Sept. 11 slowed but didn't stop food industry professionals from participating in October's biennial event

Fear of flying and a deepening slump in the American economy took a toll on turnstile clicks. Nonetheless, the show must go on, and exhibitors gave the Expo reviews ranging from lukewarm to glowing. "What we heard and saw," summarized Charles Bray, president of event cosponsor International Association of Food Equipment Suppliers, "was that the show was a success despite recent events."