Technical summary
In Gravataí, Rio Grande do Sul, FBEI (external gear) serves automobilística with 12 sizes (1/8" to 6"), pressure up to 22 kgf/cm² and field-validated materials. Cabreúva-SP at 831 km, 72-96h logistics lead time.
FBE Gear Pumps
FBE Gear Pumps in Gravataí
Typical fluids in Gravataí's industrial operations include óleos hidráulicos, fluidos de corte, água de resfriamento and água industrial — a vector that determines whether the correct specification is the FBE/FBEI (gear) or FBCN/FBOT (centrifugal / thermal oil) series. FB Bombas is the national industrial-pump manufacturer serving Gravataí (RS) with direct factory service from Cabreúva-SP. For automobilística — the dominant industrial calling of Gravataí — we recommend the FBOT series, with field-validated materials, cartridge mechanical seal and characteristic curve certified on an hydraulic bench. FB Bombas application engineering serves Gravataí 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). Gravataí has automobilística and metalurgia as its main industrial front — which directly shapes the pump type (gear, centrifugal, thermal-oil) with technical fit for each plant. The FB Bombas FBOT series answers automobilística demand in Gravataí — FBOT pumps for heating systems in painting processes, heat treatment and automotive assembly lines. Operating range: Stable temperature, Long service life, Low maintenance. Gravataí is served by the BR-116 (via Régis Bittencourt até PR/SC) axis and also by highways BR-116, BR-290 and BR-101 for heavy-cargo movement — relevant for delivery of mounted skids and large pump-and-motor sets. For projects in Gravataí that demand formal technical qualification, FB Bombas series cover ASME B73.1 (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. Just 19 km separate Gravataí from the refining cluster of Canoas — a distance that enables joint technical visits and dilution of mobilization cost across multiple customers. Within IBGE mesoregion Metropolitana de Porto Alegre, Gravataí shares economic context with adjacent municipalities, shaping typical pump specifications and the frequency of synchronized maintenance campaigns. FB Bombas serves Gravataí from its Cabreúva-SP factory, with transport via BR-116 (via Régis Bittencourt até PR/SC) and application-engineering support for dimensioning according to the actual operation profile.
Nationwide Service
841km from factory
FBE Gear Pumps|Desde 1944
Typical fluids in Gravataí's industrial operations include óleos hidráulicos, fluidos de corte, água de resfriamento and água industrial — a vector that determines whether the correct specification is the FBE/FBEI (gear) or FBCN/FBOT (centrifugal / thermal oil) series. FB Bombas is the national industrial-pump manufacturer serving Gravataí (RS) with direct factory service from Cabreúva-SP. For automobilística — the dominant industrial calling of Gravataí — we recommend the FBOT series, with field-validated materials, cartridge mechanical seal and characteristic curve certified on an hydraulic bench. FB Bombas application engineering serves Gravataí 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). Gravataí has automobilística and metalurgia as its main industrial front — which directly shapes the pump type (gear, centrifugal, thermal-oil) with technical fit for each plant. The FB Bombas FBOT series answers automobilística demand in Gravataí — FBOT pumps for heating systems in painting processes, heat treatment and automotive assembly lines. Operating range: Stable temperature, Long service life, Low maintenance. Gravataí is served by the BR-116 (via Régis Bittencourt até PR/SC) axis and also by highways BR-116, BR-290 and BR-101 for heavy-cargo movement — relevant for delivery of mounted skids and large pump-and-motor sets. For projects in Gravataí that demand formal technical qualification, FB Bombas series cover ASME B73.1 (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. Just 19 km separate Gravataí from the refining cluster of Canoas — a distance that enables joint technical visits and dilution of mobilization cost across multiple customers. Within IBGE mesoregion Metropolitana de Porto Alegre, Gravataí shares economic context with adjacent municipalities, shaping typical pump specifications and the frequency of synchronized maintenance campaigns. FB Bombas serves Gravataí from its Cabreúva-SP factory, with transport via BR-116 (via Régis Bittencourt até PR/SC) and application-engineering support for dimensioning according to the actual operation profile.
Coverage
Nationwide Service
Distance
841km 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.
