Technical summary
In Cubatão, São Paulo, FBCN+FBOT covers Polo Industrial de Cubatão / RPBC with ASME B73.1 normalized hydraulics — direct dimensional interchangeability with market references. Cabreúva-SP (97 km), 24-48h lead time.
FBCN Centrifugal Pumps
FBCN Centrifugal Pumps in Cubatão
In Cubatão, Petroquímica and Siderurgia 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. Membership in the Metropolitana de São Paulo mesoregion (IBGE) places Cubatão in a regional economic mesh — a factor FB Bombas uses to optimize multi-city maintenance campaigns and consolidate freight across customers along the same axis. In Cubatão, petroquímica projects find their technical fit in the FB Bombas FBE series. FBE external gear pumps are ideal for transferring petroleum derivatives, CAP, asphalt and viscous products typical of the petrochemical industry. Typical pre-sizing: Flow up to 250 m³/h, Pressure up to 12 bar, Temperature up to 350°C. Just 12 km separate Cubatão from the port cluster of Santos — a distance that enables joint technical visits and dilution of mobilization cost across multiple customers. For pumping projects in Cubatão, FB Bombas provides dedicated application engineering — pre-sizing against the actual system curve, material selection (AISI 316) and on-site commissioning support. For the Cubatão, São Paulo market, FB Bombas offers industrial pumps with certified hydraulic tests, ASME B73.1 (dimensional interchangeability) and a traceable Data Book per unit — a technical package that shortens the customer homologation cycle. In Cubatão, derivados de petróleo, asfalto CAP, óleos pesados and óleos lubrificantes de laminação make up the fluid portfolio served by local plants — each with its own requirements on available NPSH, in-service viscosity and sealing strategy (Plan 11/13/52/53 by criticality). FB Bombas maintains an installed base in Cubatão with a structure of spare parts (impeller, shaft, wear ring, cartridge mechanical seal, bearings) and scheduled preventive maintenance, with direct supply from the Cabreúva-SP factory. In Cubatão, São Paulo, FB Bombas serves petroquímica projects with the FBE series — dedicated application engineering for sizing against the actual system curve, CRCC Petrobras certification and technical compliance with ASME B73.1 (centrifugal), API 676 (gear) and NFPA 20 / NBR 16704 (fire fighting). Road access runs via SP-300 Rodovia Marechal Rondon (via Rodoanel SP-021), with branches through SP-300, SP-021, SP-330, BR-116 and BR-374 — a corridor that sets delivery times for rotating equipment and the logistics of technical service. Service to Cubatão is coordinated from the Cabreúva-SP factory, route SP-300 Rodovia Marechal Rondon (via Rodoanel SP-021) (97 km), with a technical team for selection, commissioning and replacement support.
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98km from factory
FBCN Centrifugal Pumps|Desde 1944
In Cubatão, Petroquímica and Siderurgia 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. Membership in the Metropolitana de São Paulo mesoregion (IBGE) places Cubatão in a regional economic mesh — a factor FB Bombas uses to optimize multi-city maintenance campaigns and consolidate freight across customers along the same axis. In Cubatão, petroquímica projects find their technical fit in the FB Bombas FBE series. FBE external gear pumps are ideal for transferring petroleum derivatives, CAP, asphalt and viscous products typical of the petrochemical industry. Typical pre-sizing: Flow up to 250 m³/h, Pressure up to 12 bar, Temperature up to 350°C. Just 12 km separate Cubatão from the port cluster of Santos — a distance that enables joint technical visits and dilution of mobilization cost across multiple customers. For pumping projects in Cubatão, FB Bombas provides dedicated application engineering — pre-sizing against the actual system curve, material selection (AISI 316) and on-site commissioning support. For the Cubatão, São Paulo market, FB Bombas offers industrial pumps with certified hydraulic tests, ASME B73.1 (dimensional interchangeability) and a traceable Data Book per unit — a technical package that shortens the customer homologation cycle. In Cubatão, derivados de petróleo, asfalto CAP, óleos pesados and óleos lubrificantes de laminação make up the fluid portfolio served by local plants — each with its own requirements on available NPSH, in-service viscosity and sealing strategy (Plan 11/13/52/53 by criticality). FB Bombas maintains an installed base in Cubatão with a structure of spare parts (impeller, shaft, wear ring, cartridge mechanical seal, bearings) and scheduled preventive maintenance, with direct supply from the Cabreúva-SP factory. In Cubatão, São Paulo, FB Bombas serves petroquímica projects with the FBE series — dedicated application engineering for sizing against the actual system curve, CRCC Petrobras certification and technical compliance with ASME B73.1 (centrifugal), API 676 (gear) and NFPA 20 / NBR 16704 (fire fighting). Road access runs via SP-300 Rodovia Marechal Rondon (via Rodoanel SP-021), with branches through SP-300, SP-021, SP-330, BR-116 and BR-374 — a corridor that sets delivery times for rotating equipment and the logistics of technical service. Service to Cubatão is coordinated from the Cabreúva-SP factory, route SP-300 Rodovia Marechal Rondon (via Rodoanel SP-021) (97 km), with a technical team for selection, commissioning and replacement support.
