support for dimensioning according to the actual operation profile.

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2149km from factory
80+

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API

Certified

100%

Warranty

80+
Years in Market
CRCC
Petrobras Approved
27
States Served
API 610/676
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Technical summary

Direct answer for industrial projects — recommended series, standards compliance and logistics.

Technical summary

FBE+FBEI gear pumps (FB Bombas) in Igarassu, Pernambuco: sized for sucroalcooleiro, viscous fluids up to 350°C, API 676 compliance and in-house manufacturing in Cabreúva-SP at 2160 km. Typical critical-parts lead time: 96h to 7 days.

Local technical content

FBE Gear Pumps Industrial in Igarassu

Local context

The fluid roster in Igarassu (melaço, óleos lubrificantes, óleos comestíveis and caldo de cana) demands attention to viscosity, operating temperature and chemical compatibility — variables that FB application engineering uses to recommend the proper series. The road network BR-101, BR-232 and BR-116, with BR-101 (via AL) as the main axis, defines response time for critical-part shipments and technical visits to Igarassu. In Igarassu, Sucroalcooleiro and Alimentos 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. The IBGE classification places Igarassu in the Metropolitana de Recife mesoregion — an area whose industrial profile directly influences demand for rotating equipment. FB Bombas application engineering owns technical specification in Igarassu — 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. Through 52-km proximity to the port cluster of Cabo De Santo Agostinho, Igarassu inherits technical-qualification standards (CRCC, sector audits and customer-side homologation standards) and approved suppliers — a favorable context for normalized FB solutions. For projects in Igarassu 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. Igarassu, Pernambuco is territory where FB Bombas operates as a Brazilian industrial-pump manufacturer with 80 years of continuous operation. For the sucroalcooleiro industrial profile dominating the region, we offer the FBE series with CRCC Petrobras certification, API 610 / API 676 compliance and ASME B73.1 normalization — basis for retrofit in plants with global manufacturers already installed. For Igarassu, where sucroalcooleiro is the dominant calling, FB Bombas recommends the FBE series: FBE external gear pumps for transfer of molasses, ethanol, lubricating oils and viscous fluids in sugarcane mills. Technical window: Ideal for molasses and honey, Operation with crystallized products, Easy cleaning. FB Bombas serves Igarassu from its Cabreúva-SP factory, with transport via BR-101 (via AL) and application-engineering support for dimensioning according to the actual operation profile.

Technical solutions

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 the operating window initially considered for Igarassu — the final curve is finalized after piping-network analysis (head loss, geometric head, required vs. available NPSH). Igarassu: transferência de melaço, dosagem de aditivos, transferência de óleos and circulação de caldo. This application mix is covered by the recommended FB series, with case-by-case fine tuning. In Igarassu, the sealing strategy starts at single cartridge mechanical seal (Plan 11/13) for general service, upgradable to dual when the fluid requires secondary containment — combined with API 682 plan selection (Plan 11/13/52/53/62) and specific commissioning care. Technical-and-commercial support for Igarassu is covered from Cabreúva-SP, with typical lead time for critical parts of 96h to 7 days via dedicated carrier. Material selection for melaço, óleos lubrificantes and óleos comestíveis in Igarassu considers AISI 316 or for chloride resistance in marine atmosphere — a specification FB Bombas details on a matweb sheet after fluid chemical analysis. For the technical profile observed in Igarassu, FB Bombas application engineering recommends FBE+FBEI and FBCN+FBOT as a starting point for sizing, subject to refinement per Q×H curve, available NPSH and actual fluid temperature. 100% of pumps bound for Igarassu pass through the Cabreúva-SP hydraulic bench — acceptance testing with multi-point curve readings and G2.5 dynamic balancing.

