Blount International 10-K 23 Apr 14 2013 FY Annual report Financial data

Document_and_Entity_Informatio

Document and Entity Information (USD $)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Apr. 07, 2014	Jun. 30, 2013
Document and Entity Information [Abstract]	'	'	'
Entity Registrant Name	'BLOUNT INTERNATIONAL INC	'	'
Entity Central Index Key	'0001001606	'	'
Document Type	'10-K	'	'
Document Period End Date	31-Dec-13	'	'
Amendment Flag	'false	'	'
Document Fiscal Year Focus	'2013	'	'
Document Fiscal Period Focus	'FY	'	'
Current Fiscal Year End Date	'--12-31	'	'
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer	'No	'	'
Entity Voluntary Filers	'No	'	'
Entity Current Reporting Status	'No	'	'
Entity Filer Category	'Accelerated Filer	'	'
Entity Public Float	'	'	$478,764,159
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding	'	49,462,370	'

Consolidated_Statements_of_Cha

Consolidated Statements of Changes in Stockholders' Equity (Deficit) (USD $)	Total	Common Stock	Capital in Excess of Par	Accumulated Deficit	Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
In Thousands, except Share data
Beginning Balance, value at Dec. 31, 2010	$42,398	$482	$587,894	($509,355)	($36,623)
Beginning Balance, shares at Dec. 31, 2010	'	48,236,000	'	'	'
Net income	49,682	'	'	49,682	'
Foreign currency translation adjustment	-2,984	'	'	'	-2,984
Unrealized losses	-2,463	'	'	'	-2,463
Acquisition of KOX, shares	310,000	'	'	'	'
Acquisition of KOX	'	3	4,706	'	'
Stock options, stock appreciation rights, and restricted stock, shares	'	269,000	'	'	'
Stock options, stock appreciation rights, and restricted stock	1,651	3	1,648	'	'
Stock compensation expense	4,441	'	4,441	'	'
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Amendments	0	'	'	'	'
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Net Gain (Loss) Recognized in Net Periodic Benefit Cost, before Tax	-49,349	'	'	'	-49,349
Defined Benefit Plan, Amortization of Gains (Losses)	5,131	'	'	'	5,131
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Tax, Portion Attributable to Parent	16,249	'	'	'	16,249
Ending Balance, value at Dec. 31, 2011	69,465	488	598,689	-459,673	-70,039
Ending Balance, shares at Dec. 31, 2011	'	48,815,000	'	'	'
Net income	39,588	'	'	39,588	'
Foreign currency translation adjustment	1,434	'	'	'	1,434
Unrealized losses	-2,167	'	'	'	-2,167
Stock options, stock appreciation rights, and restricted stock, shares	'	325,000	'	'	'
Stock options, stock appreciation rights, and restricted stock	2,217	3	2,214	'	'
Stock compensation expense	5,592	'	5,592	'	'
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Amendments	0	'	'	'	'
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Net Gain (Loss) Recognized in Net Periodic Benefit Cost, before Tax	-14,358	'	'	'	-14,358
Defined Benefit Plan, Amortization of Gains (Losses)	8,567	'	'	'	8,567
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Tax, Portion Attributable to Parent	1,144	'	'	'	1,144
Ending Balance, value at Dec. 31, 2012	111,482	491	606,495	-420,085	-75,419
Ending Balance, shares at Dec. 31, 2012	49,140,091	49,140,000	'	'	'
Net income	4,840	'	'	4,840	'
Foreign currency translation adjustment	2,529	'	'	'	2,529
Unrealized losses	514	'	'	'	514
Stock options, stock appreciation rights, and restricted stock, shares	'	239,000	'	'	'
Stock options, stock appreciation rights, and restricted stock	627	3	624	'	'
Stock compensation expense	5,607	'	5,607	'	'
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Amendments	11,577	'	'	'	11,577
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Net Gain (Loss) Recognized in Net Periodic Benefit Cost, before Tax	24,317	'	'	'	24,317
Defined Benefit Plan, Amortization of Gains (Losses)	7,975	'	'	'	7,975
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Tax, Portion Attributable to Parent	-15,068	'	'	'	-15,068
Ending Balance, value at Dec. 31, 2013	$154,400	$494	$612,726	($415,245)	($43,575)
Ending Balance, shares at Dec. 31, 2013	49,378,506	49,379,000	'	'	'

Consolidated_Statements_of_Inc

Consolidated Statements of Income (USD $)	12 Months Ended
Share data in Thousands, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Income Statement [Abstract]	'	'	'
Sales	$900,595,000	$927,666,000	$831,630,000
Cost of sales	658,633,000	671,451,000	575,821,000
Gross profit	241,962,000	256,215,000	255,809,000
Selling, general, and administrative expenses	173,516,000	170,535,000	157,856,000
Facility closure and restructuring costs	6,046,000	6,400,000	0
Goodwill and Intangible Asset Impairment	24,879,000	0	0
Impairment of Intangible Assets (Excluding Goodwill)	'	0	0
Operating income	37,521,000	79,280,000	97,953,000
Interest income	630,000	158,000	171,000
Interest expense	-18,467,000	-17,364,000	-18,721,000
Other income (expense), net	-2,120,000	-284,000	-4,453,000
Income from continuing operations before taxes	17,564,000	61,790,000	74,950,000
Provision for income taxes	12,724,000	22,202,000	25,268,000
Discontinued operations:	'	'	'
Net income	$4,840,000	$39,588,000	$49,682,000
Basic income per share:	'	'	'
Net income	$0.10	$0.81	$1.02
Diluted income per share:	'	'	'
Net income	$0.10	$0.79	$1.01
Weighted average shares used in per share calculations:	'	'	'
Basic	49,478	49,170	48,701
Diluted	50,122	49,899	49,434

Consolidated_Statements_of_Cha1

Consolidated Statements of Changes in Stockholders' Equity (Deficit) (Parenthetical)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2011
Acquisition of KOX, shares	310

Consolidated_Statements_of_Com

Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Statement of Other Comprehensive Income [Abstract]	'	'	'
Net income	$4,840	$39,588	$49,682
Unrealized gains (losses):	'	'	'
Unrealized holding gains (losses)	13	-2,242	-1,819
Gains (losses) reclassified to net income	501	75	-644
Unrealized losses, net	514	-2,167	-2,463
Foreign currency translation adjustment	2,529	1,434	-2,984
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Amendments	11,577	0	0
Pension liability adjustment:	'	'	'
Net loss	-24,317	14,358	49,349
Defined Benefit Plan, Amortization of Net Gains (Losses)	8,456	8,573	5,137
Amortization of prior service cost	-481	-6	-6
Pension liability adjustment	43,869	-5,791	-44,218
Other comprehensive loss, before tax	46,912	-6,524	-49,665
Income tax benefit on other comprehensive items	-15,068	1,144	16,249
Other comprehensive loss, net of tax	31,844	-5,380	-33,416
Comprehensive income	$36,684	$34,208	$16,266

Consolidated_Balance_Sheets

Consolidated Balance Sheets (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Current assets:	'	'
Cash and cash equivalents	$42,797	$50,267
Accounts receivable, net	110,807	128,444
Inventories	156,955	174,816
Deferred income taxes	17,925	19,522
Assets Held-for-sale, Current	7,680	0
Other current assets	20,189	20,273
Total current assets	356,353	393,322
Property, plant, and equipment, net	164,194	177,702
Deferred income taxes	456	2,438
Intangible assets	127,141	143,161
Goodwill	142,682	165,175
Other assets	25,525	23,493
Total Assets	816,351	905,291
Current liabilities:	'	'
Current maturities of long-term debt	15,016	15,072
Accounts payable	43,009	52,243
Accrued expenses	70,431	70,377
Deferred income taxes	45	292
Total current liabilities	128,501	137,984
Long-term debt, excluding current maturities	422,972	501,685
Deferred income taxes	48,104	40,501
Employee benefit obligations	49,630	93,086
Other liabilities	12,744	20,553
Total liabilities	661,951	793,809
Stockholders' equity:	'	'
Total stockholders' equity	154,400	111,482
Total Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity	$816,351	$905,291

Consolidated_Balance_Sheets_Pa

Consolidated Balance Sheets (Parenthetical) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
In Millions, except Share data, unless otherwise specified
Statement of Financial Position [Abstract]	'	'
Allowance for Doubtful Accounts Receivable, Current	$3.10	$3.10
Common stock, par value	$0.01	$0.01
Common stock, shares authorized	100,000,000	100,000,000
Common stock, shares outstanding	49,378,506	49,140,091

Consolidated_Statements_of_Cas

Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Cash flows from operating activities:	'	'	'
Net income	$4,840	$39,588	$49,682
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:	'	'	'
Early extinguishment of debt	0	0	3,871
Depreciation	33,479	28,586	23,482
Amortization	16,041	16,532	12,325
Stock-based compensation	5,607	5,592	4,441
Excess tax benefit from stock-based compensation	-302	-1,187	-877
Asset Impairment Charges	27,351	'	'
Deferred income taxes	-5,686	-7,589	2,331
Change in uncertain tax positions	-1,736	-369	-1,240
Loss on disposal of assets	779	955	899
Other non-cash charges, net	1,785	801	5,026
Changes in assets and liabilities, excluding acquisitions:	'	'	'
(Increase) decrease in accounts receivable	16,781	4,985	-12,057
(Increase) decrease in inventories	17,561	-25,487	2,188
(Increase) decrease in other assets	-8,460	-781	-4,848
Increase (decrease) in accounts payable	-9,421	2,579	-1,350
Increase (decrease) in accrued expenses	-567	-2,070	6,571
Increase (decrease) in other liabilities	-997	-9,699	-16,405
Discontinued operations	0	0	-334
Net cash provided by operating activities	97,055	52,436	73,705
Cash flows from investing activities:	'	'	'
Purchases of property, plant, and equipment	-29,575	-53,090	-38,965
Proceeds from sale of assets	-164	-198	-967
Acquisitions, net of cash acquired	0	0	-217,362
Discontinued operations	3,394	0	2,620
Net cash used in investing activities	-26,017	-52,892	-252,740
Cash flows from financing activities:	'	'	'
Net borrowings (payments) under revolving credit facility	60,000	-6,800	-228,200
Proceeds from issuance of term debt	0	0	300,000
Repayment of term loan principal	-21,389	-15,071	-353,750
Repayment of PBL debt principal	0	-5,345	-7,813
Debt issuance costs	-1,576	-1,115	-6,509
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Tax Benefit Realized from Exercise of Stock Options	302	1,187	877
Taxes paid under stock-based compensation activity	-479	-122	-267
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities	-82,338	-12,514	161,779
Effect of exchange rate changes	3,830	1,119	-1,334
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents	-7,470	-11,851	-18,590
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year	50,267	62,118	80,708
Cash and cash equivalents at end of year	$42,797	$50,267	$62,118

