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Fire Fighting System

Complete fire fighting systems with centrifugal pump, diesel and/or electric motor, automatic control panel and accessories. Designed per NFPA 20, NBR 10897 and ABNT NBR 16704.

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TL;DR

  • An FB Bombas fire fighting system (FBFS series) is a made-to-order skid with a main centrifugal pump, jockey pump, automatic panel, valves, instrumentation and welded structural base feeding sprinklers and hydrants — factory pre-assembled, aligned and tested.

  • It operates with flow up to 10,000 L/min and pressure up to 20 bar, engineered to order per NFPA 20 and ABNT NBR 16704, with a factory-certified curve within the NFPA 20 0/100/150% envelope.

  • Three configurations: electric drive, diesel (independent from the power grid) or redundant electric + diesel for maximum criticality, per the project and the Fire Department Technical Instructions (IT).

  • The main pump uses the FBCN normalized centrifugal series, compliant with ASME B73.1, painted in NR-26 safety red.

  • Fully manufactured in Cabreúva-SP since 1944, with hydrostatic testing at 1.5× design pressure, CRCC Petrobras qualification and complete documentation for Fire Department inspection (AVCB).

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Equipment & Systems

From individual components to complete skid-mounted systems

Complete Diesel System

Complete system with diesel engine, centrifugal pump, discharge piping with gate and check valves, automatic control panel, metal cover and structural base (skid).

Electric Motor Pump

Fire centrifugal pump with electric motor, yellow coupling guard and safety red painted steel base. FB logo on volute. Ready for installation.

Fire Pump Casing

Cast iron body with spiral volute, bolted ANSI flanges and back pull-out design. Safety red paint (NR-26) with FB logo. Same robust FBCN series construction.

Fire Pumps Ready for Delivery

Fire centrifugal pumps in safety red paint (NR-26) packed on pallet, ready for shipping. Own production at FB Bombas factory in Cabreúva-SP.

Fire Systems in Dispatch

Complete fire fighting systems ready for customer delivery. Assembled sets with pump, motor and structural base fully manufactured by FB Bombas.

Complete System - Side View

Side view of the diesel system showing engine with radiator, centrifugal pump and discharge piping with gate valves. Reinforced structural base.

What Makes a Fire Fighting System?

Integrated components per NFPA 20 and NBR 10897 standards

Main Pump

FBCN series-based centrifugal pump, painted in safety red (NR-26). Sized for the flow and pressure required by the system.

Diesel Engine

Independent from the power grid. Automatic start on pressure drop. Fuel tank external to the pump house per current standards.

Electric Motor

High-efficiency WEG motor, painted in red. Main drive in systems with guaranteed power supply or as secondary pump.

Control Panel

Automatic panel per NFPA 20. Monitors pressure, activates jockey and main pumps, manages visual and audible alarms.

Jockey Pump

Pressurization pump that maintains constant network pressure. Prevents unnecessary main pump activation. Automatic operation.

Accessories

Gate, check and relief valves, pressure gauges, test connections, metal cover (diesel), interconnecting piping and structural base (skid).

Operating Data

FB Bombas fire system operating ranges

Max Flow

10.000 L/min

Max Pressure

20 bar

Fluid

Water (up to 80°C)

Speed

1750 / 3500 rpm

Diesel Autonomy

Min. 8 hours

Batteries

2x 12V (diesel)

Main Standard

NFPA 20

Classification

Light to Heavy Hazard

System Configurations

Solutions for each required protection level

Electric

Electric Pump + Jockey

For installations with guaranteed electrical power (generator). Electric main pump + jockey pump + control panel. Most compact solution.

Ideal: Commercial buildings, hospitals

Diesel

Diesel Pump + Jockey

Independent from power grid. Diesel engine with automatic start, exhaust and metal cover. External fuel tank per current standards.