Coverage
Nationwide Service
Distance
98km 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 for Polo Industrial de Cubatão / RPBC in Cubatão
Local context
In Cubatão, Petroquímica and Siderurgia 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. Membership in the Metropolitana de São Paulo mesoregion (IBGE) places Cubatão in a regional economic mesh — a factor FB Bombas uses to optimize multi-city maintenance campaigns and consolidate freight across customers along the same axis. In Cubatão, petroquímica projects find their technical fit in the FB Bombas FBE series. FBE external gear pumps are ideal for transferring petroleum derivatives, CAP, asphalt and viscous products typical of the petrochemical industry. Typical pre-sizing: Flow up to 250 m³/h, Pressure up to 12 bar, Temperature up to 350°C. Just 12 km separate Cubatão from the port cluster of Santos — a distance that enables joint technical visits and dilution of mobilization cost across multiple customers. For pumping projects in Cubatão, FB Bombas provides dedicated application engineering — pre-sizing against the actual system curve, material selection (AISI 316) and on-site commissioning support. For the Cubatão, São Paulo market, FB Bombas offers industrial pumps with certified hydraulic tests, ASME B73.1 (dimensional interchangeability) and a traceable Data Book per unit — a technical package that shortens the customer homologation cycle. In Cubatão, derivados de petróleo, asfalto CAP, óleos pesados and óleos lubrificantes de laminação make up the fluid portfolio served by local plants — each with its own requirements on available NPSH, in-service viscosity and sealing strategy (Plan 11/13/52/53 by criticality). FB Bombas maintains an installed base in Cubatão with a structure of spare parts (impeller, shaft, wear ring, cartridge mechanical seal, bearings) and scheduled preventive maintenance, with direct supply from the Cabreúva-SP factory. In Cubatão, São Paulo, FB Bombas serves petroquímica projects with the FBE series — dedicated application engineering for sizing against the actual system curve, CRCC Petrobras certification and technical compliance with ASME B73.1 (centrifugal), API 676 (gear) and NFPA 20 / NBR 16704 (fire fighting). Road access runs via SP-300 Rodovia Marechal Rondon (via Rodoanel SP-021), with branches through SP-300, SP-021, SP-330, BR-116 and BR-374 — a corridor that sets delivery times for rotating equipment and the logistics of technical service. Service to Cubatão is coordinated from the Cabreúva-SP factory, route SP-300 Rodovia Marechal Rondon (via Rodoanel SP-021) (97 km), with a technical team for selection, commissioning and replacement support.