Acquisitions

Acquisitions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Business Combinations [Abstract]	'
ACQUISITIONS	'
	NOTE 2: ACQUISITIONS
	The Company accounts for acquisitions in accordance with ASC 805. Accordingly, assets acquired and liabilities assumed are recorded at their estimated fair values on the date of acquisition. The Company estimates the fair value of assets using various methods and considering, among other factors, projected discounted cash flows, replacement cost less an allowance for depreciation, recent comparable transactions, and historical book values. The Company estimates the fair value of inventory that is considered to be readily marketable by considering the estimated costs to complete the manufacturing, assembly, and selling processes, and the normal gross profit margin typically associated with its sale. The Company estimates the fair value of inventory that is not considered to be readily marketable by evaluating the estimated net realizable value for such inventory. The Company estimates the fair value of identifiable intangible assets based on discounted projected cash flows or estimated royalty avoidance costs. The Company estimates the fair value of liabilities assumed considering the historical book values and projected future cash outflows. The fair value of goodwill represents the residual enterprise value which does not qualify for separate recognition, including the value of the assembled workforce.
	2011 Acquisition of KOX
	On March 1, 2011, we acquired KOX, a Germany-based direct-to-customer distributor of forestry-related replacement parts and accessories, primarily serving professional loggers and consumers in Europe. The acquisition of KOX increased our distribution capabilities and expanded our geographic presence in Europe. KOX was a customer of Blount for over 30 years and purchased approximately $9.2 million of forestry replacement parts from Blount in 2010.
	The total purchase price was $23.9 million, consisting of $19.2 million in cash and 309,834 shares of our common stock valued at $4.7 million based on the closing price of our stock on the acquisition date. KOX had $5.1 million of cash on the acquisition date, resulting in a net cash outflow of $14.1 million. We assumed none of KOX’s debt in the transaction. In addition, we incurred legal and other third party fees totaling $1.2 million in conjunction with the acquisition that were expensed to SG&A in the Consolidated Statements of Income during 2010 and 2011. The cash portion of the acquisition was funded from available cash on hand. The common stock shares issued in the purchase were subject to certain restrictions through March 1, 2013 under terms of the related stock purchase agreement.
	KOX’s pre-acquisition operating results (unaudited) for calendar year 2010 are summarized below.
	KOX Pre-Acquisition Operating Results (Unaudited)
	(Amounts in thousands)	Year Ended
		December 31, 2010
	Sales	$	34,889
	Operating income	3,266
	Depreciation	128
	2011 Acquisition of PBL
	On August 5, 2011, we acquired PBL, a manufacturer of lawnmower blades and agricultural cutting parts based in Civray, France, with a second manufacturing facility in Queretaro, Mexico. The acquisition of PBL increased our manufacturing capacity for lawnmower blades, increased our market share for lawnmower blades in Europe, and provided an entrance into the agricultural cutting parts market in Europe. We also expect to benefit from PBL’s low-cost manufacturing methods and technology.
	The purchase price consisted of $14.2 million in cash and the assumption of $13.5 million of PBL’s debt. PBL had $1.3 million of cash on the acquisition date, resulting in a net cash outflow of $13.0 million. In addition, we incurred legal and other third party fees totaling $0.9 million in conjunction with the acquisition that were expensed to SG&A in the Consolidated Statement of Income during 2011. The cash portion of the acquisition was funded from available cash on hand.
	PBL’s pre-acquisition operating results (unaudited) for the twelve months preceding the acquisition date are summarized below.
	PBL Pre-Acquisition Operating Results (Unaudited)
	(Amounts in thousands)	Twelve Months
		Ended July 31, 2011
	Sales	$	33,162
	Operating income	1,804
	Depreciation and amortization	2,857
	2011 Acquisition of Woods/TISCO
	On September 7, 2011, we acquired Woods/TISCO, a manufacturer and marketer of equipment and replacement parts primarily for the agriculture end market, with operations primarily in the Midwestern U.S. The acquisition of Woods/TISCO:
	•	Increased distribution for our FRAG segment, particularly in the agricultural dealer channel.
	•	Expanded our FRAG product line offerings of tractor attachments and aftermarket replacement parts.
	•	Provided opportunities to leverage our manufacturing and product development expertise and global distribution and supply chain network, particularly in the area of product sourcing.
	•	Enhanced our U.S. manufacturing and distribution capabilities through the addition of three manufacturing and five distribution facilities.
	The purchase price was $190.5 million in cash, consisting of $185.0 million in negotiated enterprise value and a $5.5 million working capital adjustment. Woods/TISCO had $0.2 million of cash on the acquisition date, resulting in a net cash outflow of $190.3 million. We assumed none of Woods/TISCO’s debt in the transaction. In addition, we incurred legal and other third party fees totaling $2.0 million in conjunction with the acquisition that were expensed to SG&A in the Consolidated Statement of Income during 2011. The acquisition was funded from cash on hand and borrowing under the Company’s revolving credit facility.
	Woods/TISCO’s pre-acquisition operating results (unaudited) for the twelve months preceding the acquisition date are summarized below.
	Woods/TISCO Pre-Acquisition Operating Results (Unaudited)
	(Amounts in thousands)	Twelve Months Ended
		August 31, 2011
	Sales	$	164,810
	Operating income	17,870
	Depreciation and amortization	2,549
	Woods/TISCO’s operating income for the twelve months ended August 31, 2011 included expenses of $0.7 million related to Woods/TISCO’s former chief executive officer, $0.5 million in management fees charged by Woods/TISCO’s former owner, $0.4 million in expenses attributed to Woods/TISCO’s efforts to sell its business, $0.3 million in costs associated with the closure of a facility, and $0.3 million in fees associated with Woods/TISCO’s September 2010 refinancing transaction.
	Purchase Price Allocations
	We allocated the purchase price for each acquisition to the following assets and liabilities based on their estimated fair values.
	Purchase Price Allocations                                                           (Amounts in thousands)		Woods/TISCO			PBL			KOX
	Cash		$	230		$	1,275		$	5,126
	Accounts receivable		34,784			5,109			3,365
	Inventories		38,512			9,729			8,879
	Current intangible assets subject to amortization		—			157			—
	Current deferred tax assets		3,716			608			—
	Other current assets		3,057			1,162			268
	Property, plant, and equipment		19,259			13,041			383
	Non-current deferred tax assets		1,943			378			—
	Non-current intangible assets subject to amortization		52,400			5,612			4,594
	Non-current intangible assets not subject to amortization		44,330			470			5,241
	Goodwill		54,846			3,301			3,709
	Other non-current assets		3,474			—			—
	Total assets acquired		256,551			40,842			31,565
	Current liabilities		19,319			11,065			4,793
	Long-term debt		—			13,304			—
	Non-current deferred income tax liability		41,510			609			2,836
	Other non-current liabilities		5,220			1,620			—
	Total liabilities assumed		66,049			26,598			7,629
	Acquisition price		$	190,502		$	14,244		$	23,936
	Goodwill deductible for income tax purposes		$	9,255		$	—		$	—
	The operating results of acquisitions are included in the Consolidated Statements of Income from the acquisition dates forward. The 2011 post-acquisition results, excluding the post-acquisition allocation of the cost of certain shared services and corporate support functions, are summarized in the following table.
	Post-Acquisition Operating Results		Year Ended December 31, 2011
	(Amounts in thousands)		KOX			PBL			Woods/TISCO
External net sales		$	30,915		$	9,679		$	55,464
Intercompany sales to acquired business		(9,276		)	—			(348		)
Incremental net sales included in Consolidated Income Statement		21,639			9,679			55,116
Incremental income (loss) before income taxes		(2,864		)	(2,727		)	1,258
Acquisition accounting effects		2,152			1,734			4,913
Acquisition accounting effects included in the above tables represent non-cash charges included in cost of sales for amortization of intangible assets and adjustments to fair value on acquired property, plant, and equipment, as well as expensing of the step-up to fair value of acquired inventory. Acquisition accounting effects do not include transaction costs associated with the acquisitions.
The following table summarizes the acquisition accounting effects charged to cost of sales for the years indicated:
Acquisition Accounting Effects		Year Ended December 31,
(Amounts in thousands)		2013			2012			2011
KOX		$	696		$	1,016		$	2,152
PBL		432			2,028			1,734
Woods/TISCO		8,357			7,013			4,913
Prior acquisitions		5,268			5,941			7,080
Total acquisition accounting effects		$	14,753		$	15,998		$	15,879
The following unaudited pro forma results present the estimated effect as if the acquisitions of KOX, PBL, and Woods/TISCO had occurred on January 1, 2010. The unaudited pro forma results include the historical results of each acquired business, pro forma elimination of sales from Blount to each acquired business, if any, pro forma acquisition accounting effects, pro forma interest expense effects of additional borrowings to fund each transaction, pro forma interest effects from reduced cash and cash equivalents following use of cash to fund each transaction, and the related pro forma income tax effects.
Unaudited Pro Forma Results		Twelve Months Ended
		December 31, 2011
(Amounts in thousands, except per share data)		As Reported			Pro Forma
Sales		$	831,630		$	975,455
Net income		49,682			58,192
Basic income per share		$	1.02		$	1.19
Diluted income per share		$	1.01		$	1.18

