Ballot Tabulation Device with Internal Tote Bin

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United States of America Patent

APP PUB NO 20120187188A1
SERIAL NO

13011227

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A ballot tabulation device with internal tote bin includes a ballot box having a main compartment for receiving ballots and a tote bin configured to fit securely within an inner cavity of the main compartment. A ballot receptacle in the main compartment receives ballots and directs them downwardly into the tote bin so that the ballots stack into the tote bin. The tote bin includes two hingedly attached flaps that open upwardly to rest against the sides of the internal cavity to form a hopper-like receptacle for the ballots. The tote bin may also include one or more locking mechanisms to secure the lid flaps, and a telescoping handle and wheels for transporting the bin. In an alternative embodiment, a sensor in the inner cavity detects the presence of ballots in the tote bin and provides an alert to an operator when the tote bin is nearly full.

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ELECTION SYSTEMS & SOFTWARE LLC11208 JOHN GALT BOULEVARD OMAHA NE 68137

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Bolton, Steve Clearwater, US 13 150
Schmidt, James E Omaha, US 8 53

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