Technical solutions
For the FBCN centrifugal in Cubatão, correct selection comes from the circuit's flow × head pair: the right model is the one that places the operating point near BEP (best efficiency point), where efficiency and reliability go together. A pump oversized "to be safe" runs in internal recirculation — vibration, radial load and short seal life. Cubatão: single cartridge mechanical seal (Plan 11/13) for general service, upgradable to dual when the fluid requires secondary containment — a configuration FB Bombas uses as initial reference; refinement depends on risk class and applicable environmental regulation. Technical fit in Cubatão points to FBE+FBEI and FBCN+FBOT as the series suitable for typical local operations — a baseline recommendation; the final specification depends on the specific process parameters. 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 Cubatão — the final curve is finalized after piping-network analysis (head loss, geometric head, required vs. available NPSH). For derivados de petróleo, asfalto CAP and óleos pesados, the materials recommendation in Cubatão converges on AISI 316 or for chloride resistance in marine atmosphere, a starting point adjustable based on field-observed corrosion. The technical profile of the portuario cluster near Cubatão involves bunker fuel oil (BPF), seawater for cooling and liquid bulk movement — information that guides preliminary sizing of FB series. Typical applications mapped for Cubatão include transferência de CAP, circulação de produtos intermediários, lubrificação de cadeiras de laminação and resfriamento de reatores — each with its own requirements for NPSH, acceptable pulsation and start-up strategy. Technical-and-commercial support for Cubatão is covered from Cabreúva-SP, with typical lead time for critical parts of 24-48h via dedicated carrier.
Why FB Bombas
Demand in Cubatão is characterized by low industrial density — typically standalone projects, without regional cumulative volume, a typical regional pattern of the mesoregion. Observed seasonal pattern: continuous flow with seasonality tied to agricultural harvests (bulk) and fuel supply. Cubatão follows the same rhythm as the nearby portuario cluster. Logistics-commercial aspect: favorable logistics — reduced freight enables small and medium-sized projects. The economic base of Cubatão confirms the profile: industry accounted for 65.3% of municipal value added (IBGE, 2021), and 2023 GDP totaled R$ 27.8 billion — a scale that sustains recurring demand for process pumps, utilities and installed-fleet replacement. Technically, Cubatão shows high complexity in its fluid mix — diversified fluid roster — requires a broad catalogue of materials and sealing configurations. Cubatão: has a specific regional profile, with industrial demand sized to its scale, a structural variable in the commercial offer. Cubatão has petroquímica as its main industrial-pump application front — from primary transfer to internal circulation in process equipment. Cubatão sits alongside relevant industrial neighbors — a base that justifies regional rotating-asset management programs and PMs synchronized across multiple customers. For Cubatão, series FBE+FBEI for transferência de CAP and circulação de produtos intermediários and series FBCN+FBOT for resfriamento de reatores and aquecimento de tanques — initial reference for technical discussion with application engineering. The FBFS line serves Cubatão with fire-protection systems compliant with NFPA 20, NBR 16704 and NBR 10897, in electric, diesel and hybrid configurations. Cubatão: derivados de petróleo, asfalto CAP and óleos pesados. Each fluid defines a distinct set of pump requirements — flow, available NPSH, sealing strategy. bunker (BPF fuel oil), marine cooling water and liquid-bulk discharge: this is the typical application set around the portuario cluster in which Cubatão sits. Custom solutions for Cubatão may include skids with integrated control panel, hydraulic retrofit and mobile units for temporary campaigns.
Logistics & support
The SP-300 Rodovia Marechal Rondon (via Rodoanel SP-021) corridor (97 km) is the logistics spine for FB deliveries to Cubatão — a factor entering FOB pricing and the commissioning lead-time curve. port in Cubatão: customs documentation for imported components is coordinated by FB commercial engineering with accredited customs brokers, keeping total lead time aligned with the commissioning schedule. Indivisible cargo bound for Cubatão requires AET (special transit permit) and motorized escort per state road regulations — process managed within FB's supply scope. The factory-to-Cubatão dispatch includes technical packaging (impact protection, moisture sealing), multilingual documentation (PT/EN/ES when required) and approved-carrier tracking. 12-24h via direct road modal: this is the typical delivery interval Cabreúva-SP → Cubatão, based on a consolidated road route and FB-qualified logistics operators. SP-300, SP-021, SP-330, BR-116 and BR-374 broaden FB's transport flexibility to Cubatão — useful in tight-window PM campaigns or for cargo whose gauge requires routes with specific bridges/curves. The service structure for Cubatão is sized as in-person technical visits with rapid mobilization — Cabreúva → customer route in a few hours, with escalation to additional visits in cases of commissioning, troubleshooting or complex retrofit.