Business_and_Summary_of_Signif

Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Accounting Policies [Abstract]	'
BUSINESS AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES	'
	BUSINESS AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
	Business. The Company is a global manufacturer and marketer of equipment, accessories, and replacement parts sold to consumers and professionals in select end-markets, including the forestry, lawn and garden; farm, ranch, and agriculture; and construction sectors. The Company manufactures and markets branded products, serving professional loggers, arborists, construction workers, homeowners, equipment dealers, landscapers, farmers, rural land owners, and OEMs. The Company’s manufactured products include cutting chain, guide bars, and sprockets for chain saw use, lawnmower and edger blades, grass and crop cutting equipment, electric and gas-powered log splitters, tractor attachments, riding lawnmowers, and concrete cutting and finishing equipment. The Company maintains manufacturing facilities in the U.S., Brazil, Canada, China, and France. The Company also operated a small manufacturing facility in Mexico which was closed in January 2014 (see Note 3). We also market and distribute other products and accessories closely aligned with the products that we manufacture, including cutting line and spools for line trimmers, safety equipment and clothing, small engine replacement parts, small tractor linkage parts and attachments, and other accessories used in the market sectors we serve. Many of the products we manufacture are sold to OEMs for use on new chain saws and landscaping equipment, or for private branding purposes, using the OEMs’ brands. See additional information about our business in Item 1, Business, included elsewhere in this report.
	Basis of Presentation. The Consolidated Financial Statements include the accounts of the Company and its subsidiaries and are prepared in conformity with U.S. GAAP. All significant intercompany balances and transactions have been eliminated.
	Foreign Currency. For foreign subsidiaries whose operations are principally conducted in U.S. Dollars, monetary assets and liabilities are translated into U.S. Dollars at the current exchange rate, while other assets (principally property, plant, and equipment and inventories) are generally translated at historic exchange rates. Sales and other costs and expenses are translated at the average exchange rate for the period and the resulting foreign exchange adjustments are recognized in income. Assets and liabilities of the remaining foreign operations are translated to U.S. Dollars at the current exchange rate and their statements of income are translated at the average exchange rate for the period. Gains and losses resulting from translation of the assets and liabilities of these operations are reflected as “other comprehensive income (loss)” in stockholders’ equity and in the Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income. Foreign currency transaction gains and losses from settling transactions denominated in currencies other than the U.S. Dollar are recognized in the Consolidated Statements of Income when realized.
	Use of Estimates. The preparation of financial statements in conformity with U.S. GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities and the components of equity, and the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities as of the dates of the financial statements, as well as the reported amounts of revenues and expenses recognized during the reporting periods. Estimates are used when accounting for the allowance for doubtful accounts, inventory obsolescence, goodwill and other long-lived assets, product warranties, casualty insurance costs, product liability reserves and related expenses, environmental remediation costs, other legal proceedings, employee benefit plans, income taxes and deferred tax assets and liabilities, contingencies, and sales returns and allowances. Management is continually evaluating and updating these estimates and it is reasonably possible that these estimates will change in the future.
	Cash and Cash Equivalents. All highly liquid temporary cash investments with maturities of 90 days or less at the date of investment that are readily convertible to known amounts of cash and present minimal risk of changes in value because of changes in interest rates are considered to be cash equivalents.
	Allowance for Doubtful Accounts. The Company estimates the amount of accounts receivable that may not be collectible and records an allowance for doubtful accounts which is presented net with accounts receivable on the Consolidated Balance Sheets. As of December 31, 2013 and 2012, the allowance for doubtful accounts was $3.1 million. It is reasonably possible that actual collection experience may differ significantly from management’s estimate.
	Inventories. Inventories are recorded at the lower of cost or market. The Company determines the cost of most raw materials, work in process, and finished goods inventories by standard cost, which approximates cost determined on the first in, first out (“FIFO”) method. The Company writes down its inventories for estimated obsolete or unmarketable inventory equal to the difference between the cost of inventory and the estimated market value based upon assumptions about future demand and market conditions.
	Property, Plant, and Equipment. Property, plant, and equipment is stated at cost and is depreciated under the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the individual assets. The principal ranges of estimated useful lives for depreciation purposes are as follows:
	Asset Category			Useful Life
	Buildings and building improvements			10 to 40 years
	Machinery and equipment			3 to 10 years
	Furniture, fixtures, and office equipment			3 to 10 years
	Transportation equipment			3 to 15 years
	Gains or losses on disposal are reflected in income. Property, plant, and equipment under capital lease is capitalized, with the related obligations stated at the principal portion of future lease payments. Interest cost incurred during the period of construction of plant and equipment is capitalized. Capitalized interest was $0.2 million in 2013, $0.5 million in 2012, and $0.2 million in 2011.
	Goodwill. In accordance with ASC 350, the Company performs an annual impairment test on goodwill in the fourth quarter of each fiscal year, or when events occur or circumstances change that indicate it is more likely than not that the fair value of a reporting unit is below its carrying value. The impairment tests are performed in a multi-step process, beginning with a review of qualitative factors and business and market conditions to consider whether or not impairment may be indicated. If the possibility of impairment is indicated, further analysis is performed by estimating the fair values of the goodwill reporting units using a discounted projected cash flow method. This method requires that we estimate the future cash flows of the reporting unit and the weighted average cost of capital and discount rate. We believe the discounted projected cash flow method is an appropriate valuation technique because these are established businesses with reasonably predictable future cash flows and because it has been our experience that this technique is generally used when valuing businesses in our industry.
	For each goodwill reporting unit evaluated for impairment with a discounted cash flows model, we compare the estimated fair value to the carrying value of net assets. If the carrying amount of any reporting unit’s net assets exceeds the implied fair value of that reporting unit, then impairment of the reporting unit's goodwill is indicated. If impairment of goodwill is indicated for a reporting unit, then a fair value analysis of that reporting unit's assets and liabilities, as of the measurement date, is prepared to determine the amount of impairment loss to be recognized on that reporting unit's goodwill. In the fourth quarter of 2013, we recognized pre-tax, non-cash impairment charges of $19.6 million on SpeeCo's goodwill, and $3.2 million on PBL's goodwill. Following these impairment charges, PBL no longer has any recorded goodwill. These goodwill impairment charges reflect reduced short-term expectations of sales, profitability, and cash flows at both SpeeCo and PBL, compared with assumptions used when the original acquisition accounting was prepared. The reduced short-term expectations for these business units reflect actual performance in the fourth quarter of 2013, which was below management expectations, the 2014 operating plans of both businesses developed in the fourth quarter of 2013, and the results of the Company's strategic planning process completed in the fourth quarter of 2013. Accounting for goodwill under U.S. GAAP requires that these non-cash impairment charges be recognized at this time, based on short-term expectations and assumptions. No impairment charges have previously been recognized on the Company's goodwill.
	Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets Other than Goodwill. In accordance with ASC 350, the Company performs annual impairment tests on indefinite-lived intangible assets other than goodwill, consisting of trade names and trademarks, in the fourth quarter of each fiscal year, or when events occur or circumstances change that indicate that it is more likely than not that these assets may be impaired. The impairment tests are performed in a multi-step process, beginning with a review of qualitative factors and business and market conditions to consider whether or not impairment may be indicated. If the possibility of impairment is indicated, further analysis is performed by estimating the fair values of the indefinite-lived intangible assets using a discounted projected cash flow model. In measuring the fair value for these intangible assets, we utilize the relief-from-royalty method. This method assumes that trade names and trademarks have value to the extent that their owner is relieved of the obligation to pay royalties for the benefits received from them. This method requires us to estimate the future revenue for the related brands, the appropriate royalty rate, and the weighted average cost of capital and discount rate. We believe the discounted cash flow model based on the relief of royalty method is an appropriate valuation technique because it has been our experience that this technique is generally used when valuing such assets. In addition, each reporting period the Company evaluates whether there have been any changes in events or circumstances that would indicate that the indefinite life is not appropriate.
	In the fourth quarter of 2013, we recognized pre-tax, non-cash impairment charges of $0.7 million on the SpeeCo trade name intangible asset and $1.4 million on the Carlton trade name intangible asset. These impairment charges reflect reduced short-term expectations of sales of products under these trade names, compared with assumptions used when the original acquisition accounting was prepared. The reduced short-term expectations for these trade names reflect actual performance in 2013, which was below management expectations, the 2014 operating plans developed in the fourth quarter of 2013, and the results of the Company's strategic planning process completed in the fourth quarter of 2013. Accounting for indefinite-lived intangible assets other than goodwill under U.S. GAAP requires that these non-cash impairment charges be recognized at this time, based on short-term expectations and assumptions. No impairment charges have previously been recognized on these assets.
	Definite-Lived Intangible Assets. In accordance with ASC 350-30-35-9, the Company evaluates the remaining useful lives of intangible assets being amortized each reporting period to determine whether events and circumstances warrant a revision to the remaining period of amortization. During 2013, two indefinite-lived intangible assets totaling $0.5 million in carrying value were switched to five year remaining useful lives based on this evaluation. Prior to converting these two indefinite-lived intangible assets to definite-lived intangible assets, they were tested for impairment and no impairment was indicated for either asset. No other changes to remaining useful lives of definite-lived intangible assets were made.
	Impairment of Long-Lived Assets. The Company evaluates the carrying value of long-lived assets to be held and used, including finite-lived intangible assets, whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying value may not be recoverable. The carrying value of a long-lived asset is considered impaired when the total projected undiscounted cash flows from such asset are separately identifiable and are less than its carrying value. In that event, a loss is recognized based on the amount by which the carrying value exceeds the fair value of the long-lived asset. Fair value is determined primarily using the projected cash flows from the asset or asset group. Losses on long-lived assets to be disposed of are determined in a similar manner, except that fair values are reduced for disposal costs. No impairment charges on definite-lived intangible assets were recognized in 2013, 2012, or 2011. An impairment charge of $2.5 million was recognized on property, plant, and equipment in the third quarter of 2013 in conjunction with the consolidation of two manufacturing facilities in Portland, Oregon. This impairment loss was determined by comparing the recorded value of the related assets with the projected undiscounted cash flows expected to be realized on the asset group. See Note 5 for further discussion on our assets held for sale.
