F.I.R.S.T. GmbH (Germany) has enriched its CONVAL® Release 6.0 software with new features, functions and calculation modules: calculation of actuator forces for globe valves; calculation of vapour-converting valves and the associated injection valve; advanced control valve calculation (flashing etc.) with a new and more extensive manufacturer database; advanced safety valve calculation with a new manufacturer database; option of saving and sending calculations directly in Adobe® Acrobat (PDF) format; optional calculation of thermodynamic properties in large pressure / temperature ranges; completely revised, context-sensitive online help in German and English; working and documentation in German, English, Dutch, French and Spanish.