Technical summary
The FBCN (normalized centrifugal) line is specified in Apodi, Rio Grande do Norte for fruticultura — head up to 135 m, temperature up to 260°C. ASME B73.1, in-house manufacturing in Cabreúva-SP (2204 km).


In Apodi, Fruticultura and Cal 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. Apodi, Rio Grande do Norte is territory where FB Bombas operates as a Brazilian industrial-pump manufacturer with 82 years of continuous operation. For the fruticultura industrial profile dominating the region, we offer the FBE, FBCN, FBOT and FBEI series with CRCC Petrobras qualification, API 676 compliance and ASME B73.1 normalization (API 610 engineered-to-order projects) — basis for retrofit in plants with global manufacturers already installed. FB Bombas pumps installed in Apodi, Rio Grande do Norte meet CRCC Petrobras qualification, ASME B73.1 (centrifugal) and API 676 (gear) compliance — credentials FB has sustained as a Brazilian manufacturer since 1944. Only 218 km from the industrial district cluster of Maracanau, Apodi benefits from logistics spillover and movement of technical professionals — FB Bombas has a service track record in the region. Apodi is served by the BR-101 (via PB) axis and also by highways BR-101, BR-226 and BR-304 for heavy-cargo movement — relevant for delivery of mounted skids and large pump-and-motor sets. FB Bombas application engineering owns technical specification in Apodi — 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. Service to Apodi is coordinated from the Cabreúva-SP factory, route BR-101 (via PB) (2204 km), with a technical team for selection, commissioning and replacement support.
In Apodi, Fruticultura and Cal 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. Apodi, Rio Grande do Norte is territory where FB Bombas operates as a Brazilian industrial-pump manufacturer with 82 years of continuous operation. For the fruticultura industrial profile dominating the region, we offer the FBE, FBCN, FBOT and FBEI series with CRCC Petrobras qualification, API 676 compliance and ASME B73.1 normalization (API 610 engineered-to-order projects) — basis for retrofit in plants with global manufacturers already installed. FB Bombas pumps installed in Apodi, Rio Grande do Norte meet CRCC Petrobras qualification, ASME B73.1 (centrifugal) and API 676 (gear) compliance — credentials FB has sustained as a Brazilian manufacturer since 1944. Only 218 km from the industrial district cluster of Maracanau, Apodi benefits from logistics spillover and movement of technical professionals — FB Bombas has a service track record in the region. Apodi is served by the BR-101 (via PB) axis and also by highways BR-101, BR-226 and BR-304 for heavy-cargo movement — relevant for delivery of mounted skids and large pump-and-motor sets. FB Bombas application engineering owns technical specification in Apodi — 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. Service to Apodi is coordinated from the Cabreúva-SP factory, route BR-101 (via PB) (2204 km), with a technical team for selection, commissioning and replacement support.