	Deferred Financing Costs. The Company capitalizes costs incurred in connection with borrowings or establishment of credit facilities. These costs are amortized as an adjustment to interest expense over the life of the borrowing or life of the credit facility using the straight line method, which approximates the effective interest rate method. In the case of early debt principal repayments, the Company adjusts the value of the corresponding deferred financing costs with a charge to other expense, and similarly adjusts the future amortization expense. See Note 6 for further discussion on deferred financing costs.
	Income Taxes. In accordance with ASC 740, deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized for the future tax consequences attributable to differences between the financial statement carrying amounts of assets and liabilities and their respective tax bases. Included in recorded tax liabilities are estimated amounts related to uncertain tax positions. Actual tax liabilities may differ materially from these estimates. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using enacted tax laws and rates expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which those temporary differences are expected to be recovered or settled. The effect on deferred tax assets and liabilities of a change in tax laws or rates is recognized in income in the period that includes the enactment date. Valuation allowances are established when necessary to reduce deferred tax assets to the amounts expected to be realized. The Company recognizes interest and penalties related to uncertain tax positions as income tax expense.
	Product Liability. The Company monitors claims that relate to the alleged malfunction or defects of its products that may result in an injury to the equipment operator or others. The Company records an accrued liability and charge to cost of sales for its estimated obligation as claims are incurred and evaluated. The accrual may increase or decrease as additional information regarding claims develops.
	Environmental Remediation Liabilities. The Company is conducting several testing, monitoring, and in some cases, remediation efforts regarding environmental matters at certain of its current and former operating sites. In addition, from time to time, regulatory bodies and third parties have asserted claims to the Company alleging responsibility for environmental remediation. The Company records an accrued liability and charge to expense for its estimated cost of environmental remediation as situations are evaluated. The accrual may increase or decrease as new information is received, regulatory changes are enacted, or changes in estimate are developed.
	Insurance Accruals. It is the Company’s policy to retain a portion of expected losses related to general and product liability, workers’ compensation, and vehicle liability losses through retentions or deductibles under its risk management and insurance programs. Provisions for losses expected under these programs are recorded based on estimates of the ultimate undiscounted aggregate liabilities for claims incurred.
	Warranty. The Company offers certain product warranties with the sale of its products. An estimate of warranty costs is recognized at the time the related revenue is recognized and the warranty obligation is recorded as a charge to cost of sales and as a liability on the balance sheet. Warranty cost is estimated using historical customer claims, supplier performance, and new product performance.
	Derivative Financial Instruments. The Company accounts for derivative financial instruments in accordance with ASC 815. The Company’s earnings and cash flows are subject to fluctuations due to changes in foreign currency exchange rates, interest rates, and commodity prices. The Company’s risk management policy allows for the use of derivative financial instruments to manage foreign currency exchange rate, interest rate, and commodity price exposures. The policy specifies that derivatives are not to be used for speculative or trading purposes and formally designates the financial instruments used as a hedge of a specific underlying exposure or forecasted transaction. The Company formally assesses, both at inception and at least quarterly thereafter, using the hypothetical derivative method, whether the derivatives used qualify for hedge accounting and are effective at offsetting the related underlying exposure. All derivatives are recognized on the Consolidated Balance Sheets at their fair value. As of December 31, 2013 and 2012, derivatives consisted of foreign currency hedge instruments and interest rate swap agreements, and as of December 31, 2012 an interest rate cap agreement, all of which are designated as cash flow hedges. The effective portion of changes in the fair value of hedging derivative instruments is recognized in other comprehensive income (loss) until the instrument is settled, at which time the gain or loss is recognized in current earnings. Any ineffective portion of changes in the fair value of hedging derivative instruments, should it occur, would be recognized immediately in earnings. See further information in Note 20.
	Revenue Recognition. The Company recognizes revenue when persuasive evidence that a sales arrangement exists, title and risk of loss have passed to the customer, the price to the customer is fixed or determinable, and collectability is reasonably assured, which has historically been upon the date of shipment of product for the majority of the Company’s sales transactions. There are a small number of shipments with FOB destination or similar shipping terms, for which revenue is not recognized until delivery has occurred.
	Shipping and Handling Costs. The Company incurs expenses for the shipment of goods to customers. These expenses are recognized in the period in which they occur and are classified as revenue if billed to the customer and as cost of sales if incurred by the Company in accordance with ASC 605-45.
	Sales Incentives. The Company provides various sales incentives to customers in the form of coupons, rebates, discounts, free product, and advertising allowances. The estimated cost of such expenses is recorded at the time of revenue recognition. In accordance with ASC 605-50, sales allowances are recorded as a reduction to revenue, free product is recorded as cost of sales, and cooperative advertising allowances are recorded as SG&A.
	Advertising. Advertising costs are expensed as incurred, except for cooperative advertising allowances, which are accrued over the period the revenues are recognized. Advertising costs were $9.0 million, $12.5 million, and $12.8 million for 2013, 2012, and 2011, respectively.
	Research and Development. Expenditures for research and development are expensed as incurred and include costs of direct labor, indirect labor, materials, overhead, and outside services. These costs were $15.2 million, $16.0 million, and $17.8 million for 2013, 2012, and 2011, respectively.
	Reclassifications. Certain amounts in the prior period financial statements and footnotes have been reclassified to conform to the current period presentation.
	In the Consolidated Balance Sheet as of December 31, 2012, the non-current portion of the Company's hedging liability was reclassified from a current liability to a long-term liability. Certain accrued payroll-related amounts were also reclassified from accounts payable to accrued expenses. The Company assessed the impact of the classification errors on the 2012 Consolidated Balance Sheet as filed with the SEC and determined that the errors are not material. The effects of these prior year reclassifications are presented in the following table.
	Balance Sheet Reclassifications				Reclassifications
	As of December 31, 2012	As Reported			Non-Current Hedging Liability			Accrued Payroll			Revised			%
	(Amounts in thousands)
	Accounts payable	$	54,295		$	—		$	(2,052	)	$	52,243		-3.80%
	Accrued expenses	71,473			(3,148		)	2,052			70,377			-1.50%
	Total current liabilities	141,132			(3,148		)	—			137,984			-2.20%
	Other liabilities	17,405			3,148			—			20,553			18.10%
	Total liabilities	793,809			—			—			793,809			—%
	In the Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the years ended December 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011, the Company concluded that purchases of property, plant, and equipment should be adjusted for amounts not yet paid in cash as of the balance sheet dates. The Company assessed the impact of these classification errors on the Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the years ended December 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011 as filed with the SEC and determined that the errors are not material. In addition, in the Consolidated Statement of Cash Flow for the year ended December 31, 2011, the Company concluded that amounts collected which were previously held in escrow from the sale of our Forestry Division in 2007 should be reported as cash flow from investing activities. The Company assessed the impact of the classification error on the Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the years ended December 31, 2011 as filed with the SEC and has determined that the error is not material. The effects of these prior year reclassifications are presented in the following table.
	Cash Flow Reclassifications:				Reclassifications
	For the Year Ended December 31, 2012	As Reported			Non-Cash Purchases of PP&E			Collection from Escrow of Disposition Proceeds			Revised			%
	(Amounts in thousands)
	Net cash provided by operating activities	$	51,271		$	1,165		$	—		$	52,436		2.30%
	Net cash used in investing activities	(51,727		)	(1,165		)	—			(52,892		)	2.30%
	Net cash used in financing activities	(12,514		)	—			—			(12,514		)	—%
	Effect of exchange rates	1,119			—			—			1,119			—%
	Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents	(11,851		)	—			—			(11,851		)	—%
	For the Year Ended December 31, 2011	As Reported			Non-Cash Purchases of PP&E			Collection from Escrow of Disposition Proceeds			Revised			%
	Net cash provided by operating activities	$	77,733		$	(1,408	)	$	(2,620	)	$	73,705		-5.20%
	Net cash used in investing activities	(256,768		)	1,408			2,620			(252,740		)	-1.60%
	Net cash provided by financing activities	161,779			—			—			161,779			—%
	Effect of exchange rates	(1,334		)	—			—			(1,334		)	—%
	Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents	(18,590		)	—			—			(18,590		)	—%
	In the accompanying notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements, prior period reclassifications were made to reclassify one pension plan from the funded pension plan category to the unfunded supplemental non-qualified retirement plan category within Note 11, Retirement Plans. In addition, a Belgium based pension plan asset was reclassified from a level 2 asset to a level 3 asset. Defined contribution expense was updated for the year ended December 31, 2012. The presentation of property, plant, and equipment in Note 5 was also revised for the year ended December 31, 2012 to correct the prior period classification of certain line items. These changes to the accompanying notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements deal with detailed disclosures within the notes and have no impact to the reported Consolidated Financial Statements.
	Recent Accounting Pronouncements. In December 2011, the Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") issued new guidance on offsetting assets and liabilities. For derivatives and financial assets and liabilities, the new guidance requires disclosure of gross asset and liability amounts for any amounts offset on the balance sheet, and amounts subject to the offsetting requirements but not offset on the balance sheet. The new guidance was effective on January 1, 2013 and as of December 31, 2013 there were no offsetting amounts netted in our assets and liabilities. The Company also does not have any cash collateral received or due under any financial instrument agreement within the scope of this new guidance.
	In July 2012, the FASB issued revised guidance on how an entity tests indefinite-lived intangible assets for impairment. Under the revised guidance, an entity is no longer required to calculate the fair value of the indefinite-lived intangible assets and perform the quantitative impairment test unless the entity determines, based on a qualitative assessment, that it is more likely than not that the fair value of an indefinite-lived intangible asset is less than its carrying amount. This revised guidance was effective on January 1, 2013.
	In February 2013, the FASB issued new guidance on the presentation of amounts reclassified out of accumulated other comprehensive income or loss. This guidance does not change the current requirements for reporting net income or other comprehensive income in financial statements. The new guidance requires an entity to present, either in a single note or parenthetically on the face of the financial statements, significant amounts reclassified from each component of accumulated other comprehensive income or loss and the income statement line items affected by the reclassification. This revised guidance was effective on January 1, 2013. See Note 15 for this additional disclosure.