Why FB Bombas

The high fluid-complexity profile in Igarassu (diversified fluid roster — requires a broad catalogue of materials and sealing configurations) shapes FB's technical strategy: standardization versus case-by-case customization. By the belongs to the set of cities with relevant industrial scale in the state profile, Igarassu ranks as a relevant market in FB's commercial plan with regular technical coverage. Igarassu shows a medium density — regular and predictable opportunity pipeline pattern, a structural factor that modulates predictability of recurring revenue and the viable contract type (spot, annual, multi-year). portuario cluster near Igarassu imposes a continuous flow with seasonality tied to agricultural harvests (bulk) and fuel supply pace — syncing equipment purchases, PM contracting and regional technical-team mobilization. logistics is a significant economic factor — order consolidation and integrated packages are recommended is the logistics-economic scenario of Igarassu, reflected in pricing, typical payment terms and warranty sizing. Typical fluids handled in Igarassu (melaço, óleos lubrificantes and óleos comestíveis) require careful selection of seal and coating materials — a central variable in pump sizing. sucroalcooleiro operations in Igarassu demand continuous pumping of process fluids, with preventive-maintenance windows aligned to plant scheduled outages. The portuario cluster near Igarassu brings applications such as bunker (BPF fuel oil), marine cooling water and liquid-bulk discharge — a repertoire FB Bombas serves with dedicated series and field-validated materials. Igarassu, among the 50 most populous cities in PE, maintains a relevant industrial base, offers a continuous pipeline of technical opportunities — from retrofit to greenfield. Typical use cases identified for Igarassu: series FBE+FBEI for transferência de melaço and dosagem de aditivos and series FBCN+FBOT for circulação de caldo and destilação. Municipalities adjacent to Igarassu have relevant industrial activity, and FB Bombas typically covers multiple plants of that region in a single scheduled technical visit.

Logistics & support

72h to 7 days, depending on modal and dry season: this is the typical delivery interval Cabreúva-SP → Igarassu, based on a consolidated road route and FB-qualified logistics operators. The BR-101 (via AL) corridor (2160 km) is the logistics spine for FB deliveries to Igarassu — a factor entering FOB pricing and the commissioning lead-time curve. The service structure for Igarassu is sized as technical visits planned as a mission — concentrated agenda to cover multiple plants in a single trip, with escalation to additional visits in cases of commissioning, troubleshooting or complex retrofit. BR-101, BR-232 and BR-116 broaden FB's transport flexibility to Igarassu — useful in tight-window PM campaigns or for cargo whose gauge requires routes with specific bridges/curves. In specific situations, Igarassu can be served via cabotage (cargo through Santos, Itaqui or Pecém ports) — a modal evaluated case by case by FB commercial engineering. The factory-to-Igarassu dispatch includes technical packaging (impact protection, moisture sealing), multilingual documentation (PT/EN/ES when required) and approved-carrier tracking.

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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 Igarassu 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 Igarassu and the entire Pernambuco 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 Igarassu — same series, same factory in Cabreúva/SP.

Frequently Asked Questions about Igarassu

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 Igarassu.

Maximum temperature depends on the series: FBE and FBEI operate up to 350°C with heating jacket and special sealing; FBOT operates up to 350°C in thermal oil circuits; FBCN operates up to 250°C with proper materials and sealing. Correct sizing of sealing and materials is essential for safe operation.

Yes. FB Bombas’ application engineering analyzes the installed pump specifications (flow, pressure, viscosity, temperature) and proposes dimensional or functional technical equivalence with one of our series. Many clients in Igarassu have already made this replacement with gains in lead time, cost and local support.

The FB Bombas rotating set is balanced per ISO 21940 G2.5 (a balancing grade equivalent to API 610 requirements for heavy-duty service) — required for critical projects in Igarassu with continuous regime, plants with online vibration monitoring or applications with high cost of unplanned downtime. For machines running above 3,600 RPM or with rotating mass over 50 kg, balancing is performed on two planes with a piezoelectric sensor.

Yes. Since FB Bombas manufactures entirely in Cabreúva/SP, replacement parts for the FBE, FBEI, FBCN and FBOT series are available directly from the factory, with short lead times for scheduled stops and priority service for emergencies. This significantly reduces total cost of ownership.

Yes. FB Bombas serves the entire metropolitan region and microregions neighboring Igarassu with the same technical support and logistics structure. This regional reach allows serving industrial plants distributed across multiple cities in a coordinated way.

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 Igarassu and surrounding areas. FB Bombas has been manufacturing in Brazil since 1944.

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.

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.

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