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FB engineers serve Cubatão 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 Cubatão 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 Cubatão and the entire São Paulo 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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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 Cubatão
Does FB Bombas serve petrochemical plants in Cubatão?
Does FB Bombas serve petrochemical plants in Cubatão?
Yes. Active CRCC at Petrobras and compliance with API 676 (FBE series) and ASME B73.1 (FBCN series) qualify FB Bombas to supply refineries and petrochemical plants, including applications in classified areas and hazardous fluids. Factory engineering sizes sealing arrangements and materials according to each specification.
Up to what temperature can FB Bombas pumps operate?
Up to what temperature can FB Bombas pumps operate?
Limits vary by series. FBE and FBEI: up to 350°C, provided a heating jacket and special sealing are used. FBOT: up to 350°C in thermal oil circuits. FBCN: up to 260°C, with materials and sealing suited to the service. Well-sized sealing and materials are a condition for safe operation in these ranges.
Does FB Bombas serve cities neighboring Cubatão?
Does FB Bombas serve cities neighboring Cubatão?
Yes. The entire metropolitan region and the microregions around Cubatão receive from FB Bombas the same technical support and logistics structure. With this regional reach, industrial plants spread across several cities are served in a coordinated manner.
Is it possible to replace an imported pump with an FB Bombas pump?
Is it possible to replace an imported pump with an FB Bombas pump?
Yes. The process starts with FB Bombas' application engineering, which studies the installed pump's specifications — flow, pressure, viscosity, temperature — and indicates the dimensional or functional technical equivalence within our series. In Cubatão, many clients have already completed this swap and gained in lead time, cost and local support.
What certifications does FB Bombas hold?
What certifications does FB Bombas hold?
FB Bombas holds: active CRCC at Petrobras (supplier registry for Oil & Gas); compliance with API 676 (international standard for positive displacement pumps — FBE series); compliance with ASME B73.1 (standard for process centrifugal pumps — FBCN series); compliance with NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) standards and ABNT NBR 16704 for stationary fire protection pump systems.
What is the delivery lead time for pumps to Cubatão?
What is the delivery lead time for pumps to Cubatão?
The schedule is set by three factors: chosen series, construction materials and stock at order time. Standard configurations ship faster; custom ones receive a firm date in the technical proposal. Delivery to Cubatão is by road, shipping directly from the factory.
Can FB Bombas pumps be financed via BNDES / FINAME in Cubatão?
Can FB Bombas pumps be financed via BNDES / FINAME in Cubatão?
Yes. As a Brazilian manufacturer accredited in FINAME — the BNDES Special Industrial Financing Agency —, FB Bombas qualifies equipment supplied to Cubatão 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 perform on-site technical visits in Cubatão?
Does FB Bombas perform on-site technical visits in Cubatão?
Yes. For projects in Cubatão, on-site technical visits by application engineers can be scheduled for process data collection, diagnosis of existing installations and commissioning support. Geographic proximity makes this operation agile and recurring.
Are replacement parts available for customers in Cubatão?
Are replacement parts available for customers in Cubatão?
Yes — with a structural advantage: since the FBE, FBEI, FBCN and FBOT series are manufactured entirely in Brazil, parts ship from the factory itself in Cabreúva/SP, with short lead times for planned shutdowns and priority handling for emergencies. The direct effect is a lower total cost of ownership.
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?
The advantages are concrete: faster delivery because nothing depends on imports; FB engineering providing direct technical support; spares secured by in-house parts manufacturing; local-currency pricing, free from exchange rate exposure; and physical presence on projects in Cubatão and surrounding areas. All from a company manufacturing in Brazil since 1944.
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