Facility_Closure_and_Restructu

Facility Closure and Restructuring Costs	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Restructuring and Related Activities [Abstract]	'
FACILITY CLOSURE AND RESTRUCTURING COSTS	'
	NOTE 3:  FACILITY CLOSURE AND RESTRUCTURING COSTS
	In 2013, the Company consolidated its two manufacturing facilities in Portland, Oregon to further improve efficiencies. We incurred charges of $8.2 million to consolidate the operations, including $2.2 million reported in cost of sales. Of these charges, $3.6 million were cash transition costs including severance and moving expenses, and $4.6 million were non-cash charges for impairment and accelerated depreciation on land, building, and equipment to be disposed of. The Company expects to incur up to $0.5 million in additional charges during 2014 to complete this transition. As of December 31, 2013, $83 thousand in accrued severance expense had not yet been paid. The Company expects to substantially complete this activity in the second quarter of 2014.
	During 2012, we completed certain actions to consolidate our operations in the U.S. In Kansas City, Missouri, we moved into a new, larger North American distribution center, and closed our previous distribution center in that city. In Golden, Colorado, we closed our assembly, warehouse, and distribution operations and consolidated those functions into the new North American distribution center in Kansas City. Direct costs associated with these two actions were $7.4 million in the year ended December 31, 2012. These costs consisted of lease exit costs, charges to expense the book value of certain assets located in Golden and in the previous distribution center in Kansas City that will not be utilized in the new distribution center, temporary labor costs associated with moving inventory items and stabilizing distribution center operations, third party costs to move inventory and equipment, and rent expense on duplicate facilities during the transition period. Of these total costs, $1.0 million is reported in cost of sales in the Consolidated Statement of Income for the year ended December 31, 2012. There were no charges related to these activities in the year ended December 31, 2013.
	In January 2014, the Company announced plans to consolidate its North American lawn and garden blade manufacturing into its Kansas City, Missouri plant and close a small facility acquired with PBL in 2011 located in Queretaro, Mexico. The Company expects to incur expenses of between $1.0 million and $1.5 million in 2014 to consolidate the manufacturing operations. These expenses include cash transition costs for severance, dismantling, moving, cleanup, and exit activities, and $0.3 million to $0.5 million in non-cash charges for equipment impairment charges. The Queretaro facility ceased operations on January 23, 2014 and is currently leased through September 2014. The Company expects to substantially complete this activity in the second quarter of 2014.

Inventories

Inventories	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Inventory, Net [Abstract]	'
INVENTORIES	'
	NOTE 4:  INVENTORIES
	Inventories consisted of the following:
	Inventories	December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)	2013		2012
	Raw materials and supplies	$	21,476	$	22,815
	Work in progress	19,400		19,388
	Finished goods	116,079		132,613
	Total inventories	$	156,955	$	174,816

Property_Plant_and_Equipment_N

Property, Plant, and Equipment, Net	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]	'
PROPERTY, PLANT, AND EQUIPMENT, NET	'
	NOTE 5:  PROPERTY, PLANT, AND EQUIPMENT, NET
	Property, plant, and equipment, net consisted of the following:
	Property, Plant, and Equipment	December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)	2013			2012
	Land	$	6,371		$	9,075
	Buildings and improvements	73,315			82,191
	Machinery and equipment	289,587			265,691
	Furniture, fixtures, and office equipment	43,702			42,589
	Transportation equipment	1,076			1,126
	Construction or equipment acquisitions in progress	19,308			22,927
	Accumulated depreciation and amortization	(269,165		)	(245,897		)
	Total property, plant, and equipment, net	$	164,194		$	177,702
	In August 2013, the Company announced that its two manufacturing facilities in Portland, Oregon would be consolidated into one location to further improve efficiencies. See Note 3 for discussion of facility closure and restructuring costs. As a result, we reclassified land and building from property, plant, and equipment, net to assets held for sale in our Consolidated Balance Sheet as of December 31, 2013. We also recognized a $2.0 million non-cash impairment charge in the third quarter of 2013 on the land and building to adjust the carrying value to estimated net realizable value of $7.7 million.

Deferred_Financing_Costs

Deferred Financing Costs	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Deferred Finance Costs [Abstract]	'
DEFERRED FINANCING COSTS	'
	NOTE 6:  DEFERRED FINANCING COSTS
	Deferred financing costs represent costs incurred in conjunction with the Company’s debt financing activities and are amortized over the term of the related debt instruments. Deferred financing costs and the related amortization expense are adjusted when any pre-payments of principal are made to the related outstanding loan. Deferred financing costs are included in other non-current assets on the Consolidated Balance Sheets. See also Note 9. The following activity occurred during the years indicated:
	Deferred Financing Costs		Year Ended December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)		2013			2012
	Beginning balance		$	5,495		$	5,716
	Financing costs deferred		1,496			1,115
	Amortization		(1,796		)	(1,336		)
	Ending balance		$	5,195		$	5,495
	Amortization expense, assuming no further cost deferrals or prepayments of principal, is expected to be as follows:
	Deferred Financing Costs Amortization
	(Amounts in thousands)	Expected Annual
		Amortization
	2014	$	1,948
	2015	1,948
	2016	1,299
	Total scheduled amortization	$	5,195

Intangible_Assets

Intangible Assets	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]	'
INTANGIBLE ASSETS	'
	NOTE 7:  INTANGIBLE ASSETS
	The following table summarizes intangible assets:
				31-Dec-13								31-Dec-12
	Intangible Assets	Life		Gross				Accumulated				Gross		Accumulated
	(Amounts in thousands)	In Years		Carrying Amount				Amortization				Carrying Amount		Amortization
	Goodwill	Indefinite		$	142,682			$	—			$	165,175	$	—
	Trademarks and trade names	Indefinite		58,814				—				61,251		—
	Total with indefinite lives			201,496				—				226,426		—
	Covenants not to compete	4-Feb		1,112				1,064				1,112		985
	Patents	13-Nov		5,320				1,988				5,320		1,554
	Manufacturing technology	1		2,639				2,639				2,563		2,563
	Trademarks and trade names	5		549				18				—		—
	Customer relationships, including backlog	19-Oct		107,633				43,217				107,333		29,316
	Total with finite lives			117,253				48,926				116,328		34,418
	Total intangible assets			$	318,749			$	48,926			$	342,754	$	34,418
	Amortization expense for intangible assets included in the Consolidated Statements of Income was as follows:
	Amortization Expense for Intangible Assets	Year Ended December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)	2013				2012				2011
	Amortization expense	$	14,245			$	15,196			$	11,315
	Amortization expense for these intangible assets is expected to total $12.1 million in 2014, $10.7 million in 2015, $9.3 million in 2016, $7.6 million in 2017, and $6.3 million in 2018.
	During 2013, the Company recognized a non-cash impairment charge of $22.8 million on goodwill related to the SpeeCo and PBL acquisitions. During 2013, the Company also recognized a non-cash impairment charge of $2.1 million on the Carlton and SpeeCo trade names. Through December 31, 2012, no impairment of these assets had been recognized. See Note 1 for further discussion of goodwill and other indefinite lived asset impairment. Fair value of goodwill and other intangible assets was determined using Level 3 inputs, as further described in Note 11. A total of $35.0 million of goodwill is deductible for tax purposes, and is being amortized on the U.S. tax return. The accumulated tax amortization on this deductible goodwill was $30.6 million and $26.3 million at December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively.

