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

FBE Gear Pumps in Criciúma

The fluid roster in Criciúma (resinas, aditivos, barbotina and água) demands attention to viscosity, operating temperature and chemical compatibility — variables that FB application engineering uses to recommend the proper series. Criciúma's productive fabric is dominated by cerâmica and plásticos — sectors where FB Bombas maintains an installed base with normalized series (ASME B73.1) interchangeable with global majors. FB Bombas technical service in Criciúma covers centrifugal- and gear-pump sizing, commissioning support, assisted startup and operator training — a scope that spans the full technical-supply cycle. The port cluster of Itajai is 209 km from Criciúma, generating economic spillover and correlated technical demand — common in pumping projects involving both cities. FB Bombas is the national industrial-pump manufacturer serving Criciúma (SC) with direct factory service from Cabreúva-SP. For cerâmica — the dominant industrial calling of Criciúma — we recommend the FBOT series, with field-validated materials, cartridge mechanical seal and characteristic curve certified on an hydraulic bench. For projects in Criciúma 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. 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. For the dominant cerâmica sector in Criciúma, FB Bombas offers the FBOT series — FBOT pumps for furnace heating and ceramic processes requiring precise temperature control. Typical specification: High temperature, Continuous operation, Extreme durability. Service to Criciúma is coordinated from the Cabreúva-SP factory, route BR-116 Rodovia Régis Bittencourt (636 km), with a technical team for selection, commissioning and replacement support.

Nationwide Service
646km 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

The FBEI gear-pump line is specified in Criciúma, Santa Catarina for cerâmica — flow and pressure set by the actual system curve. Cabreúva-SP factory (636 km), API 676 and direct technical service from FB engineering.

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FBE Gear Pumps Industrial in Criciúma

Local context

The fluid roster in Criciúma (resinas, aditivos, barbotina and água) demands attention to viscosity, operating temperature and chemical compatibility — variables that FB application engineering uses to recommend the proper series. Criciúma's productive fabric is dominated by cerâmica and plásticos — sectors where FB Bombas maintains an installed base with normalized series (ASME B73.1) interchangeable with global majors. FB Bombas technical service in Criciúma covers centrifugal- and gear-pump sizing, commissioning support, assisted startup and operator training — a scope that spans the full technical-supply cycle. The port cluster of Itajai is 209 km from Criciúma, generating economic spillover and correlated technical demand — common in pumping projects involving both cities. FB Bombas is the national industrial-pump manufacturer serving Criciúma (SC) with direct factory service from Cabreúva-SP. For cerâmica — the dominant industrial calling of Criciúma — we recommend the FBOT series, with field-validated materials, cartridge mechanical seal and characteristic curve certified on an hydraulic bench. For projects in Criciúma 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. 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. For the dominant cerâmica sector in Criciúma, FB Bombas offers the FBOT series — FBOT pumps for furnace heating and ceramic processes requiring precise temperature control. Typical specification: High temperature, Continuous operation, Extreme durability. Service to Criciúma is coordinated from the Cabreúva-SP factory, route BR-116 Rodovia Régis Bittencourt (636 km), with a technical team for selection, commissioning and replacement support.

Technical solutions

The dosagem de aditivos, alimentação de prensas and resfriamento de injetoras set accounts for a large share of industrial demand in Criciúma; FB Bombas keeps documented history of analogous applications for sizing benchmarks. Criciúma: 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. In Criciúma, FBEI and FBOT cover the technical range observed in the field — from primary transfer and circulation to drop-in retrofit cases (ASME B73.1 dimensional interchangeability) with global majors. In Criciúma, influence from the portuario cluster translates into bunker fuel oil (BPF), seawater for cooling and liquid bulk movement — variables that enter both preliminary sizing and the selection of materials and constructive configurations. For resinas, aditivos and barbotina, the materials recommendation in Criciúma converges on AISI 316 or for chloride resistance in marine atmosphere, a starting point adjustable based on field-observed corrosion. 100% of pumps bound for Criciúma pass through the Cabreúva-SP hydraulic bench — acceptance testing with multi-point curve readings and G2.5 dynamic balancing.

