Technical summary
The FBCN (normalized centrifugal) line is specified in Caraúbas, Rio Grande do Norte for local industry — head up to 135 m, temperature up to 260°C. ASME B73.1, in-house manufacturing in Cabreúva-SP (2202 km).
FBCN Centrifugal Pumps
FBCN Centrifugal Pumps in Caraúbas
For Caraúbas, FB Bombas offers retrofit of existing baseplates — the FBCN centrifugal follows ASME B73.1, whose dimension designation is common to the entire installed normalized fleet, whoever the original manufacturer was. CRCC Petrobras registration valid in RN qualifies FB Bombas for direct supply to Caraúbas in refining and petrochemical operations, with FBE (API 676) and FBCN (ASME B73.1) series and materials specified per NACE MR0175 for sour service with H2S. Caraúbas requires pumping of óleos industriais and água industrial, a fluid set for which FB Bombas already has product series with field-validated material selection. FB Bombas application engineering serves Caraúbas 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). FB Bombas is the national industrial-pump manufacturer serving Caraúbas (RN) with direct factory service from Cabreúva-SP. For local industry — the dominant industrial calling of Caraúbas — we recommend the FBE, FBCN, FBOT and FBEI series, with field-validated materials, cartridge mechanical seal and characteristic curve certified on an hydraulic bench. Through 243-km proximity to the industrial district cluster of Maracanau, Caraúbas inherits technical-qualification standards (CRCC, sector audits and customer-side homologation standards) and approved suppliers — a favorable context for normalized FB solutions. Caraúbas 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. Service to Caraúbas is coordinated from the Cabreúva-SP factory, route BR-101 (via PB) (2202 km), with a technical team for selection, commissioning and replacement support.
Nationwide Service
2192km from factory
FBCN Centrifugal Pumps|Desde 1944
For Caraúbas, FB Bombas offers retrofit of existing baseplates — the FBCN centrifugal follows ASME B73.1, whose dimension designation is common to the entire installed normalized fleet, whoever the original manufacturer was. CRCC Petrobras registration valid in RN qualifies FB Bombas for direct supply to Caraúbas in refining and petrochemical operations, with FBE (API 676) and FBCN (ASME B73.1) series and materials specified per NACE MR0175 for sour service with H2S. Caraúbas requires pumping of óleos industriais and água industrial, a fluid set for which FB Bombas already has product series with field-validated material selection. FB Bombas application engineering serves Caraúbas 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). FB Bombas is the national industrial-pump manufacturer serving Caraúbas (RN) with direct factory service from Cabreúva-SP. For local industry — the dominant industrial calling of Caraúbas — we recommend the FBE, FBCN, FBOT and FBEI series, with field-validated materials, cartridge mechanical seal and characteristic curve certified on an hydraulic bench. Through 243-km proximity to the industrial district cluster of Maracanau, Caraúbas inherits technical-qualification standards (CRCC, sector audits and customer-side homologation standards) and approved suppliers — a favorable context for normalized FB solutions. Caraúbas 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. Service to Caraúbas is coordinated from the Cabreúva-SP factory, route BR-101 (via PB) (2202 km), with a technical team for selection, commissioning and replacement support.
Coverage
Nationwide Service
Distance
2192km 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.
FBCN Centrifugal Pumps Industrial in Caraúbas
Local context
For Caraúbas, FB Bombas offers retrofit of existing baseplates — the FBCN centrifugal follows ASME B73.1, whose dimension designation is common to the entire installed normalized fleet, whoever the original manufacturer was. CRCC Petrobras registration valid in RN qualifies FB Bombas for direct supply to Caraúbas in refining and petrochemical operations, with FBE (API 676) and FBCN (ASME B73.1) series and materials specified per NACE MR0175 for sour service with H2S. Caraúbas requires pumping of óleos industriais and água industrial, a fluid set for which FB Bombas already has product series with field-validated material selection. FB Bombas application engineering serves Caraúbas 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). FB Bombas is the national industrial-pump manufacturer serving Caraúbas (RN) with direct factory service from Cabreúva-SP. For local industry — the dominant industrial calling of Caraúbas — we recommend the FBE, FBCN, FBOT and FBEI series, with field-validated materials, cartridge mechanical seal and characteristic curve certified on an hydraulic bench. Through 243-km proximity to the industrial district cluster of Maracanau, Caraúbas inherits technical-qualification standards (CRCC, sector audits and customer-side homologation standards) and approved suppliers — a favorable context for normalized FB solutions. Caraúbas 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. Service to Caraúbas is coordinated from the Cabreúva-SP factory, route BR-101 (via PB) (2202 km), with a technical team for selection, commissioning and replacement support.
Technical solutions
Technical-and-commercial support for Caraúbas is covered from Cabreúva-SP, with typical lead time for critical parts of 96h to 7 days via dedicated carrier. For óleos industriais and água industrial, the materials recommendation in Caraúbas converges on austenitic stainless steels (AISI 304/316) with attention to thermal expansion, a starting point adjustable based on field-observed corrosion. For the technical profile observed in Caraúbas, 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. In Caraúbas, transferência geral and utilidades form the typical-use portfolio — guiding series selection, sealing configuration and internal coating according to fluid abrasiveness or aggressiveness. FBCN sizing for the Caraúbas circuit checks three points on the curve: the operating point (near BEP), available NPSH with margin over required — critical with hot fluid or suction lift — and end-of-curve power, which protects the motor against overload in off-design operation.