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The FBCN (normalized centrifugal) line is specified in Apodi, Rio Grande do Norte for fruticultura — head up to 135 m, temperature up to 260°C. ASME B73.1, in-house manufacturing in Cabreúva-SP (2204 km).
In Apodi, Fruticultura and Cal 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. Apodi, Rio Grande do Norte is territory where FB Bombas operates as a Brazilian industrial-pump manufacturer with 82 years of continuous operation. For the fruticultura industrial profile dominating the region, we offer the FBE, FBCN, FBOT and FBEI series with CRCC Petrobras qualification, API 676 compliance and ASME B73.1 normalization (API 610 engineered-to-order projects) — basis for retrofit in plants with global manufacturers already installed. FB Bombas pumps installed in Apodi, Rio Grande do Norte meet CRCC Petrobras qualification, ASME B73.1 (centrifugal) and API 676 (gear) compliance — credentials FB has sustained as a Brazilian manufacturer since 1944. Only 218 km from the industrial district cluster of Maracanau, Apodi benefits from logistics spillover and movement of technical professionals — FB Bombas has a service track record in the region. Apodi is served by the BR-101 (via PB) axis and also by highways BR-101, BR-226 and BR-304 for heavy-cargo movement — relevant for delivery of mounted skids and large pump-and-motor sets. FB Bombas application engineering owns technical specification in Apodi — 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. Service to Apodi is coordinated from the Cabreúva-SP factory, route BR-101 (via PB) (2204 km), with a technical team for selection, commissioning and replacement support.
In utilities and continuous process in Apodi, the standardized centrifugal standardizes the fleet: 53 models with bench-tested curves cover the flow × head grid, and the same construction philosophy simplifies spares inventory across sizes — fewer critical items, more availability. For Apodi, FB delivery includes conformance certificates against ASME B73.1 for horizontal normalized centrifugal pumps — consolidated market standard — documentation typically required during commissioning audits and qualification processes. Apodi, near a distrito-industrial cluster, deals with variable mix: specialty chemicals, hydraulic oils, purified water and thermal oil — a technical agenda well known to FB application engineering. The FB model for Apodi: 96h to 7 days logistics lead time, with the option to accelerate via air modal or alternative routing in operational emergencies.
In Apodi, high industrial density — multiple plants in a small radius, meaningful cumulative demand — a characteristic that sizes FB's commercial strategy: application-engineering coverage, visit cadence and depth of consignment stock. By IBGE's breakdown, Apodi adds up a GDP of R$ 942 million (2023) with industrial share of 25.6% in value added (2021) — a market where FB serves from process circuits to water and HVAC infrastructure. In Apodi, distrito-industrial-cluster seasonality manifests as variable seasonality depending on plant mix — individualized planning — information FB Bombas uses to schedule plant capacity and ready-to-ship inventory. In Apodi, fruticultura accounts for a large share of the pumping load — combining utility lines (water, steam, compressed air) with dedicated process circuits. Apodi, among the 50 most populous cities in RN, maintains a relevant industrial base, sustains a predictable B2B demand chain — an ideal profile for scheduled supply and multi-year replacement contracts. In Apodi, near a distrito-industrial cluster, applications such as diverse applications — specialty chemicals, hydraulic oils, purified water and thermal oils make up the operational agenda — each backed by technical references in the FBE/FBCN/FBOT catalogues.
Cabreúva-SP to Apodi: 2204 km via BR-101 (via PB), a consolidated corridor with carriers qualified by FB Bombas for heavy-equipment cargo. Federal highways BR-101, BR-226 and BR-304 make up the access network to Apodi, offering routing flexibility for equipment cargo. Apodi: technical service is organized as technical visits planned as a mission — concentrated agenda to cover multiple plants in a single trip — the model FB Bombas uses to ensure support without overloading operations.
FB engineers serve Apodi for the FBCN series with a sized proposal — duty point, fluid, field conditions and supply lead time.
Talk to engineeringFor 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.

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Brazilian sectors for which FB Bombas sizes equipment — complete technical guides per application.
Regional service from Apodi — same series, same factory in Cabreúva/SP.
In Apodi, service comes directly from the factory in Cabreúva/SP, through the FB Bombas team. The customer speaks with application engineering for sizing, receives the complete technical quotation within 3-5 business days and buys original parts at factory pricing. When project criticality warrants it, on-site technical visits to Apodi are scheduled.
A technical quote for Apodi starts with the application briefing, sent via website form, WhatsApp +55 11 97287-4837 or email comercial@fbbombas.com.br. Required items: fluid name with viscosity at operating temperature, target flow (m³/h), discharge head (m), available NPSH, operating temperature and whether the regime is continuous or intermittent. Once the analysis is complete, application engineering replies bringing a preliminary technical proposal, characteristic curve, suggested materials and delivery lead time.
It does. FB pumps for stationary fire protection systems follow the NFPA standard (National Fire Protection Association) and ABNT's NBR 16704, requirements demanded in building and industrial projects that call for these certifications.
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 Apodi 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.
Yes. A complete technical Data Book accompanies each FB Bombas pump that reaches Apodi: hydraulic test certificate, material certificates (stainless steel, duplex and ductile cast iron per spec), ISO 21940 G2.5 balancing report, characteristic curve measured on the test bench, API 682 mechanical-seal data sheets, operation and maintenance manual and as-built drawings. The unit serial number traces all this documentation.
Since 1944 — over 82 years of continuous experience manufacturing industrial pumps. In Cabreúva/SP, the factory brings engineering, manufacturing and testing together under one roof, which assures total quality control on each unit shipped to Apodi and all across Brazil.
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.
It does. The standard used is ISO 10816, with velocity RMS in mm/s, and the diagnosis — conducted by FB Bombas application engineering — identifies misalignment, imbalance, bearing defects and cavitation on pumps operating in Apodi. At startup the baseline is captured; in PM campaigns, spectral comparison is performed; and interventions (re-balancing, bearing replacement, laser alignment) are recommended before vibration enters zone D.
Every FB pump leaves the factory with a warranty against manufacturing defects, under the terms detailed in the commercial proposal. The condition is that installation, operation and maintenance respect the manual's parameters and the sizing defined by engineering. For details on your project in Apodi, talk to our technical team.
It does. FB Bombas' technical training program for operators and maintainers in Apodi covers: characteristic-curve reading and sizing, cavitation identified via NPSH, mechanical-seal troubleshooting, laser alignment, vibration analyzed per ISO 10816 and preventive maintenance (PM) practice, including bearing and wear-ring replacement. Location and format are flexible — customer plant or the Cabreúva/SP factory, in person or hybrid.
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