Why FB Bombas

In Criciúma, the high complexity index in the fluid mix sets diversified fluid roster — requires a broad catalogue of materials and sealing configurations — a factor adjusting both technical-spec depth and materials-catalogue scope. In Criciúma, 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. Criciúma ranks among the 10 largest cities in the state at relevant industrial scale — an input that defines commercial priority and relationship type (one-shot, annual program, master agreement). In Criciúma, 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. Working with resinas, aditivos and barbotina in Criciúma demands attention to viscosity at operating temperature, residual abrasiveness and chemical compatibility — criteria FB engineering applies on every project. In Criciúma, cerâmica plants concentrate recurring demand for centrifugal pumps for utilities and positive-displacement pumps for viscous fluids. Criciúma among the 10 most populous cities in SC, is a regional benchmark of economic activity — a scale that translates into regular demand for rotating equipment. In Criciúma, series FBEI for dosagem de aditivos and series FBOT for alimentação de prensas and resfriamento de injetoras — a combination that covers the typical local industrial demand. Due to proximity to the portuario cluster, Criciúma shares a technical agenda with bunker (BPF fuel oil), marine cooling water and liquid-bulk discharge — a direct path to series and materials selection.

Logistics & support

Logistics lead time to Criciúma is 24-48h via federal highways — variable with cargo type, season and specific optimizations. The technical-service model in Criciúma is structured as planned technical visits with 1-2 day mobilization window — direct coordination with the customer. Alternative routing to Criciúma can use BR-116, BR-101 and BR-282, which helps in heavy-traffic situations or maintenance on specific roads. 636 km separate the Cabreúva-SP factory from Criciúma via BR-116 Rodovia Régis Bittencourt — an axis sized for movement of pumps, skids and pump-and-motor sets. The factory-to-Criciúma logistics cycle begins with documented dispatch: invoice, packing list, test certificates and the equipment's technical manual.

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For projects with FBE pumps in Criciúma, talk to FB application engineering: viscosity analysis, available NPSH, seal materials and operating regime — technical response within 24-48 business hours.

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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 Criciúma 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 Criciúma 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 Criciúma — same series, same factory in Cabreúva/SP.

Frequently Asked Questions about Criciúma

FB Bombas manufactures three major lines: FBE (external gear) for viscous fluids, FBEI (internal gear) for lubricating fluids, FBCN (normalized centrifugal) for water and low-viscosity fluids, and FBOT (specific centrifugal) for thermal oil circuits. We also serve fire protection systems in compliance with NFPA and NBR 16704.

Yes. FB Bombas is a Brazilian manufacturer accredited in FINAME (BNDES Special Industrial Financing Agency), which qualifies equipment supplied to Criciúma for BNDES Finame financing lines (Industrial Working Capital, Modernization, Capital Goods) with preferential conditions for national industry. The commercial team provides the product FINAME code on the technical proposal for inclusion in the customer financial plan.

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 Criciúma, optimizing the flow/pressure/power ratio.

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 Criciúma 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.

FB Bombas has been manufacturing industrial pumps since 1944, with over 82 years of continuous experience. The factory in Cabreúva/SP operates with engineering, manufacturing and testing under one roof, ensuring total quality control on every unit supplied to Criciúma and all of Brazil.

Yes. FB Bombas offers retrofit of existing installations, including seal upgrades, replacement of worn components, adaptation for new fluids and hydraulic performance improvement. The assessment is based on a technical report of the current installation.

Yes. FB Bombas’ application engineering analyzes the installed pump specifications (flow, pressure, viscosity, temperature) and proposes dimensional or functional technical equivalence with one of our series. Many clients in Criciúma have already made this replacement with gains in lead time, cost and local support.

Shorter delivery times (no import dependency), direct technical support from FB engineering, replacement parts with in-house manufacturing, prices in local currency (no exchange rate exposure) and on-site service for projects in Criciúma and surrounding areas. FB Bombas has been manufacturing in Brazil since 1944.

Yes. The FAT (Factory Acceptance Test) is executed on the factory bench in Cabreúva/SP, with hydraulic test, characteristic-curve measurement (Q × H), hydraulic efficiency, NPSHr and ISO 10816 vibration — witnessed by customer inspection when specified. For projects in Criciúma, the SAT (Site Acceptance Test) is supported by application engineering during commissioning, with startup checklist, laser alignment and baseline vibration-signature capture.

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.

Regional Presence

Industrial Hub

Criciúma Industrial Hub

Criciúma is recognized as an important industrial hub in the region, with emphasis on cerâmica and plásticos. FB Bombas offers specialized service for local industries.

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