Accrued_Expenses

Accrued Expenses	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Accrued Liabilities [Abstract]	'
ACCRUED EXPENSES	'
	NOTE 8:  ACCRUED EXPENSES
	Accrued expenses consisted of the following:
	Accrued Expenses	December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)	2013		2012
	Salaries, wages, and related withholdings	$	24,496	$	23,147
	Accrued taxes	7,352		9,769
	Accrued professional services fees	7,167		2,070
	Advertising	6,036		7,899
	Employee benefits	5,448		6,550
	Accrued customer incentive programs	5,301		4,933
	Product liability reserves	3,272		2,905
	Unrealized loss on derivative instruments	2,080		840
	Product warranty reserve	1,741		1,914
	Accrued freight	1,265		2,775
	Accrued interest	155		1,253
	Other	6,118		6,322
	Total accrued expenses	$	70,431	$	70,377

Debt

Debt	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Long-term Debt, Unclassified [Abstract]	'
DEBT	'
	NOTE 9:  DEBT
	Debt is summarized as follows:
	Debt		As of December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)		2013			2012
	Revolving credit facility		$	175,000		$	235,000
	Term loans		260,107			281,250
	Capital lease obligations		2,881			507
	Total debt		437,988			516,757
	Less current maturities		(15,016		)	(15,072		)
	Long-term debt, excluding current maturities		$	422,972		$	501,685
	Weighted average interest rate at end of period		2.68		%	2.71		%
	The Company has entered into a series of interest rate swap contracts as required by the senior credit facility agreement. The interest rate swaps fix the interest rate the Company will pay at between 3.30% and 4.20% on $130.0 million of the term loan principal. The interest rate swaps went into effect in June 2013 and mature on varying dates between December 2014 and August 2016. The weighted average interest rate at December 31, 2013, including the effect of the interest rate swaps, is 3.07%. See Note 20 for further discussion of the interest rate swaps.
	Senior Credit Facilities. The Company, through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Blount, Inc., maintains a senior credit facility with General Electric Capital Corporation as Agent for the Lenders and also as a lender, which has been amended and restated on several occasions. As of December 31, 2013 and 2012, the senior credit facilities consisted of a revolving credit facility and a term loan.
	August 2012 Amendment of Senior Credit Facilities. On August 3, 2012, the senior credit facilities were amended to modify the maximum leverage ratio covenant, as defined below. Certain other minor modifications to the credit agreement were also made. The Company incurred $1.2 million in fees and transaction costs in connection with this amendment, of which $42 thousand was expensed in the Consolidated Statement of Income, and the remainder was deferred to be amortized over the remaining term of the credit facilities.
	May 2013 Amendment of Senior Credit Facilities. On May 3, 2013, the senior credit facilities were amended to modify the minimum fixed charge coverage ratio covenant and the maximum leverage ratio covenant, as defined below. The amendment also included a mechanism that allows for adjustment to interest rates if the leverage ratio exceeds certain limits and made certain other modifications to the credit agreement. The Company incurred $1.6 million in fees and transactions costs in connection with this amendment, of which $0.1 million was expensed in the Consolidated Statement of Income, and the remainder was deferred to be amortized over the remaining term of the credit facilities.
	March 2014 Amendment of Senior Credit Facilities. On March 28, 2014, the senior credit facilities were amended to extend the due date to provide audited financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2013 by an additional 60 days to May 30, 2014. The Company incurred no fees or transaction costs in connection with this amendment.
	Terms of Senior Credit Facilities as of December 31, 2013. The revolving credit facility provides for total available borrowings of up to $400.0 million, reduced by outstanding letters of credit, and further restricted by a specific leverage ratio. As of December 31, 2013, the Company had the ability to borrow an additional $121.0 million under the terms of the revolving credit agreement. The revolving credit facility bears interest at LIBOR plus 2.50% or at an index rate, as defined in the credit agreement, plus 1.50% if the Company's maximum leverage ratio is less than 4.00, LIBOR plus 3.00% or at the index rate plus 2.00% if the Company's maximum leverage ratio is greater than or equal to 4.00 but less than 4.50, and LIBOR plus 3.50% or at the index rate plus 2.50% if the maximum leverage ratio is 4.50 or higher. Interest is payable on the individual maturity dates for each LIBOR-based borrowing and monthly on index rate-based borrowings. Any outstanding principal is due in its entirety on the maturity date of August 31, 2016.
	The term loan facility bears interest under the same terms as the revolving credit facility. The term loan facility also matures on August 31, 2016 and requires quarterly principal payments of $3.7 million, with a final payment of $219.8 million due on the maturity date. Once repaid, principal under the term loan facility may not be re-borrowed.
	The amended and restated senior credit facilities contain financial covenants, including, as of December 31, 2013:
	•	Minimum fixed charge coverage ratio, defined as Adjusted EBITDA divided by cash payments for interest, taxes, capital expenditures, scheduled debt principal payments, and certain other items, calculated on a trailing twelve-month basis. The minimum fixed charge coverage ratio is set at 1.10 through December 31, 2013, and 1.15 thereafter.
	•	Maximum leverage ratio, defined as total debt divided by Adjusted EBITDA, calculated on a trailing twelve-month basis. The maximum leverage ratio is set at 4.60 through December 31, 2013, 4.35 through March 31, 2014, 4.25 through June 30, 2014, 4.00 through December 31, 2014, 3.75 through June 30, 2015, 3.50 through September 30, 2015, 3.25 through December 31, 2015, and 3.00 thereafter.
	In addition, there are covenants, restrictions, or limitations relating to acquisitions, investments, loans and advances, indebtedness, dividends on our stock, the sale or repurchase of our stock, the sale of assets, and other categories. There are no restrictions on the ability of the Company's subsidiaries to transfer funds to the Company in the form of cash dividends, loans, or advances. In the opinion of management, we were in compliance with all financial covenants as of December 31, 2013. Non-compliance with these covenants is an event of default under the terms of the credit agreement, and could result in severe limitations to our overall liquidity, and the term loan lenders could require immediate repayment of outstanding amounts, potentially requiring sale of a sufficient amount of our assets to repay the outstanding loans.
	The amended and restated senior credit facilities may be prepaid at any time without penalty. There can also be additional mandatory repayment requirements related to the sale of Company assets, the issuance of stock under certain circumstances, or upon the Company’s annual generation of excess cash flow, as determined under the credit agreement. During the quarter ended June 30, 2013, an additional principal payment of $6.3 million was made on the term loan resulting from 2012 excess cash flow generation. Our senior credit facility agreement does not contain any provisions that would require early payment due to any adverse change in our credit rating.
	The senior credit facility debt is incurred by the Company's wholly-owned subsidiary, Blount, Inc. The Company and all of its domestic subsidiaries other than Blount, Inc. guarantee Blount, Inc.’s obligations under the senior credit facilities. The obligations under the senior credit facilities are collateralized by substantially all of the assets of Blount, Inc. and its domestic subsidiaries, as well as a pledge of all of Blount, Inc.’s capital stock held by Blount International, Inc. and all of the stock of domestic subsidiaries held by Blount, Inc. Blount, Inc. has also pledged 65% of the stock of its direct non-domestic subsidiaries as additional collateral.
	Minimum principal payments required under the revolving credit facility borrowings and term loan are as follows:
	Minimum Principal Payments on Bank Debt
	(Amounts in thousands)	Payments
	2014	$	14,654
	2015	14,654
	2016	405,799
	Total debt	$	435,107
	Capital Lease Obligations. In July 2013, the Company entered into an equipment lease which is classified as a capital lease under U.S. GAAP. The lease is for a term of seven years, requires annual minimum lease payments of $0.4 million, and has an implied interest rate of 5.17%, resulting in a total of $0.5 million of imputed interest over the term of the lease obligation. The lease terms include an early buyout after six years, at the Company's option, at the fair value of the equipment at that time. The leased equipment and the lease obligation were recorded at their fair value in the amount of $2.6 million. In addition, in August 2011, the Company assumed a capital lease in the amount of $0.6 million in conjunction with the acquisition of PBL. This lease requires minimum annual payments of $0.1 million and has a term ending in 2019.
	Future minimum lease payments under capital leases are as follows:
	Minimum Lease Payments Under Capital Leases
	(Amounts in thousands)	Payments
	2014	$	481
	2015	481
	2016	481
	2017	481
	2018 and thereafter	1,411
	Total payments under capital leases	3,335
	Less: Amount representing interest	(454		)
	Present value of net minimum lease payments	2,881
	Less current maturities of capital lease obligations	(362		)
	Long-term capital lease obligations, net of current maturities	$	2,519
	Other Debt. In conjunction with the acquisition of PBL we assumed $13.5 million of PBL’s debt, consisting of current and long-term bank obligations, revolving credit facilities, and the capital lease obligation mentioned above. We repaid all of PBL’s bank debt during 2011 and 2012.

