The Hidden Manufacturing Secret Behind America’s Beloved Dolls

In the quaint town of Meredith, New Hampshire, a beloved American brand faced a critical challenge. 

Annalee Dolls, a company whose story stretches back to a teenager’s hobby in the 1950s, found themselves at a crossroads where tradition needed to meet technology.

Every great American business has an origin story, and Annalee’s is particularly charming. What began as a young woman’s creative passion in her teenage years blossomed into a full-fledged business venture when Annalee and her husband, Charles “Chip” Thorndike, decided to transform her hobby into something more in the mid-1950s. 

Today, their legacy continues through the cherished dolls and decorations that bring joy to collectors and families across the country.

The Modern-Day Challenge

By 2020, while the spirit of craftsmanship remained unchanged, the company’s production processes needed updating. Their aging Intermec label printer had become a bottleneck in their operations, struggling to keep pace with modern demands for:

• Faster printing speeds
• Higher resolution pricing tags
• More efficient production flow
• Consistent quality output

Engineering the Perfect Solution

The solution required more than just new hardware – it demanded a deep understanding of Annalee’s unique requirements:

• 7pt card stock specifications
• Single-side coating requirements
• Precise hand tag hole placement
• Variable data alignment needs

The Breakthrough

After careful analysis, we identified the Honeywell label printer as the ideal upgrade path. 

But the real innovation came in the implementation:

• Custom pre-printing system for tag fronts
• Strategic timing mark integration
• Precise alignment controls for variable data
• Streamlined workflow design

The Results

The transformation was immediate and lasting. Annalee Dolls now enjoys:

• Significantly faster production speeds
• Consistently higher quality output
• Reliable performance during peak seasons
• Streamlined operational workflow

Today, Annalee Dolls continues to delight customers with their charming creations, now supported by modern production capabilities that ensure their heritage of quality can continue for generations to come.

Your Turn

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