Ideal: Industries, warehouses, remote areas

Combined

Electric + Diesel + Jockey

Maximum redundancy: electric main pump + diesel backup pump + jockey. Two independent panels. Full NFPA 20 compliance.

Ideal: Petrochemical, refineries, high criticality

Comparison of FB Bombas fire fighting system configurations
ConfigurationDriveTypical applicationStandards
Electric SystemElectric motorBuildings, hospitals, data centersNFPA 20 · NBR 10897 · NBR 13714
Diesel SystemDiesel engine (grid-independent)Industries, refineries, remote areasNFPA 20 · NBR 10897 · NBR 13714 · NBR 16704
Electric + Diesel (redundant)Main electric + diesel backupPetrochemical, airports, high criticalityNFPA 20 · NBR 10897 · NBR 13714 · NBR 16704

All configurations include a pressurization jockey pump and an automatic control panel per NFPA 20.

Standards & Certifications

Compliance with major national and international standards

NFPA 20

Installation of stationary pumps for fire protection

NBR 10897

Fire protection systems with automatic sprinklers

NBR 13714

Hydrant and hose reel systems for fire fighting

NR-26

Safety signage - Identification colors (red = fire)

IT-22/23

Fire Department Technical Instructions (sprinklers and hydrants)

Automatic Control Panel

Monitoring and activation per NFPA 20

Pressure Monitoring

Calibrated pressure switches activate jockey and main pumps automatically on network pressure drop.

Alarms & Signaling

Visual (LEDs) and audible (siren) indication for: pump running, start failure, phase reversal, fuel level.

Sequential Start

If jockey pump doesn't meet demand, activates electric main pump. If insufficient, activates diesel. Timing per NFPA 20.

Diesel Battery Start

Two 12V batteries with automatic charger. Up to 6 automatic start attempts (3 per battery) per NFPA 20.

Weekly Test

Weekly automatic diesel engine test scheduling. Ensures system operation and reliability in emergencies.

Fault Monitoring

Detection of: low oil pressure, high temperature, charger failure, low fuel level, electrical phase failure.

Fire Fighting Centrifugal Pump

Based on FBCN Series, painted in safety red per NR-26

Single-Piece Volute

Spiral cast body with wear ring. Same FBCN series construction, painted in NR-26 red.

Back Pull-Out

Maintenance without disconnecting piping. Impeller, shaft, bearings and packing removable from the rear.

ANSI Flanges

Standardized ANSI B16.1 (125/250 Lb) connections for compatibility with existing piping.

Packing Seal

Packing seal as required for fire pumps. Easy maintenance, high reliability and unable to lock the pump during emergency operation.

In-House Manufacturing

Design, manufacturing and assembly 100% performed by our engineering team

Batch Production

Batch Production

Batch of fire pumps with electric motor completed and inspected. Each unit undergoes performance testing before final approval.

Complete System Assembly

Complete System Assembly

Complete diesel system + electric pump + control panel assembled and tested by our team. Assembly approved and certified according to current standards.

Production Line

Production Line

Fire pumps at our production facility with dimensional control and full traceability. Production capacity to meet large-scale projects.

Applications

Protection for all types of buildings and installations

Industries

Commercial Buildings

Malls & Hotels

Petrochemical

Refineries

Warehouses

Hospitals

Data Centers

Ports & Terminals

Airports

Power Plants

...

and more...

FB Bombas Engineering

How we deliver a fire fighting system

From hydraulic selection to Fire Department documentation — applied engineering methodology grounded in NFPA 20 (2025 ed.), NBR 10897:2020, NBR 13714.

01 · Selection

Hydraulic selection driven by actual demand

The main pump is sized so that the operating point sits between 90% and 150% of rated flow — required by NFPA 20 §A.5.4. The curve is plotted to simultaneously meet the calculated hydraulic demand (sprinklers + hydrants), static pressure plus piping head loss, and a margin of available NPSH ≥ required NPSH + 0.6 m.