FBE Gear Pumps Industrial in Gravataí
Local context
Typical fluids in Gravataí's industrial operations include óleos hidráulicos, fluidos de corte, água de resfriamento and água industrial — a vector that determines whether the correct specification is the FBE/FBEI (gear) or FBCN/FBOT (centrifugal / thermal oil) series. FB Bombas is the national industrial-pump manufacturer serving Gravataí (RS) with direct factory service from Cabreúva-SP. For automobilística — the dominant industrial calling of Gravataí — we recommend the FBOT series, with field-validated materials, cartridge mechanical seal and characteristic curve certified on an hydraulic bench. FB Bombas application engineering serves Gravataí 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). Gravataí has automobilística and metalurgia as its main industrial front — which directly shapes the pump type (gear, centrifugal, thermal-oil) with technical fit for each plant. The FB Bombas FBOT series answers automobilística demand in Gravataí — FBOT pumps for heating systems in painting processes, heat treatment and automotive assembly lines. Operating range: Stable temperature, Long service life, Low maintenance. Gravataí is served by the BR-116 (via Régis Bittencourt até PR/SC) axis and also by highways BR-116, BR-290 and BR-101 for heavy-cargo movement — relevant for delivery of mounted skids and large pump-and-motor sets. For projects in Gravataí that demand formal technical qualification, FB Bombas series cover ASME B73.1 (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. Just 19 km separate Gravataí from the refining cluster of Canoas — a distance that enables joint technical visits and dilution of mobilization cost across multiple customers. Within IBGE mesoregion Metropolitana de Porto Alegre, Gravataí shares economic context with adjacent municipalities, shaping typical pump specifications and the frequency of synchronized maintenance campaigns. FB Bombas serves Gravataí from its Cabreúva-SP factory, with transport via BR-116 (via Régis Bittencourt até PR/SC) and application-engineering support for dimensioning according to the actual operation profile.
Technical solutions
What defines the FBE external gear pump in Gravataí is its behavior under variable pressure: being positive displacement, flow follows speed and practically ignores backpressure swings in the line — the typical case of óleos hidráulicos. Two installation requirements follow from this physics: a sized relief valve on the discharge and, for fluids that harden when cold, a heating jacket on the pump body. FBCN centrifugal pumps with flow up to 2,200 m³/h, head up to 135 m and temperature up to 260°C (thermal oil via FBOT up to 350°C) is the operating window initially considered for Gravataí — the final curve is finalized after piping-network analysis (head loss, geometric head, required vs. available NPSH). Gravataí typically calls for FBEI and FBCN+FBOT — an initial recommendation based on local productFit, dominant industrial cluster and identified fluid profile; final technical approval is refined by application engineering. Recommended sealing for the operation profile in Gravataí is dual cartridge mechanical seal (API 682 Plan 53A/53B) for hazardous or high-temperature fluids — a choice that affects MTBF and maintenance procedure. In Gravataí, materials such as cast iron with proper coating or stainless steels when the fluid requires answer the requirements of óleos hidráulicos, fluidos de corte and água de resfriamento — a combination that drives service life of casing, impeller, shaft and shaft sleeve, refined via corrosion analysis using removal rates (mpy). In Gravataí, prensas hidráulicas, usinagem, hidráulica industrial and cabines de pintura are the applications that most often appear in local industrial operations; each defines a distinct set of process variables. Gravataí receives equipment after hydraulic testing and ISO 21940 G2.5 balancing — traceable report attached to the Data Book.
Why FB Bombas
In Gravataí, the medium complexity index in the fluid mix sets moderate fluid roster — concentration in a few main technical categories — a factor adjusting both technical-spec depth and materials-catalogue scope. In Gravataí, logistics carries relative weight in the final composition — planned projects usually consolidate volumes — a variable entering the decision between CIF/FOB freight, order consolidation and contractual delivery window. IBGE figures size the local market: GDP of R$ 15.5 billion in 2023, with 38.5% of value added coming from industry (2021) — in Gravataí, pumping is a production input, not an accessory. In Gravataí, very high industrial concentration — territory for multi-customer technical-visit campaigns — a characteristic that sizes FB's commercial strategy: application-engineering coverage, visit cadence and depth of consignment stock. In Gravataí, refino-cluster seasonality manifests as scheduled outages every 3-5 years (turnaround) — synchronized demand peaks across the supply chain — information FB Bombas uses to schedule plant capacity and ready-to-ship inventory. Working with óleos hidráulicos, fluidos de corte and água de resfriamento in Gravataí demands attention to viscosity at operating temperature, residual abrasiveness and chemical compatibility — criteria FB engineering applies on every project. Gravataí is embedded in a microregion with dense industrial neighborhood, a context that favors shared technical-service logistics and distributed parts inventory. In Gravataí, series FBEI for prensas hidráulicas and usinagem and series FBCN+FBOT for cabines de pintura and teste — a combination that covers the typical local industrial demand. In Gravataí, fire-pump sets (electric, diesel or electric+diesel) follow NFPA 20 and NBR 16704 — supplied through FBFS. In Gravataí, automobilística plants concentrate recurring demand for centrifugal pumps for utilities and positive-displacement pumps for viscous fluids. Due to proximity to the refino cluster, Gravataí shares a technical agenda with crude transfer, distillation-tower circulation, charge pumps for reactors and movement of derivatives — a direct path to series and materials selection.