Why FB Bombas
Caraúbas: medium density — regular and predictable opportunity pipeline — a variable influencing commercial strategy and service logistics. By IBGE's breakdown, Caraúbas adds up a GDP of R$ 540 million (2023) with industrial share of 25.4% in value added (2021) — a market where FB serves from process circuits to water and HVAC infrastructure. Caraúbas: by affinity to the distrito-industrial cluster, variable seasonality depending on plant mix — individualized planning — a variable that enters commercial planning. The distrito-industrial cluster around Caraúbas concentrates applications diverse applications — specialty chemicals, hydraulic oils, purified water and thermal oils — a technical package where FB Bombas has commissioning, retrofit and long-term support history. Use cases in Caraúbas (series FBEI for transferência geral and series FBCN for utilidades) follow the FB technical playbook with benchmarking against an analogous installed base in a comparable region. The fluid catalogue in Caraúbas (óleos industriais and água industrial) demands case-by-case technical analysis: pour point, Saybolt viscosity at operating temperature, suspended solids and pH profile. Given its state-level scale (among the 50 most populous cities in RN, maintains a relevant industrial base), Caraúbas concentrates projects of varying complexity — making room for both standardized ASME B73.1 solutions and engineered-to-order.
Logistics & support
Cabreúva-SP to Caraúbas: 2202 km via BR-101 (via PB), a consolidated corridor with carriers qualified by FB Bombas for heavy-equipment cargo. Caraúbas receives equipment within 72h to 7 days, depending on modal and dry season counted from dispatch at the Cabreúva-SP factory. Federal highways BR-101, BR-226 and BR-304 make up the access network to Caraúbas, offering routing flexibility for equipment cargo. Caraúbas: 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.
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FB engineers serve Caraúbas for the FBCN 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 Caraúbas 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 Caraúbas and the entire Rio Grande do Norte 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
Companies that Trust FB Bombas
Present in the largest industrial projects in Brazil and Latin America
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Regional service from Caraúbas — same series, same factory in Cabreúva/SP.
Frequently Asked Questions about Caraúbas
What types of fluids can FB pumps handle?
What types of fluids can FB pumps handle?
Three fluid fronts are covered by the FB series. FBE: mineral and synthetic oils, asphalt (CAP), BPF fuel oils, petroleum derivatives, molasses, resins, viscous chemical and hydraulic products. FBCN: raw and treated water, process fluids and industrial effluents. FBOT: thermal oil at elevated temperatures. Fluid viscosity, temperature and chemical compatibility guide the sizing of every application.
How to request a pump quote for Caraúbas?
How to request a pump quote for Caraúbas?
Three paths lead to a quote: the website form, WhatsApp +55 11 97287-4837 and the email comercial@fbbombas.com.br. With the application data in hand (fluid, flow, pressure, temperature), the technical team returns a proposal already sized for your scenario in Caraúbas.
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.
Does FB Bombas serve Caraúbas?
Does FB Bombas serve Caraúbas?
Yes — Caraúbas is part of FB Bombas’ direct service area. Supply, engineering support and spare parts ship from the factory in Cabreúva/SP; sizing is done at no cost and, when the project is critical, the team evaluates an on-site technical visit.
Does FB Bombas manufacture custom pumps?
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.
Does FB Bombas retrofit older pumps?
Does FB Bombas retrofit older pumps?
Yes. Existing installations can undergo retrofit with FB Bombas — the scope covers seal upgrades, swapping worn components, adaptation for new fluids and hydraulic performance gains. A technical report on the current installation serves as the basis for the assessment.
Is FB Bombas a national alternative to imported manufacturers in Caraúbas?
Is FB Bombas a national alternative to imported manufacturers in Caraúbas?
Yes. With a factory in Cabreúva/SP and a technical team dedicated to projects in Caraúbas, FB Bombas has manufactured industrial pumps in Brazil since 1944. Applications currently running on imported equipment are covered by the FBCN (centrifugal), FBE/FBEI (gear) and FBOT (thermal oil) series — adding advantages in lead time (no import), factory-direct technical support, spare parts for FB pumps and application engineering that works in Portuguese. In a normalized-line retrofit, the interchangeability set out in ASME B73.1 holds between units of the same standard dimension designation, whatever the original supplier.
How do I contact FB Bombas’ technical team?
How do I contact FB Bombas’ technical team?
There are three channels: WhatsApp +55 11 97287-4837, email comercial@fbbombas.com.br and the form on our website. Technical questions get priority response within the same business day — the reply comes directly from application engineering.
Does FB Bombas support ISO 10816 vibration analysis for predictive maintenance in Caraúbas?
Does FB Bombas support ISO 10816 vibration analysis for predictive maintenance in Caraúbas?
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 Caraúbas. 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.
Are replacement parts available for customers in Caraúbas?
Are replacement parts available for customers in Caraúbas?
There is. Full production in Cabreúva/SP guarantees factory replacement parts for all four series — planned shutdowns get short lead times and emergencies receive priority handling, which protects the total cost of ownership of the equipment installed in Caraúbas.
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