  • Typical operating range: 500 to 10,000 L/min · up to 20 bar · up to 80 °C
  • Jockey pump sized at 1% of rated flow (NFPA 20 §4.26)
  • Electric + diesel redundancy meets 8 h minimum autonomy
  • Pressure switches calibrated at three levels: jockey, main and alarm
02 · Methodology

From briefing to job site in seven stages

Every project carries documentary traceability from start to finish. The client receives a schedule with manufacturing, testing and shipping milestones — no black box, no outsourcing of the sizing engineering.

  • Technical briefing: floor plan, project memorial, hydraulic demand
  • Hydraulic calculation, pump/motor/panel selection, technical proposal
  • CNC machining of components and motor-pump set alignment
  • Skid assembly with pre-tested internal piping
  • In-house bench testing — curve, hydrostatic (see section 03)
  • Technical documentation issued for Fire Department approval
  • Shipping on a traceable schedule with commissioning support
03 · Testing

Factory testing before any shipment

The in-house test bench in Cabreúva, Brazil — acceptance testing is mandatory, not optional. Every set leaves the factory with a measured performance curve and hydrostatic pressure certificate.

  • Performance test: H×Q curve, efficiency and NPSH measured
  • Hydrostatic test at 1.5× design pressure, 30 min with no drop
  • Dimensional check before painting
  • Raw-material certificate traceable per batch
04 · Documentation

Documentation package ready for Fire Department approval

Fire Department reviewers want traceable documentation — delivering the pump is not enough. Every FB system ships with a complete technical dossier, signed by the responsible engineer, ready to attach to the AVCB process or environmental licensing per IT-22 and IT-23.

  • System technical memorial (hydraulic calculation, sizing, NPSH)
  • Responsible engineer ART (Brazilian engineering board)
  • Raw-material certificates and test reports
  • Operation and maintenance manuals in PT/EN/ES
  • P&ID and control panel electrical diagrams
  • Recommended spare-parts list (critical stock)

Frequently Asked Questions

Technical questions about FB Bombas fire fighting systems per NFPA 20 and NBR 16704.

What is the NFPA 20 standard?

NFPA 20 (Standard for the Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire Protection) is the international standard from the National Fire Protection Association establishing requirements for design, installation, maintenance and testing of stationary fire pumps. It defines criteria for centrifugal pumps, diesel and electric motors, control panels and accessories.

What is the difference between main pump and jockey pump?

The main pump (fire pump) provides the required flow and pressure during fire fighting. The jockey pump (pressure maintenance pump) is a smaller pump that maintains constant pressure in the hydrant and sprinkler network, compensating for small pressure drops without starting the main pump.

Why use a diesel engine in fire systems?

The diesel engine is required by NFPA 20 as an independent power source from the electrical grid. In case of fire, electrical power may be interrupted, and the diesel engine ensures pump operation with automatic start. The system includes fuel tank with minimum 8-hour autonomy, batteries, charger and dedicated control panel.

Does the system include automatic control panel?

Yes, all FB Bombas systems include automatic control panels per NFPA 20. The panel monitors network pressure, automatically starts jockey and main pumps, manages sequential startup, monitors faults and has visual and audible alarm indication. For diesel engines, a dedicated panel with automatic battery start control is included.

Does FB Bombas supply the complete assembled system?

Yes, FB Bombas supplies complete systems assembled on a structural base (skid), ready for installation. The package includes centrifugal pump(s), electric and/or diesel motor(s), control panel(s), metal enclosure (for diesel), interconnecting piping, valves, gauges and all necessary accessories. The system is delivered tested and ready for connection to the hydraulic network.

What is the maximum flow and pressure of FBFS systems?

FBFS systems serve up to 10,000 L/min flow and 20 bar pressure (≈ 200 m head), suitable for large facilities such as logistics warehouses, shopping malls, hospitals and industrial plants. Sizing is performed by FB engineering for each project, considering network friction loss, simultaneous hydrant demand per NBR 13714 and sprinkler demand per NBR 10897 (density × area of operation).

