EU Data Act: Information on connected GOK filling level and tank management products
The EU Data Act strengthens the rights of users in the handling of data generated when using connected products.
Transparency, traceability and fair access to product-related data are also becoming increasingly important in the
area of digital level monitoring and tank management. GOK offers various solutions for digital level monitoring –
from the SmartBox AIR Wi-Fi to the systems of the SmartBox product family for monitoring tank systems and consumer
units through to the MOPEKA PRO filling level sensor.
This page provides you with an overview of which product groups are relevant in the context of the EU Data Act and
what functions these systems provide.
What is the EU Data Act? The EU Data Act is an EU regulation that governs access to and use of data from connected products and related
services. It aims to give users more control over the data generated when using such products. For users, this means that the data generated and made available through the use of a connected product is to be
accessible and usable under certain conditions. At the same time, the EU Data Act takes into account the legitimate
interests of manufacturers, data protection, trade secrets as well as technical and legal frameworks.
Important: this page is for general information purposes only. Whether and to what extent a specific
product or a specific use case falls under the provisions of the EU Data Act depends on its respective technical
characteristics, specific use and the relevant legal requirements.
Overview of connected GOK products
SmartBox AIR Wi-Fi – digital level monitoring for non-pressurised tanks The SmartBox AIR Wi-Fi is a battery-powered, electronic remote level gauge for non-pressurised tanks containing
liquid media. It measures the tank contents according to the pneumatic measuring principle and transmits the data to
the associated app via the local Wi-Fi network. This allows users to access information such as the filling level and battery status via an app; depending on the
individual settings, this data is updated hourly, daily, weekly or monthly. The tank contents can be displayed in
litres, percentage by volume or filling height in centimetres. Typical applications: fuel oil, diesel, HVO, rainwater, waste oil, vegetable oil and other
non-flammable liquid media. Relevant examples of data: filling level, free capacity display, battery status, device settings and
time-related measured values – provided these are technically generated and available. Product link:
SmartBox AIR Wi-Fi
SmartBox systems – tank management and remote transmission for professional applications GOK’s SmartBox systems enable the monitoring of tank systems and consumer units both on-site and remotely. Depending
on the version, filling levels, critical conditions and system signals can be recorded and transmitted. The SmartBox 4 GSM PRO, for example, is an electronic remote level gauge with data transmitter for up to four
non-pressurised tanks with liquid operating media. The tank data can be transmitted via SMS to a mobile phone, via
e-mail – depending on the provider – or to the Internet database www.smart-inspector.com. Among other things, filling
levels, minimum filling levels, system malfunctions or leakage notifications can be monitored. Typical applications: tank systems and consumer units, multi-tank systems, fuel oil and fuel
management as well as commercial tank monitoring. Relevant data examples: filling level data, free capacity data, minimum filling levels, fault
notifications, leakage notifications, system statuses and transmitted measured values – provided these are technically
generated and available. Product links:
SmartBox 4 GSM
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SmartBox 4 GSM PRO
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SmartBox 4 LAN
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SmartBox 4 LAN PRO
MOPEKA PRO filling level sensor for gas cylinders – ultrasonic level measurement with Bluetooth transmission The MOPEKA PRO filling level sensor is a digital ultrasonic level gauge for gas cylinders. It determines the filling
level using ultrasound and transmits the measurement and signalling data via Bluetooth to a smartphone or tablet, to
the associated app or optionally to an LCD monitor. The content can be displayed in the app or on the monitor in kilogrammes and percentage by volume, for example. The
sensor is suitable for standard steel and aluminium gas cylinders up to a filling volume of 48 kg and is intended for
use in leisure vehicles, household applications or commercial facilities, among other things. Typical applications: gas cylinders in leisure vehicles, household applications and commercial
facilities. Relevant examples of data: filling level, battery status, cylinder configuration and measured values
from Bluetooth transmission – provided these are technically generated and available. Product link:
MOPEKA PRO filling level sensor for gas cylinders
What data may be relevant in the context of the EU Data Act?
Depending on the product and configuration, different data can be generated when using connected GOK products. This
includes, in particular, technical measurement and status data, for example:
current filling levels
volume or percentage readings
free capacity data
battery status
device status and fault notifications
configured tank or cylinder parameters
time-related measured values
transmission and signalling data
The specific data available depends on the respective product, the installed version, the configuration, the app or
platform used and the technical transmission method.
Contractual information on connected products and related services
Below, we provide the contractual information on GOK’s connected products and related services, as required by the
EU Data Act, for download.
The overview presents the relevant product groups, the respective related services and the resulting or available
data in tabular form. This overview is intended to provide transparent information about what data may be generated
when using connected products, how this data is technically provided or transmitted and which options are available
for contacting us for further questions.
Frequently asked questions about the EU Data Act and GOK products
Does the EU Data Act apply to all GOK products? Not every product generates or transmits digital usage data. The EU Data Act is particularly relevant for connected
products and related services. Whether a specific GOK product is affected depends on its technical characteristics
and specific use.
What data can I request? In principle, data generated during the use of a connected product and that is technically available may be relevant.
For filling level and tank management products, this could include, for example, filling level, status or fault
notification data.
Do I have access to all internal system data? The EU Data Act regulates access to certain product-related data. Necessarily, this does not include all internal
technical information, trade secrets, security-relevant information or data that cannot be provided for technical or
legal reasons.
What is the difference between product data and personal data? Product data is generated by the use of a product, such as measurement or status values. Personal data refers to an
identified or identifiable person. Where personal data is concerned, the requirements of data protection law also
apply. You can find information on data protection in our
Privacy Notice
.
Who can I contact? For questions about GOK products and EU Data Act enquiries, please use the
Contact Form
or the contact option provided on this page.
Your data. Your transparency. Your GOK solution.
Digital level monitoring simplifies planning, operation and security of supply. With solutions such as the
SmartBox AIR Wi-Fi, the SmartBox systems and the MOPEKA PRO filling level sensor, GOK offers practical products for
a wide range of applications – from private tanks to professional tank systems and gas cylinders.
If you have any questions about the EU Data Act or about data from a connected GOK product, we will be happy to
assist you.
Data controller and EU Data Act officer
Address
GOK Regler- und Armaturen-Gesellschaft mbH & Co. KG
Obernbreiter Str. 2–18
97340 Marktbreit, Germany
