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

FBE Gear Pumps in Forquilhinha

From the Cabreúva-SP factory, 648 km via BR-116 Rodovia Régis Bittencourt, FB Bombas reaches Forquilhinha with FBE, FBCN, FBOT inventory and engineering capability for special projects. FB Bombas is a Brazilian manufacturer of industrial pumps serving Forquilhinha, Santa Catarina, with the FBE, FBCN, FBOT and FBEI series applied to the local industry sector that dominates the region. Direct factory service from Cabreúva-SP, with application engineering for technical sizing and certification under CRCC Petrobras / API 610 / ASME B73.1 per project specification. Road access runs via BR-116 Rodovia Régis Bittencourt, with branches through BR-116, BR-101 and BR-282 — a corridor that sets delivery times for rotating equipment and the logistics of technical service. Only 210 km from the refining cluster of Canoas, Forquilhinha benefits from logistics spillover and movement of technical professionals — FB Bombas has a service track record in the region. FB Bombas serves Forquilhinha with a complete aftermarket package — original spare parts, preventive maintenance, vibration troubleshooting (ISO 10816 analysis), ISO 21940 G2.5 balancing and retrofit of global-manufacturer pumps on the ASME B73.1 baseplate. For projects in Forquilhinha 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. Typical fluids in Forquilhinha's industrial operations include óleos industriais and água industrial — a vector that determines whether the correct specification is the FBE/FBEI (gear) or FBCN/FBOT (centrifugal / thermal oil) series.

Nationwide Service
658km 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

For viscous fluids in local industry (Forquilhinha, Santa Catarina), FB application engineering recommends FBEI as a starting point. API 676 compliance, vertically integrated manufacturing in Cabreúva-SP, 48-72h lead time.

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FBE Gear Pumps Industrial in Forquilhinha

Local context

From the Cabreúva-SP factory, 648 km via BR-116 Rodovia Régis Bittencourt, FB Bombas reaches Forquilhinha with FBE, FBCN, FBOT inventory and engineering capability for special projects. FB Bombas is a Brazilian manufacturer of industrial pumps serving Forquilhinha, Santa Catarina, with the FBE, FBCN, FBOT and FBEI series applied to the local industry sector that dominates the region. Direct factory service from Cabreúva-SP, with application engineering for technical sizing and certification under CRCC Petrobras / API 610 / ASME B73.1 per project specification. Road access runs via BR-116 Rodovia Régis Bittencourt, with branches through BR-116, BR-101 and BR-282 — a corridor that sets delivery times for rotating equipment and the logistics of technical service. Only 210 km from the refining cluster of Canoas, Forquilhinha benefits from logistics spillover and movement of technical professionals — FB Bombas has a service track record in the region. FB Bombas serves Forquilhinha with a complete aftermarket package — original spare parts, preventive maintenance, vibration troubleshooting (ISO 10816 analysis), ISO 21940 G2.5 balancing and retrofit of global-manufacturer pumps on the ASME B73.1 baseplate. For projects in Forquilhinha 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. Typical fluids in Forquilhinha's industrial operations include óleos industriais and água industrial — a vector that determines whether the correct specification is the FBE/FBEI (gear) or FBCN/FBOT (centrifugal / thermal oil) series.

Technical solutions

Typical applications mapped for Forquilhinha include transferência geral and utilidades — each with its own requirements for NPSH, acceptable pulsation and start-up strategy. Material selection for óleos industriais and água industrial in Forquilhinha considers cast iron with proper coating or stainless steels when the fluid requires — a specification FB Bombas details on a matweb sheet after fluid chemical analysis. FBEI and FBCN: this is the set of FB series with initial technical fit for Forquilhinha, respecting fluid characteristics and the regional operating regime. For Forquilhinha, the FB protocol includes hydrostatic test at 1.5× design pressure, performance run and ISO 21940 G2.5 balancing — all documented in the Data Book.

Why FB Bombas

The low fluid-complexity profile in Forquilhinha (lean fluid roster — technical operation focused on few main vectors) shapes FB's technical strategy: standardization versus case-by-case customization. Forquilhinha shows a high industrial density — multiple plants in a small radius, meaningful cumulative demand pattern, a structural factor that modulates predictability of recurring revenue and the viable contract type (spot, annual, multi-year). refino cluster near Forquilhinha imposes a scheduled outages every 3-5 years (turnaround) — synchronized demand peaks across the supply chain pace — syncing equipment purchases, PM contracting and regional technical-team mobilization. Working with óleos industriais and água industrial in Forquilhinha demands attention to viscosity at operating temperature, residual abrasiveness and chemical compatibility — criteria FB engineering applies on every project. In Forquilhinha, series FBEI for transferência geral and series FBCN for utilidades — a combination that covers the typical local industrial demand. Due to proximity to the refino cluster, Forquilhinha 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

Typical transit time to Forquilhinha: 24-48h via federal highways — the window used in FB Bombas' standard commercial commitment. The main logistics axis between Cabreúva-SP and Forquilhinha is BR-116 Rodovia Régis Bittencourt, totaling 648 km — a route that sets the default delivery time for finished equipment. Dispatch from the Cabreúva-SP factory to Forquilhinha occurs after bench hydraulic testing and Data Book verification — mandatory steps in FB's quality control.

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FB engineers serve Forquilhinha for the FBE series with a sized proposal — duty point, fluid, field conditions and supply lead time.

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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.

Discover FB Bombas

Own factory in Cabreúva/SP with full production capability, serving Forquilhinha 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 Forquilhinha and the entire Santa Catarina 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 Forquilhinha — same series, same factory in Cabreúva/SP.

Frequently Asked Questions about Forquilhinha

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.

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

Yes. FB Bombas manufactures pumps for stationary fire protection systems in compliance with NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) and ABNT NBR 16704 standards, serving building and industrial projects that require these certifications.

Yes. FB Bombas is a Brazilian industrial-pump manufacturer since 1944, with a factory in Cabreúva/SP and a technical team for projects in Forquilhinha. The FBCN (centrifugal), FBE/FBEI (gear) and FBOT (thermal oil) series cover applications typically served by global manufacturers such as KSB, Sulzer, Imbil and Grundfos — with advantages in lead time (no import), direct support without intermediaries, fast spare-parts availability and Portuguese-speaking application engineering. For retrofits, ASME B73.1 normalization ensures dimensional interchangeability with existing baseplates.

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 Forquilhinha, optimizing the flow/pressure/power ratio.

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 Forquilhinha.

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 Forquilhinha. 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.

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.

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 Forquilhinha 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.

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