Are FBFS systems certified by the Fire Department?

FBFS systems are manufactured per NFPA-20, NBR 16704, NBR 10897 and NBR 13714 — the normative basis required by the Technical Instructions of state Fire Departments in Brazil. FB Bombas provides full technical documentation (memorial, ARTs, curves, hydrostatic and bench test certificates) for project approval. Final certification is granted by the Fire Department on the installed system.

What is the minimum diesel fuel tank autonomy?

NFPA-20 requires a minimum of 8 hours autonomy for the diesel fuel tank, calculated for the main pump's maximum flow. FB Bombas sizes the tank according to engine power and design flow, with redundancy (two parallel batteries, automatic charger and fault indication). For critical applications, extended autonomy (12-24 h) can be specified with an expanded tank.

Can I retrofit an existing pump room with the FBFS system?

Yes. FB Bombas retrofits existing pump rooms by adapting the skid footprint to the available area, leveraging existing hydraulic (suction/discharge) and electrical interfaces. The retrofit project includes dimensional survey, compliance review against the new NBR 16704 requirements, and supply of the optimized configuration. Legacy pumps can be replaced while keeping the skid and panel when compatibility allows.

What is the Brazilian alternative to Patterson Pumps for NFPA 20 fire systems?

FB Bombas' FBFS line is the Brazilian alternative for fire-fighting motor-pump sets, covering the same technical segment served by Patterson Pumps. Turn-key systems per NFPA 20 (international standard), ABNT NBR 16704 (Brazilian fire pumps), NBR 10897 (sprinklers) and NBR 13714 (hydrants). Electric, diesel and electric+diesel configurations with automatic control panel, jockey pump, valves, welded base and instrumentation — pre-assembled and factory-tested in Cabreúva-SP. CRCC Petrobras qualified supplier — Family 6 (Rotating Equipment).

How to replace a Peerless Pump system with an FBFS?

Peerless Pump (Engineered Systems) operates in the same technical segment of NFPA 20 fire-fighting systems served by the FBFS. FB Bombas supplies complete systems: main pump (electric or diesel), jockey pressurization pump, automatic control panel, valves, gauges and welded structural base — all factory pre-aligned and tested. Compliance with 4 Brazilian standards families + NFPA 20 international, sizing by the application engineering team in Cabreúva-SP from the fire protection design and customer calculation memorandum.

Is there a Brazilian alternative to Aurora Pumps for fire pumps?

Yes. FB Bombas' FBFS line covers the same technical segment as Aurora fire pumps. Complete systems for building protection, logistics warehouses, shopping centers, hospitals, condominiums, hotels, industries, refineries and any installation subject to the Brazilian Fire Safety Code. Simultaneous compliance with NFPA 20 + ABNT NBR 16704 + NBR 10897 + NBR 13714. Fully manufactured in Cabreúva-SP, CRCC Petrobras qualified supplier — Family 6.

Does the FBFS replace Armstrong Pumps in fire systems?

The FBFS covers the same technical segment as Armstrong Pumps in NFPA 20 fire systems. FB Bombas supplies individual pumps (electric or diesel motor) to complete turn-key systems with automatic control panel, jockey pump, valves and instrumentation. Project approval by the State Military Fire Brigade, meeting Brazilian inspection and acceptance test requirements. Pre-assembly on welded base with alignment and hydrostatic test documented at the factory.

Is the FBFS equivalent to KSB systems for NFPA 20 fire fighting?

KSB also supplies NFPA 20 listed fire pumps in the global market. The FBFS covers the same technical segment with the differentiator of fully Brazilian manufacturing in Cabreúva-SP — in-house CNC machining, assembly, hydraulic test bench and hydrostatic testing at 1.5× design pressure. Simultaneous compliance with 4 standards families (NFPA 20 + ABNT NBR 16704 + 10897 + 13714) covering Brazilian projects and LATAM exports. CRCC Petrobras qualified supplier — Family 6.

