Universiti Teknologi Mara Kampus Shah Alam

Faculty of Mechanical Engineering

Program : EM 220
Class : MEM 634 8D5
Lab Group No. :
Lab Report No. : 1
Submission Date : 25/4/2019
Lecturer : Prof. Madya Ismail Nasiruddin Ahmad

No. Student No. Full Name Mobile No. Signature

1. 2015283328 MUHAMMAD RIDZWAN BIN ABU 0192206079
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
 Table of Contents

1.0 HYDRAULIC PINCH GAUGE ............................................................................................................. 4

Figure 1.1 : Hydraulic Pinch Gauge...................................................................................................... 4
2.0 LUX METER .......................................................................................................................................... 7
5.0 DISCUSSION ....................................................................................................................................... 10
6.0 CONCLUSION. .................................................................................................................................... 11
7.0 REFERENCES ..................................................................................................................................... 12
1.0 HYDRAULIC PINCH GAUGE

Figure 1.1 : Hydraulic Pinch Gauge.

Name of equipment : Hydraulic Pinch Gauge.

Price : RM 850.00

Function/purpose :

The purpose of this equipment is to measure the strength of individual or human’s hand especially
thumb. It is suitable to diagnose during the patient's hand recovery process. This equipment give
areading both in kilogram and pound.

(max: 20kg/45lbs)
 Procedures :

1. Set the pinch gauge indicator needle to zero scale by using the indicator needle
adjuster.
2. Place the gauge on the palm of hand.
3. Press the pinch button by using thumb that want to be measured.
4. Record the reading.
5. Repeat the procedure at least 3 times to obtain average result. Rest your thumb for 10
to 20 seconds before repeting the process.

The other model:

1. Digital LCD Gauge

Description :
1. Baseline® LCD HiRes™ hydraulic pinch gauge has an extended range 100 pound
capacity.
2. Unit has blue body and a 2-1/2" LCD gauge.
3. LCD gauge features electronic zero calibration system, max clear button, toggle
maximum and current read-out, lb / kg toggle, 2 AAA batteries (included).
4. The pinch gauge uses a hydraulic system to assure convenience, product reliability
and measurement accuracy and repeatability.

Price : RM2700.00
2. 5-level Pinch Clinic Mode

Description :
1. Hydraulic 5-level pinch gauge is available in clinic mode (gauge facing clinician) and
feedback mode (gauge facing patient).
2. Adjustable handle fits all size hands for accurate and repeatable pinch measurements.
3. 5-position strength test protocols (MVE and MMVE) now can be used for pinch
measurements.
4. Easy to adjust paddle accommodates to any size hand (other pinch gauges only have
one pinch width).
5. Pinch width without paddle is the same width as standard pinch gauges, both
mechanical and hydraulic. 5 pinch positions permits MVE and MMVE protocols to
be used with tip, palmar and key tests.

Price : RM1000.00
2.0 LUX METER

Name of equipment : Lux Meter model 440

Price: RM 13,500.00

Function/purpose :

Testo 440 is a multifunctional data logger use to measure a few parameters such as temperature , humidity
, wind speed , oxygen and carbon dioxide composition , and relative humidity but using its personal probe
and sensor.

However , for this model is only use to measure lighting level.

Procedure:

1. Prepare and put three pieces of AA dry battery into battery compartment of data logger.
2. Switch on power button for ON/OFF system.
3. Press menu button to adjust date and time correctly.
4. Choose setting button to set time range and time taken to record the reading.
5. Press OK button to start/stop logging process.
6. Press save button to save the data.
7. Transfer and keep the final data into the appropriate storage such as computer by using data cable
to connect data logger to the computer . Data will keep in excel.

The other model:

1. TESTO 540 - Light meter

Description:
1. For quick ‘n easy measurements in the workplace.
2. Sensor is modelled on the spectral sensitivity of the human eye
3. Hold function, min/max values.
4. Protective cap for safe storage

Price : RM 650.00
 2. Fluke 941 Light Meter

Description:
1. Measure in lux or foot-candles, with one button to switch between display options
2. Measuring range up to 20,000 lux or foot candles
3. Data hold to freeze reading on the digital display
4. Min/max ability to show high and low readings
5. Auto power off to save battery life
6. Includes protective sensor cap

Price : RM 5500.00
5.0 DISCUSSION

Hydraulic Pinch Gauge is function to measure the strength of thumb. This equipment is used as
a hand-held medical device that is used for measuring a patient’s fingers strength to initially
evaluate a patient’s hand dysfunction or trauma, and also to determine how a patient is responding
to ongoing therapy and treatment. This device is utilized for clinical decision making and outcome
evaluation on pathologies such as carpal tunnel syndrome, tendon injuries of the hand, nerve injury
and neuromuscular disorders. In a simple words, the finger pinch gauge can be used to measure
pinch strength. It is calibrated in pounds and kilograms of force. Apply pinch force at the pinch
groove while holding the pinch gauge between your thumb and finger(s). When force is applied
further toward the tip the reading will be slightly higher. When force is applied further toward the
rear the reading will be slightly lower. This gauge can give both reading in kilogram and pound
with maximum value of 20kg and 45lbs respectively. However, in market there are a lots of similar
products that can be used for same purpose. Different product will have different maximum value.
For an example, Digital LCD Gauge can read up to 100 pound .

Lux Meter is the apparatus that measure the light intensity. A light meter is used to measure the
amount of light distributed over a particular area at a specified distance from the light source. The
units that a light meter will measures in are either Lux, lumens and/or foot candle. The amount of
light will vary between light source such as a well-lit office having a reading of 500 Lux to an
overcast sky of 5000 Lux. There are many applications to use a light meter to measure light
intensity. Office lighting is an important part of occupational health and safety. Proper lighting can
reduce eye fatigue and headaches for people that work in an office for long periods. Proper lighting
will also prevent workplace accidents by increasing the visibilities of dangers and reducing
momentary blindness. Councils will use a light meter to check if street lights are performing at
optimal levels during night time. A light meter will ensure street lights are emitting the right light
levels to improve road and pedestrian safety. It will also help councils to reduce energy bills by
ensuring the street lights aren’t producing too much light. At home ,the optical light levels will
ensure the comfort of the family The wrong light intensity can potentially harm eyesight.
Measuring the light intensity ensures the preservation of light sensitive.
6.0 CONCLUSION.
7.0 REFERENCES

Hydraulic Pinch Gauge

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4) SirHalim, Interviewer, Hydraulic Pinch Gauge. [Interview]. 18 April 2019.

Lux Meter
1) Australian Greenhouse Office (May 2005). "Chapter 5: Assessing lighting
savings". Working Energy Resource and Training Kit: Lighting. Archived from the
original on 2007-04-15. Retrieved 2007-03-17.
2) Darlington, Paul (5 December 2017). "London Underground: Keeping the lights on". Rail
Engineer. Retrieved 20 December 2017.
3) Lux Meter TE445 , "Better lighting for home" 2019. [Online]. Available:
http://www.unidex.com.my/products/Light-Meter%28LX2a2b1102%29.html
4) SirHalim, Interviewer, Hydraulic Pinch Gauge. [Interview]. 18 April 2019.