Income_Taxes

Income Taxes	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]	'
INCOME TAXES	'
	NOTE 10:  INCOME TAXES
	The provision (benefit) for income taxes was as follows:
	Provision for Income Taxes	Year Ended December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)	2013				2012				2011
	Current
	Federal	$	8,407			$	15,781			$	16,249
	State	683				1,685				1,116
	Foreign	9,320				12,325				5,572
	Deferred
	Federal	(6,908		)		(6,598		)		155
	State	389				(582		)		751
	Foreign	833				(409		)		1,425
	Provision for income taxes	$	12,724			$	22,202			$	25,268
	The Company also recorded the following deferred tax amounts directly to the components of stockholders’ equity:
	Deferred Tax Amounts in Stockholders' Equity	Year Ended December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)	2013				2012				2011
	Pension liability adjustment	$	(14,895	)		$	340			$	15,340
	Change in unrealized losses (gains)	(173		)		804				909
	Stock options exercised	302				1,187				877
	Income from continuing operations before income taxes was as follows:
	Income from Continuing Operations Before Income Taxes	Year Ended December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)	2013				2012				2011
	Income before income taxes:
	Domestic	$	(9,568	)		$	28,122			$	50,357
	Foreign	27,132				33,668				24,593
	Total	$	17,564			$	61,790			$	74,950
	The decrease in domestic income before taxes in 2013 compared with 2012 is primarily due to the facility closure and restructuring charges and the impairment of acquired intangible assets recognized in domestic operations. The decrease in foreign income before income taxes in 2013 was driven by the impairment of acquired intangible assets and decreased sales in our FLAG segment, primarily in Canada and China. The decrease in domestic income before taxes in 2012 compared with 2011 is primarily due to reduced profitability in our FRAG segment, which is predominantly a domestic operation, as well as facility closure and restructuring charges recognized in domestic operations. Under Blount’s transfer pricing policy, our foreign subsidiaries earn an arm’s length return on their routine activities, which is generally a percentage of cost. Our domestic operations earn the world-wide operating profit in excess of the routine returns. Therefore, income before income taxes at our foreign subsidiaries tends to be more consistent than our domestic income before income taxes.
	A reconciliation of the U.S. federal statutory rate to the effective income tax rate for continuing operations is presented below.
	U.S. Federal Statutory Rate Reconciliation	Percent of Income Before Tax
		2013			2012			2011
	U.S. federal statutory income tax rate	35	%		35	%		35	%
	Impact of earnings of foreign operations	(11.4	)		(2.6	)		(2.2	)
	Impairment of goodwill	39			—			—
	Foreign withholding taxes	5.9			1.2			1.1
	Federal and state research tax credits	(1.6	)		—			(0.2	)
	State income taxes, net of federal tax benefit	5.8			1.4			2.2
	Domestic manufacturing deduction	(2.3	)		(1.1	)		(1.0	)
	Change in deferred taxes	0.8			—			2.3
	Change in uncertain tax positions	(9.9	)		(0.6	)		(4.6	)
	Acquisition transaction costs	—			—			1.9
	Other	(1.4	)		(0.2	)		1.5
	Effective income tax rate before valuation allowance	59.9			33.1			36
	Change in valuation allowance	12.5			2.8			(2.3	)
	Effective income tax rate	72.4	%		35.9	%		33.7	%
	The tax rates that apply to our foreign locations can differ significantly from our domestic income tax rate. Also, the relative proportion of taxable income earned domestically versus internationally can fluctuate significantly from year to year. Movements in currency exchange rates can generate tax deductible foreign currency losses and taxable foreign currency gains at our foreign subsidiaries that are not recognized for book purposes, thus impacting the effective tax rate reported on our book income. Different allocations in the proportional taxable income among jurisdictions from year to year can also affect the impact of state income taxes. Changes in estimated tax contingencies and valuation allowances can also significantly impact our effective tax rate from year to year.
	In 2013, income tax expense was increased by $6.8 million due to non-deductible goodwill impairment charges recognized for book purposes, and $2.2 million to increase a valuation allowance against certain deferred tax assets arising from foreign NOL carryforwards. Partially offsetting these 2013 increases was a $1.7 million income tax benefit for the net release of previously provided income tax expense on uncertain tax positions. In 2012, we recognized income tax expense of $1.9 million to increase a valuation allowance against certain deferred tax assets arising from foreign NOL carryforwards. In 2011, we recognized an income tax benefit of $4.3 million, from the release of previously provided income tax expense on uncertain tax positions.
	The components of deferred income taxes applicable to temporary differences at December 31, 2013 and 2012 are as follows:
	Components of Deferred Income Taxes	December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)	2013				2012
	Deferred tax assets:
	Employee benefits and compensation	$	25,992			$	35,522
	Other accrued expenses	14,138				16,507
	State NOL carryforwards	505				516
	Foreign temporary differences	6,332				7,149
	Gross deferred tax assets	46,967				59,694
	Less valuation allowance	(4,753		)		(2,552		)
	Deferred tax assets net of valuation allowance	42,214				57,142
	Deferred tax liabilities:
	Property, plant, and equipment asset basis differences	(15,042		)		(15,379		)
	Intangible asset basis differences	(53,134		)		(57,501		)
	Foreign temporary differences	(3,806		)		(3,095		)
	Total deferred tax liabilities	(71,982		)		(75,975		)
	Net deferred tax liability	$	(29,768	)		$	(18,833	)
Foreign deferred tax assets include NOL carryforwards, timing differences related to retirement plans, and other differences. As of December 31, 2013, our foreign NOL carryforwards were $12.2 million. Certain of these foreign NOL carryforwards expire at various dates beginning in 2017, while others have an indefinite carryforward period subject to annual limitations. As of December 31, 2013, our state NOL carryforwards were $11.2 million, and will expire at various dates on an on-going basis.
We maintain a valuation allowance for certain of our foreign and state deferred tax assets, reflecting management’s assessment of the Company’s ability to utilize certain future tax deductions, operating losses, and tax credit carryforwards prior to expiration. The current year increase in the valuation allowance is attributable to the current year’s tax loss in foreign jurisdictions where the Company has a history of pre-tax losses in recent years. As of December 31, 2013, we have a deferred tax asset valuation allowance of $4.8 million, primarily related to state and foreign net operating loss carryforwards.
The Company files income tax returns in the U.S. federal jurisdiction and in many state and foreign jurisdictions. For U.S. federal income tax purposes, all years prior to 2008 are closed. During 2013, the Internal Revenue Service (the “IRS”) completed its field examination of the Company’s federal income tax returns, and a partial settlement was reached for the years 2008 - 2010, which are effectively settled except for one issue. The IRS issued a Revenue Agent’s Report (“RAR”) for the remaining unresolved issue and we have filed a protest to initiate the IRS Appeals process.
In 2009, the Company entered into a Bilateral Advance Pricing Agreement (“BAPA”) with the Canada Revenue Agency (“CRA”) and the IRS for the years 2002 - 2011. In 2013, the CRA and IRS agreed to extend the BAPA to all tax years through 2016, providing relative certainty with respect to transfer pricing between the Company’s U.S. and Canada subsidiaries.
U.S. income taxes have not been provided on undistributed earnings of international subsidiaries. Management’s intention is to reinvest these earnings indefinitely. It is not practicable to determine the unrecognized deferred U.S. income tax liability that would be payable if such earnings were repatriated. As of December 31, 2013, undistributed earnings of international subsidiaries were approximately $235.2 million.
A reconciliation of the beginning and ending amount of unrecognized tax benefits on uncertain tax positions is as follows:
Unrecognized Tax Benefits	Year Ended December 31,
(Amounts in thousands)	2013				2012				2011
Balance at beginning of period	$	5,783			$	6,454			$	11,905
Increase (decrease) for positions taken during a prior period	(112		)		—				1,485
Increase (decrease) for positions taken during the current period	1,800				(384		)		2,125
Settlements	(4,085		)		—				—
Statute of limitations expirations	(340		)		(287		)		(9,061		)
Balance at end of period	$	3,046			$	5,783			$	6,454
These unrecognized tax benefits on uncertain tax positions are included in other liabilities on the Consolidated Balance Sheets.
The Company recognizes interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits in income tax expense. The Company had $0.2 million, $2.1 million, and $1.8 million in interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits accrued as of December 31, 2013, 2012, and 2011, respectively. Of these amounts, $1.4 million, $(0.3) million, and $0.4 million were recognized as an income tax benefit (expense) in the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012, and 2011, respectively.
The total amount of unrecognized tax benefits that would affect the Company’s effective tax rate if recognized was $3.0 million, $5.8 million, and $6.5 million as of December 31, 2013, 2012, and 2011, respectively. Based on current information, in the opinion of management, the ultimate disposition of these matters will not have a material adverse effect on the Company’s consolidated financial position, liquidity, or results of operations. However, the ultimate resolution of the Company’s global tax uncertainties could differ significantly from management’s expectations. Based on the potential outcome of these uncertainties or the expiration of the statute of limitations for specific jurisdictions, it is reasonably possible that the unrecognized tax benefits could decrease within the next twelve months. However, at this time, an estimate of the range of the reasonably possible outcomes cannot be made.

