UNITED KINGDOM / AGILITYPR.NEWS / September 05, 2025 / Midland Bearings, one of the UK’s largest importers and wholesalers of bearings, is delighted to announce the arrival of a new range of C3 Pop Mets, now available from stock. The range includes Open, ZZ, and 2RS variations across the 6000, 6200, and 6300 series, ready for immediate dispatch to trade customers.

Often referred to as “Popular Metric Bearings”, Pop Mets live up to their name as the most widely used type of bearing globally. Their versatility makes them suitable for an extraordinary variety of applications - from heavy-duty use in conveyors, gearboxes, motors, agriculture, mining, and the energy sector, to lighter everyday items such as roller skates, skateboards, and even children’s toys. Many people unknowingly encounter Pop Mets from an early age – that’s just how essential these components are to countless industries and everyday life.

With the launch of this new range, Midland Bearings strengthens its already extensive catalogue, ensuring trade customers have rapid access to the world’s most in-demand bearings. The C3 clearance specification further enhances durability and performance, making them ideal for high-speed and high-temperature environments.

Luke Stringer, General Manager at Midland Bearings Ltd, said, “We’re very excited to bring the C3 Pop Mets range into stock. These bearings are used everywhere, from motorcycles and machinery to toys and leisure equipment, and we know how vital they are to our customers across so many sectors. 

“By expanding our stock to include the 6000, 6200, and 6300 series in Open, ZZ and 2RS, we’re making sure our trade partners can access the most popular bearings in the world with the same speed, quality and reliability they’ve come to expect from Midland Bearings.”

The addition of the C3 Pop Mets range reinforces Midland Bearings’ commitment to supporting its customers with high-quality, readily available stock. For more information or to place an order, trade customers can visit www.midlandbearings.com.