What is the difference between NFPA 20 and NBR 16704 — and when does an FBFS meet both?

NFPA 20 (Standard for the Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire Protection) is the international standard from the National Fire Protection Association: it defines requirements for design, installation, drive (electric or diesel motor), automatic panel and acceptance testing of stationary fire pumps. ABNT NBR 16704 (Stationary pumping systems for fire fighting) is the Brazilian standard derived from NFPA 20, adapted to local reality (60 Hz power grid, ANSI/HI materials, state Fire Department regulation). When the project requires simultaneous compliance — common for multinationals, international insurer contracts and Petrobras tenders — the FBFS is delivered under both standards: factory-certified curve per NFPA 20 0/100/150 % envelope, documentation for Fire Department (CBM) inspection under NBR 16704 + NBR 10897 (sprinklers) + NBR 13714 (hydrants), and hydrostatic test report.

Does the FBFS comply with NFPA 20?

Yes. The FBFS line is built per NFPA 20 — Standard for the Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire Protection, the international standard from the National Fire Protection Association. Simultaneous compliance with Brazilian standards: ABNT NBR 16704 (stationary fire-fighting pumps), NBR 10897 (automatic sprinkler systems) and NBR 13714 (hydrant and hose reel systems). Each set is delivered with hydrostatic test certificate and traceable performance curve.

What drive configurations does the FBFS offer?

The FBFS is supplied in three drive configurations per NFPA 20: (1) electric — surface electric motor with direct start or soft-starter, ideal for systems with reliable power source; (2) diesel — coupled diesel engine for critical systems where electrical supply may fail; (3) electric + diesel — redundant system with main electric pump and reserve diesel pump, per NFPA 20 requirements for high-complexity buildings. Separate jockey pump for system pressure maintenance.

What applications are served by the FBFS line?

The FBFS serves all applications subject to the Brazilian Fire Safety Code: industries and refineries, fuel terminals, logistics warehouses, shopping centers, hospitals, residential and commercial condominiums, hotels, schools, public buildings, and any installation requiring fixed fire-fighting system by sprinklers (NBR 10897), hydrants (NBR 13714) or both. FB Bombas' engineering team sizes the set from the fire protection design memorandum approved by the Fire Brigade.

Is FB Bombas (FBFS) qualified by CRCC Petrobras?

Yes. FB Bombas is a qualified supplier in Petrobras' Cadastro de Registro Cadastral de Contratados (CRCC) under Family 6 — Rotating Equipment, eligible to supply pumps and fire systems for Brazilian Oil & Gas projects. Active corporate registry 61.381.240/0001-78 publicly verifiable at Brazilian Federal Revenue. In continuous operation under the same corporate identity since 1944.

Does the FBFS serve public bid and terms of reference projects?

Yes. FB Bombas serves public projects via bidding, electronic auction or terms of reference with CRCC Petrobras qualification as a differentiator in Oil & Gas sector tenders. The Cabreúva-SP application engineering team prepares descriptive memorandum, quantitative spreadsheet, performance curves and hydrostatic test report per bid requirements. Simultaneous compliance with NFPA 20 + ABNT NBR 16704/10897/13714 facilitates approval by Fire Brigade and oversight bodies.

How to request technical quotation and FBFS descriptive memorandum?

The FBFS technical quotation is requested directly from the application engineering team. Provide the fire protection design memorandum (required flow in L/min or GPM, operating pressure, system type — sprinklers, hydrants, hose reels), building type, water source (reservoir, mains), drive preference (electric, diesel or redundant) and applicable normative standard. FB Bombas' engineering team prepares the descriptive memorandum + budget spreadsheet per bid requirements or approved fire protection project.

Need a fire fighting system?

Send us the floor plan, project specifications or requirements. Our engineering team will size the complete system per NFPA 20 and NBR 10897, with documentation for Fire Department approval.

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