The buzz is building for the 2005 AHR Expo when it convenes for the first time ever in Orlando, FL, February 7-9, 2005. Show management expects a huge turnout, with more than 1,500 manufacturers and suppliers. As of mid-October, there are more than 1,500 exhibiting companies confirmed and more than 356,000 net sq ft of exhibit space sold.

With more than three months to go, the show's international presence will also be strong. As of October 20th, there are 3,179 visitors registered for the show and of these 813 are from outside of the U.S. Show management said they expect several thousand international attendees from more than 100 countries to visit the 2005 Expo.