Logistics & support
Gravataí receives equipment within 48-72h, with possible technical stop counted from dispatch at the Cabreúva-SP factory. Federal highways BR-116, BR-290 and BR-101 make up the access network to Gravataí, offering routing flexibility for equipment cargo. Gravataí: technical service is organized as technical visits scheduled in advance, optimizing the specialized team's travel — the model FB Bombas uses to ensure support without overloading operations. Gravataí: critical parts (seal, bearings, wear ring) can be kept on consignment at the plant to minimize replacement time. Cabreúva-SP to Gravataí: 831 km via BR-116 (via Régis Bittencourt até PR/SC), a consolidated corridor with carriers qualified by FB Bombas for heavy-equipment cargo. Before shipment to Gravataí, each piece of equipment undergoes dimensional inspection, hydraulic testing and document verification.
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FB engineers serve Gravataí for the FBE 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.
Discover FB Bombas
Own factory in Cabreúva/SP with full production capability, serving Gravataí 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 Gravataí and the entire Rio Grande do Sul 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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gravataí
How long has FB Bombas been in the market?
How long has FB Bombas been in the market?
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 Gravataí and all across Brazil.
Are replacement parts available for customers in Gravataí?
Are replacement parts available for customers in Gravataí?
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.
Can FB Bombas pumps be financed via BNDES / FINAME in Gravataí?
Can FB Bombas pumps be financed via BNDES / FINAME in Gravataí?
Yes. As a Brazilian manufacturer accredited in FINAME — the BNDES Special Industrial Financing Agency —, FB Bombas qualifies equipment supplied to Gravataí for BNDES Finame financing lines (Industrial Working Capital, Modernization, Capital Goods), with preferential conditions for national industry. On the technical proposal, the commercial team includes the product's FINAME code to enter the customer's financial plan.
Does FB Bombas serve cities neighboring Gravataí?
Does FB Bombas serve cities neighboring Gravataí?
Yes. FB Bombas serves the entire metropolitan region and microregions neighboring Gravataí with the same technical support and logistics structure. This regional reach allows serving industrial plants distributed across multiple cities in a coordinated way.
How to request a pump quote for Gravataí?
How to request a pump quote for Gravataí?
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 Gravataí.
Is the FBCN dimensionally compatible with normalized pumps already installed in Gravataí?
Is the FBCN dimensionally compatible with normalized pumps already installed in Gravataí?
Yes, provided the dimension designation coincides. By following ASME B73.1 — the North American dimensional standard for end-suction process pumps — the FBCN occupies the standardised installation envelope defined by the norm, which does not depend on who built the pump running in Gravataí plants. What is supplied is the complete pump: baseplate, suction/discharge piping and foundations usually remain. FB application engineering runs the dimensional gap analysis before supply, covering flow, head and required NPSH as well.
How do I contact FB Bombas’ technical team?
How do I contact FB Bombas’ technical team?
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.
What is the emergency spare-parts lead time to Gravataí?
What is the emergency spare-parts lead time to Gravataí?
During a plant shutdown in Gravataí, critical parts — mechanical seal, impeller, shaft, wear ring, bearings — enter FB Bombas' emergency flow: pre-invoicing, priority dispatch and choice of alternative modal (express road or air, depending on distance and criticality). Typical lead time depends on the region and the window is negotiated case by case. Customers with an installed base and scheduled PM can keep part of the stock on consignment at the plant.
What types of fluids can FB pumps handle?
What types of fluids can FB pumps handle?
The FB line covers a wide range: mineral and synthetic oils, asphalt (CAP), BPF fuel oils, petroleum derivatives, molasses, resins, viscous chemical and hydraulic products (FBE series); raw and treated water, process fluids, industrial effluents (FBCN series); thermal oil at elevated temperatures (FBOT series). Each application is sized according to fluid viscosity, temperature and chemical compatibility.
What is the warranty on FB pumps?
What is the warranty on FB pumps?
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 Gravataí, talk to our technical team.
Regional Presence
Industrial Hub
Gravataí Industrial Hub
Gravataí is recognized as an important industrial hub in the region, with emphasis on automobilística and metalurgia. FB Bombas offers specialized service for local industries.
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