What is NCR? We Explain all about NCR 'No Carbon Required' Printing
If you’ve come across the term NCR printing and wondered what it means, you’re not alone. At MD Print Shop, we’re here to explain exactly what NCR (short for No Carbon Required) is, how it works, and why it has become the business essential for thousands of UK companies.
We’re not just explaining NCR printing - we’re also showing you why MD Print Shop is the UK’s leading NCR printing company, trusted by over 2,000 British businesses.
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What is NCR Paper?
NCR stands for No Carbon Required. It’s a type of carbonless copy paper used to create duplicate or triplicate copies of handwritten or printed documents - without the messy carbon paper that used to be needed in the past.
When you write on the top sheet of an NCR pad, book, or set, the impression transfers through to the sheets beneath, instantly creating perfect copies.
Businesses across the UK use NCR printing for:
- Invoices & Receipts
- Delivery Notes & Collection Notes
- Purchase Orders & Stock Transfer Notes
- Job Sheets & Time Sheets
- Inspection & Compliance Forms
- Service Reports & Contracts
The Benefits of NCR Printing for Business
✔ Professional Records - NCR forms keep your business paperwork consistent, clear, and professional.
✔ Efficiency – instantly create multiple copies of one record – saving time and effort.
✔ Personalisation – add your logo, business details, and branding for a professional finish.
✔ Flexibility – available in pads, books, or individual sets – 2-part, 3-part or 4-part.
✔ Custom Options – sequential numbering, perforations, hole punching, covers, variable data and more.
✔ Eco-Friendly – no messy carbon sheets, no waste, just clean and efficient paperwork.
Why Choose MD Print Shop for NCR Printing?
We don’t just print NCR pads - we are specialists in NCR custom printing, with over 30 years of expertise and the trust of thousands of British businesses.
Here’s why MD Print Shop is the No.1 choice for NCR printing in the UK:
- Live Online Prices – competitive pricing, instant quotes, and easy ordering.
- Secure Ordering – upload your own PDF artwork or let our design team create professional layouts.
- Premium Quality NCR Paper – we only use the very best carbonless paper for long-lasting, professional results.
- Full Range of Options – choose cut size NCR, continuous NCR stationery, or NCR on a reel.
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Custom Made in the UK – support British manufacturing with every order.
- Finishing Options including - Sequential Numbering, Hole Punching (drilling), Collating, Variable Data, Printed front Covers, Loose Writing Shields and Fixed Wraparound Writing Shields etc.
- Free Mainland UK Delivery – always included, no hidden charges.
- Excellent Customer Support – live chat, email and phone support available.
Nobody knows more about custom NCR printing than MD Print Shop!
Customer Testimonials
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"The NCR pads we ordered from MD Print Shop are excellent. The quality is far better than any we’ve had before, and the ordering process was simple and quick." – Construction Business, Manchester
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"Fantastic service from start to finish. We uploaded our PDF, approved the proof, and the NCR books arrived exactly as we needed them – brilliant quality." – Engineering Firm, Newcastle
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"MD Print Shop are the best for NCR printing. Great prices, excellent service, and the fact they are UK-based is a huge plus. Highly recommend!" – Electrical Company, Birmingham
Order Your NCR Printing Today
Now you know what NCR printing is and why it matters, it’s time to make the switch to the UK’s leading NCR print specialists – MD Print Shop.
With live online prices, secure ordering, premium quality products, and free mainland UK delivery, there’s no better choice for your business.
👉 Order online today and join thousands of UK businesses who trust MD Print Shop with their custom NCR printing.
What is NCR?
NCR (No Carbon Required - to give it its full name) is multiple sheets of specialised paper which are coated with carbon to either the front, the back or both sides. The carbon then reacts when writing pressure is applied to the top sheet, allowing the transfer of the image through to the subsequent NCR sheets below.
NCR Sets
Loose sets as they are also known are the least expensive way of manufacture. Comprising of 2, 3, 4 or sometimes 5 parts, all of the NCR parts are glued together to make one complete, individual set. These NCR sets can then be Numbered, Hole Punched and Perforated if required.
NCR Pads
NCR Pads are usually 50 sets (loose sets) collated together, comprising of 2, 3, 4 or sometimes 5 parts, generally in 50`s, and then glued together into pad form. The NCR Pads are supplied with a grey board backing card, and then a writing shield that is inserted under a complete set, to stop the transfer of information travelling through multiple sets in one go. The writing shield is a piece of card that is either supplied loose or in wraparound form (attached to the back of the NCR pad). The sets these can also be Numbered, Hole Punched and Perforated if required.
NCR Books
NCR Books are usually 50 sets (loose sets) collated together, comprising of 2, 3, 4 or sometimes 5 parts, generally in 50`s, and then stitched into book form. All sheets within the book are perforated, stapled and bound together. Each book has a stub, if you decide to remove certain NCR sheets from the book, they will tear out from the stub. NCR books are supplied with a grey board backing card, and then a writing shield that is inserted under a complete set, to stop the transfer of information from “travelling” through multiple sets in one go. The writing shield is a piece of card that is either supplied loose or in wraparound form (attached to the back of the NCR book). Books are supplied with Covers that can be printed if you so wish. The sets can also be Numbered, Hole Punched and Perforated if required.
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