Technical summary
The FBOT (normalized centrifugal) line is specified in Imbituba, Santa Catarina for portuária — head up to 135 m, temperature up to 260°C. ASME B73.1, in-house manufacturing in Cabreúva-SP (570 km).
FBCN Centrifugal Pumps
FBCN Centrifugal Pumps in Imbituba
Imbituba's industrial profile centers on Portuária and Cerâmica — sectors with specific pumping demands that FB Bombas meets with dedicated product series. FB Bombas is a Brazilian manufacturer of industrial pumps serving Imbituba, Santa Catarina, with the FBCN series applied to the portuária sector that dominates the region. Direct factory service from Cabreúva-SP, with application engineering for technical sizing and qualification under CRCC Petrobras / API 610 / ASME B73.1 per project specification. FB Bombas maintains in Imbituba the technical portfolio of CRCC Petrobras + API 676 + ASME B73.1 (API 610 on engineered-to-order projects) — a regulatory base that spans refining, petrochemicals, mining, sanitation, pulp and paper, sugar-ethanol and steel. The port cluster of Itajai is 149 km from Imbituba, generating economic spillover and correlated technical demand — common in pumping projects involving both cities. Imbituba requires pumping of óleos lubrificantes, água and barbotina, a fluid set for which FB Bombas already has product series with field-validated material selection. Logistically, the city connects to Cabreúva-SP via BR-116 Rodovia Régis Bittencourt, complemented by alternatives BR-116, BR-101 and BR-282 — a network that supports technical service within tight operational windows. FB Bombas application engineering owns technical specification in Imbituba — 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. In Imbituba, portuária projects find their technical fit in the FB Bombas FBCN series. The FBCN series serves port operations with pumps for water transfer and utility systems. Typical pre-sizing: High flow, Resistant materials, Low maintenance cost. Service to Imbituba is coordinated from the Cabreúva-SP factory, route BR-116 Rodovia Régis Bittencourt (570 km), with a technical team for selection, commissioning and replacement support.
Nationwide Service
579km from factory
FBCN Centrifugal Pumps|Desde 1944
Imbituba's industrial profile centers on Portuária and Cerâmica — sectors with specific pumping demands that FB Bombas meets with dedicated product series. FB Bombas is a Brazilian manufacturer of industrial pumps serving Imbituba, Santa Catarina, with the FBCN series applied to the portuária sector that dominates the region. Direct factory service from Cabreúva-SP, with application engineering for technical sizing and qualification under CRCC Petrobras / API 610 / ASME B73.1 per project specification. FB Bombas maintains in Imbituba the technical portfolio of CRCC Petrobras + API 676 + ASME B73.1 (API 610 on engineered-to-order projects) — a regulatory base that spans refining, petrochemicals, mining, sanitation, pulp and paper, sugar-ethanol and steel. The port cluster of Itajai is 149 km from Imbituba, generating economic spillover and correlated technical demand — common in pumping projects involving both cities. Imbituba requires pumping of óleos lubrificantes, água and barbotina, a fluid set for which FB Bombas already has product series with field-validated material selection. Logistically, the city connects to Cabreúva-SP via BR-116 Rodovia Régis Bittencourt, complemented by alternatives BR-116, BR-101 and BR-282 — a network that supports technical service within tight operational windows. FB Bombas application engineering owns technical specification in Imbituba — 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. In Imbituba, portuária projects find their technical fit in the FB Bombas FBCN series. The FBCN series serves port operations with pumps for water transfer and utility systems. Typical pre-sizing: High flow, Resistant materials, Low maintenance cost. Service to Imbituba is coordinated from the Cabreúva-SP factory, route BR-116 Rodovia Régis Bittencourt (570 km), with a technical team for selection, commissioning and replacement support.
Coverage
Nationwide Service
Distance
579km 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 Imbituba
Local context
Imbituba's industrial profile centers on Portuária and Cerâmica — sectors with specific pumping demands that FB Bombas meets with dedicated product series. FB Bombas is a Brazilian manufacturer of industrial pumps serving Imbituba, Santa Catarina, with the FBCN series applied to the portuária sector that dominates the region. Direct factory service from Cabreúva-SP, with application engineering for technical sizing and qualification under CRCC Petrobras / API 610 / ASME B73.1 per project specification. FB Bombas maintains in Imbituba the technical portfolio of CRCC Petrobras + API 676 + ASME B73.1 (API 610 on engineered-to-order projects) — a regulatory base that spans refining, petrochemicals, mining, sanitation, pulp and paper, sugar-ethanol and steel. The port cluster of Itajai is 149 km from Imbituba, generating economic spillover and correlated technical demand — common in pumping projects involving both cities. Imbituba requires pumping of óleos lubrificantes, água and barbotina, a fluid set for which FB Bombas already has product series with field-validated material selection. Logistically, the city connects to Cabreúva-SP via BR-116 Rodovia Régis Bittencourt, complemented by alternatives BR-116, BR-101 and BR-282 — a network that supports technical service within tight operational windows. FB Bombas application engineering owns technical specification in Imbituba — 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. In Imbituba, portuária projects find their technical fit in the FB Bombas FBCN series. The FBCN series serves port operations with pumps for water transfer and utility systems. Typical pre-sizing: High flow, Resistant materials, Low maintenance cost. Service to Imbituba is coordinated from the Cabreúva-SP factory, route BR-116 Rodovia Régis Bittencourt (570 km), with a technical team for selection, commissioning and replacement support.
