Universal Ballot Marking Device
Vanguard Flex
A universal ballot marking device that produces a 100% human-verifiable ballot.
Flexible Setup
Flex offers two distinct positions for voters; standing or seated. The optimized screen viewing angle provides convenient access to the paper feed and touchscreen.
Universal Accessibility
Voters can mark their ballots using the touchscreen interface or the comprehensive accessible controls. Flex provides a completely independent voting experience for all voters and has been independently tested by professional usability experts.
Voter Verifiable Paper Trail
Flex ballot marking devices print a truly voter-verifiable paper record. Voter selections are tabulated using the same words the voter uses to verify their choices.
Compact and Lightweight
Flex is the smallest and lightest BMD available, weighing just 16 pounds, with a 15-inch screen and a unique nested design for compact storage.
Smart Batteries, Easy to Manage
Support for dual hot swappable batteries allows for automatic and continuous use in an emergency. Verify charge and swap batteries without cycling power.
Integrated Cable Management
Voting devices include a ruggedized, integrated power cable to simplify set up, break down, and storage.
Onboard Power Passthrough
Efficiently enables BMDs to be connected to one another for power for streamlined polling place set up.
Integrated Screens for Voter Privacy
Optional screen protection doubles as voter privacy screens so poll workers have less accessories to manage.
Integrated Thermal Ballot Printer
Flex is equipped with a fast, high quality built-in thermal printer which uses heat to print without ink. No need for expensive toner cartridges.
Jam-Resistant Paper Path
Flex’s innovative paper path supports improved “drop it in” technology that makes feeding ballots simple for voters.
Simple, Accessible Controls
Our simplified and intuitive controls have 2 buttons and a wheel, compared to competitors’ 10+ buttons. The unique design marries accuracy and ease of use, even for voters with limited dexterity.
Vanguard ID - Enhanced Transparency & Security on Every Vanguard Device
The patented always-on smart label displays essential device and election details for enhanced chain of custody, security, auditability, and efficiency. Loaded with customizable information, Vanguard ID provides an instant check point for election workers whether the device is powered on or off.
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