Technical solutions
For water, condensate and process fluids in Imbituba, the FBCN adds two maintenance advantages: back-pull-out construction, which frees the rotating assembly without dismantling piping, and dimensional interchangeability with the international process-pump standard — direct retrofit on the existing baseplate. Imbituba: movimentação de granéis líquidos, transferência de derivados and alimentação de prensas. This application mix is covered by the recommended FB series, with case-by-case fine tuning. In Imbituba, FBEI and FBOT cover the technical range observed in the field — from primary transfer and circulation to replacing an installed pump carrying the same ASME B73.1 dimensional designation. The technical profile of the portuario cluster near Imbituba involves bunker fuel oil (BPF), seawater for cooling and liquid bulk movement — information that guides preliminary sizing of FB series. For óleos lubrificantes, água and barbotina, the materials recommendation in Imbituba converges on AISI 316 or for chloride resistance in marine atmosphere, a starting point adjustable based on field-observed corrosion. Lead time for critical parts to Imbituba is typically 48-72h — a function of distance (570 km) and the available road modal.
Why FB Bombas
In Imbituba, 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. In Imbituba, 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. By IBGE's breakdown, Imbituba adds up a GDP of R$ 3.3 billion (2023) with industrial share of 15.3% in value added (2021) — a market where FB serves from process circuits to water and HVAC infrastructure. In Imbituba, portuario-cluster seasonality manifests as continuous flow with seasonality tied to agricultural harvests (bulk) and fuel supply — information FB Bombas uses to schedule plant capacity and ready-to-ship inventory. Imbituba has portuária as its main industrial-pump application front — from primary transfer to internal circulation in process equipment. For Imbituba, series FBEI for movimentação de granéis líquidos and series FBOT for transferência de derivados and alimentação de prensas — initial reference for technical discussion with application engineering. Imbituba: óleos lubrificantes, água and barbotina. Each fluid defines a distinct set of pump requirements — flow, available NPSH, sealing strategy. Being among the 50 most populous cities in SC, maintains a relevant industrial base, Imbituba presents volume and application diversity that justify FB Bombas' structured service. bunker (BPF fuel oil), marine cooling water and liquid-bulk discharge: this is the typical application set around the portuario cluster in which Imbituba sits.
Logistics & support
The main logistics axis between Cabreúva-SP and Imbituba is BR-116 Rodovia Régis Bittencourt, totaling 570 km — a route that sets the default delivery time for finished equipment. Beyond the main route, Imbituba is accessible via BR-116, BR-101 and BR-282 — options that provide redundancy in case of blockages or restricted operating windows. For Imbituba, the recommended strategy for critical parts involves a minimum consignment stock at the plant — mechanical seal, bearings, wear ring — reducing MTTR during unplanned shutdowns. Typical transit time to Imbituba: 24-48h via federal highways — the window used in FB Bombas' standard commercial commitment. Technical-service coverage for Imbituba involves planned technical visits with 1-2 day mobilization window — direct coordination with the customer.
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FB engineers serve Imbituba 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.
Discover FB Bombas
Own factory in Cabreúva/SP with full production capability, serving Imbituba 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 Imbituba 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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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 Imbituba
What types of fluids can FB pumps handle?
What types of fluids can FB pumps handle?
The FB portfolio handles an extensive spectrum of fluids. The FBE series takes mineral and synthetic oils, asphalt (CAP), BPF fuel oils, petroleum derivatives, molasses, resins plus viscous chemical and hydraulic products; the FBCN series works with raw and treated water, process fluids and industrial effluents; the FBOT series is dedicated to thermal oil at elevated temperatures. Each case is sized considering viscosity, temperature and chemical compatibility.
How is pump sizing performed?
How is pump sizing performed?
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 Imbituba.
Are FB pumps delivered to Imbituba with a traceable Data Book?
Are FB pumps delivered to Imbituba with a traceable Data Book?
They are. For each delivery to Imbituba, FB Bombas assembles the unit's complete technical Data Book, containing: hydraulic test certificate, material certificates — stainless steel, duplex or ductile cast iron, per spec —, ISO 21940 G2.5 balancing report, characteristic curve obtained on the bench, API 682 mechanical-seal data sheets, operation and maintenance manual and as-built drawings. Full traceability happens through the serial number.
Are FB pumps energy efficient?
Are FB pumps energy efficient?
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 Imbituba, optimizing the flow/pressure/power ratio.
What is the advantage of buying from a national manufacturer like FB Bombas?
What is the advantage of buying from a national manufacturer like FB Bombas?
Manufacturing in Brazil since 1944, FB Bombas delivers shorter lead times — with no import dependency —, direct technical support from FB engineering, in-house manufactured replacement parts, local-currency pricing free of exchange rate exposure, and on-site service for projects in Imbituba and surrounding areas.
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 Imbituba, talk to our technical team.
What type of mechanical seal do FB pumps use?
What type of mechanical seal do FB pumps use?
Mechanical seal configuration is defined by engineering according to the fluid, temperature and operating pressure. Options include single seals, double seals (tandem or back-to-back), cartridge seals and packing glands for specific applications. For hazardous fluids, double seals with barrier are recommended.
How do I contact FB Bombas’ technical team?
How do I contact FB Bombas’ technical team?
You can reach us on WhatsApp at +55 11 97287-4837, write to comercial@fbbombas.com.br or fill in the website form. Technical requests receive prioritized feedback within the same business day, coming straight from application engineering.
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 serve fire protection systems?
Does FB Bombas serve fire protection systems?
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.
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