Retirement_Plans

Retirement Plans	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Compensation and Retirement Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Pension and Other Postretirement Benefits Disclosure [Text Block]	'
	NOTE 11:  RETIREMENT PLANS
	Funded Defined Benefit Pension Plans
	The Company sponsors defined benefit pension plans covering employees in Canada and certain countries in Europe, and many of its employees and former employees in the U.S. The U.S. plan was frozen effective January 1, 2007. The changes in benefit obligations, plan assets, and funded status of these plans for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012 were as follows:
	Funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan Obligations		Year Ended December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)		2013				2012
	Change in benefit obligations:
	Projected benefit obligations at beginning of year		$	(259,617	)		$	(232,513	)
	Service cost		(5,112		)		(3,934		)
	Interest cost		(10,348		)		(10,454		)
	Actuarial gains (losses)		22,397				(24,379		)
	Benefits and plan expenses paid		13,085				11,663
	Projected benefit obligations at end of year		(239,595		)		(259,617		)
	Change in plan assets:
	Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year		218,695				190,329
	Actual return on plan assets		9,492				22,826
	Company contributions		7,525				17,203
	Benefits and plan expenses paid		(13,085		)		(11,663		)
	Fair value of plan assets at end of year		222,627				218,695
	Net funded status - non-current liabilities on Consolidated Balance Sheet		$	(16,968	)		$	(40,922	)
	The accumulated benefit obligations for the above defined benefit pension plans at December 31, 2013 and 2012 totaled $215.7 million and $235.5 million, respectively.
	The fair value of plan assets was as follows:
	Fair Value of Plan Assets		31-Dec-13
	(Amounts in thousands)		Total				Level 1				Level 2			Level 3
	Category:
	Money market mutual funds		$	2,327			$	2,327			$	—		$	—
	Guaranteed insurance contracts		3,348				—				—			3,348
	U.S. large cap equity securities		27,646				—				27,646			—
	U.S. small and mid cap equity securities		7,765				—				7,765			—
	International equity securities		40,142				—				40,142			—
	Emerging markets equity securities		3,636				—				3,636			—
	U.S. debt securities		101,828				—				101,828			—
	International debt securities		30,686				—				30,686			—
	Hedge funds		5,249				—				—			5,249
	Total fair value of plan assets		$	222,627			$	2,327			$	211,703		$	8,597
	Fair Value of Plan Assets		31-Dec-12
	(Amounts in thousands)		Total				Level 1				Level 2			Level 3
	Category:
	Money market mutual funds		$	799			$	799			$	—		$	—
	Guaranteed insurance contracts		3,015				—				—			3,015
	U.S. large cap equity securities		50,915				—				50,915			—
	U.S. small and mid cap equity securities		4,794				—				4,794			—
	International equity securities		50,345				—				50,345			—
	Emerging markets equity securities		4,324				—				4,324			—
	U.S. debt securities		71,281				—				71,281			—
	International debt securities		27,466				—				27,466			—
	Hedge funds		5,756				—				—			5,756
	Total fair value of plan assets		$	218,695			$	799			$	209,125		$	8,771
	As specified in ASC 820, the framework for measuring fair value is based on independent observable inputs of market data under the following hierarchy:
	Level 1 – Quoted prices in active markets for identical assets and liabilities.
	Level 2 – Significant observable inputs based on quoted prices for similar instruments in active markets, quoted prices for identical or similar instruments in markets that are not active, and model-based valuations for which all significant assumptions are observable.
	Level 3 – Significant unobservable inputs that are supported by little or no market activity, that are significant to the fair value of the assets or liabilities.
	When developing fair value measurements, it is the Company’s policy to maximize the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs.
	The money market mutual funds are valued by reference to quoted market prices.
	The guaranteed insurance contracts are valued based on information provided by the investment custodians. These contacts are designed to minimize risk and to provide a modest but predictable return.
	The U.S. large cap equity securities consist of mutual funds and commingled pooled funds that invest in equity securities of U.S. companies with large market capitalizations. These funds seek long-term growth and invest in diversified portfolios across multiple industries. These funds are valued based on information provided by the plan’s investment custodians.
	The U.S. small and mid cap equity securities consist of mutual funds and commingled pooled funds that invest in equity securities of U.S. companies with small to medium market capitalizations. These funds seek higher rates of long-term growth and invest in diversified portfolios across multiple industries. These funds are valued based on information provided by the plan’s investment custodians.
	The international equity securities consist of mutual funds and commingled pooled funds that invest in equity securities of international companies in developed countries. These funds seek long-term growth and invest in diversified portfolios across multiple industries and geographic regions. These funds are valued based on information provided by the plan’s investment custodians.
	The emerging markets equity securities consist of mutual funds and commingled pooled funds that invest in equity securities of international companies in developing countries with emerging economies. These funds seek higher rates of long-term growth and invest in diversified portfolios across multiple industries and geographic regions. These funds are valued based on information provided by the plan’s investment custodians.
	The U.S. debt securities consist of mutual funds and commingled pooled funds that invest in debt securities of U.S. companies. These funds seek lower volatility than equity investments and invest in diversified portfolios across multiple industries and with varying maturity periods. These funds are valued based on information provided by the plan’s investment custodians.
	The international debt securities consist of mutual funds and commingled pooled funds that invest in debt securities of companies outside the U.S. These funds seek lower volatility than international equity investments and invest in diversified portfolios across multiple industries and geographies, as well as with varying maturity periods. These funds are valued based on information provided by the plan’s investment custodians.
	The hedge funds consist of investments in partnerships and other entities that in turn invest in portfolios of underlying securities. The fund manager seeks returns that move in the opposite direction of the securities to which they are hedged. These funds are valued based on information provided by the plan’s investment custodians.
	The financial statements of the funds are audited annually by independent accountants. The value of the underlying investments is determined by the investment manager based on the estimated fair value of the various holdings of the portfolio as reported in the financial statements at net asset value. The preceding methods described may produce a fair value calculation that may not be indicative of the net realizable value or reflective of future fair values. Furthermore, although the plan believes its valuation methods are appropriate and consistent with other market participants, the use of different methodologies or assumptions to determine the fair value of certain financial instruments could result in a different fair value measurement at the reporting date.
	The assets of these plans are invested in various investment securities. There were no significant concentrations of investment risk in plan assets. Investment securities are exposed to various risks such as interest rate, market, and credit risks. Due to the level of risk associated with certain investment securities, it is at least reasonably possible that changes in the values of investment securities will occur in the near term and that such changes could materially affect the amount of the plan assets.
There were no significant transfers between assets in Level 1 and Level 2, except for amounts moved from Level 2 to money market mutual funds for the purpose of making cash disbursements for plan expenses and benefit payments. The Level 1 and Level 2 plan assets above may generally be redeemed with 5 or fewer days’ notice. The Level 3 plan assets above may be redeemed with a minimum of 30 days’ notice and after certain other conditions are met.
The change in fair value of Level 3 plan assets was as follows:
Change in Fair Value of Level 3 Plan Assets		Year Ended December 31,
(Amounts in thousands)		2013				2012
Fair value at beginning of year		$	8,771			$	8,125
Actual return on assets:
Relating to assets still held at end of year		(174		)		646
Relating to assets sold during the year		—				—
Purchases, sales, and settlements		—				—
Transfers in/out of Level 3		—				—
Fair value at end of year		$	8,597			$	8,771
The projected benefit payments for these plans over the next ten years are estimated as follows:
Projected Benefit Payments
(Amounts in thousands)	Estimated
	Benefit
	Payments
2014	$	12,959
2015	9,893
2016	10,464
2017	11,057
2018	11,925
2019 – 2023	70,063
Total estimated benefit payments over next ten years	$	126,361
The Company annually contributes the minimum amounts required by pension funding regulations. From time to time, the Company also makes additional voluntary contributions to these plans in order to increase the funding levels and reduce the amount of required future contributions, as well as to reduce the amount of interest expense recognized on the unfunded liability of these plans. The Company expects to contribute approximately $7.0 million to its funded defined benefit pension plans during 2014.
Unfunded Retirement Plans
The Company sponsors various supplemental non-qualified retirement plans covering certain employees and former employees in the U.S., and additional unfunded retirement plans in France, and Japan. Three of the U.S. based plans were frozen effective January 1, 2007, and employees who were participants in these non-qualified plans on that date ceased accruing additional benefits. New employees are not eligible to participate in these U.S. plans. All retirement benefits accrued up to the time of the freeze were preserved.
The changes in benefit obligations and funded status of these unfunded plans for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012 were as follows:
Unfunded Retirement Plans		Year Ended December 31,
(Amounts in thousands)		2013				2012
Change in Benefit Obligations:
Projected benefit obligations at beginning of year		$	(7,602	)		$	(7,594	)
Service cost		(55		)		(266		)
Interest cost		(234		)		(254		)
Actuarial gains (losses)		106				(168		)
Benefits and plan expenses paid		642				680
Projected benefit obligations at end of year		(7,143		)		(7,602		)
Net unfunded status at end of year		$	(7,143	)		$	(7,602	)
Current liabilities		$	(649	)		$	(654	)
Non-current liabilities		(6,494		)		(6,948		)
Net liability recognized on the Consolidated Balance Sheets		$	(7,143	)		$	(7,602	)
The Company accounts for its retirement plans in accordance with ASC 715. The net obligation is included in accrued expenses and employee benefit obligations on the Consolidated Balance Sheets.
Periodic Benefit Cost and Other Comprehensive Loss
The components of net periodic benefit cost and other comprehensive loss and the weighted average assumptions used in accounting for funded and unfunded pension benefits are as follows:
Pension Benefits		Year Ended December 31,
(Amounts in thousands)		2013				2012				2011
Components of net periodic benefit cost:
Service cost		$	5,214			$	3,937			$	3,433
Interest cost		10,583				10,708				11,166
Expected return on plan assets		(15,414		)		(14,482		)		(13,914		)
Amortization of actuarial losses		7,523				7,232				4,294
Amortization of prior service cost		(2		)		(6		)		(6		)
Total net periodic benefit cost recognized in income statement		$	7,904			$	7,389			$	4,973
Recognized in accumulated other comprehensive loss:
Actuarial (gains) losses		$	(24,489	)		$	8,231			$	37,491
Prior service cost		2				6				6
Total recognized in accumulated other comprehensive loss		$	(24,487	)		$	8,237			$	37,497
Weighted average assumptions:
Discount rate used to determine net periodic benefit cost		4.2		%		4.7		%		5.6		%
Discount rate used to determine year end benefit obligations		4.8		%		4.2		%		4.7		%
Expected return on assets used to determine net periodic benefit cost		7.3		%		7.6		%		7.7		%
Expected rate of compensation increase		3		%		3		%		3		%
Actuarial losses of $5.8 million included in accumulated other comprehensive loss are expected to be recognized as a component of net periodic benefit cost in 2014.
The Company annually evaluates and selects the discount rates to be used for its pension plans. Consideration is given to relevant indices for high quality fixed rate debt securities, as well as comparable rates for high quality corporate bonds with terms comparable to the projected cash flows for the respective plans, as of the measurement date. The expected long-term rate of return on assets was chosen from the range of likely results of compound average annual returns based on the current investment policies. The expected return and volatility for each asset class was based on historical equity, bond, and cash returns over a twenty year time horizon, based on repetitive modeling of outcomes using an extended period of historical actual results. While this approach gives appropriate consideration to recent fund performance and historical returns, the assumption is primarily a long-term, prospective rate.
The Company maintains target allocation percentages among various asset classes based on investment policies established for these plans. The target allocation is designed to achieve long-term objectives of return, while mitigating downside risk and considering timing of expected cash flows. For the U.S. retirement plan, the allocation of pension plan assets totaling $148.6 million and $151.4 million as of December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively, and the current target allocation as of December 31, 2013 are as follows:
		Percentage of Plan Assets
		2013 Target			Actual Allocation as of December 31,
U.S. Plan Asset Allocations		Allocation			2013			2012
Money market mutual funds		2	%		1.5	%		0.5	%
U.S. large cap equity securities		10	%		10.4	%		26.4	%
U.S. small/mid cap equity securities		5	%		5.2	%		3.2	%
International equity securities		6.5	%		6.8	%		15.3	%
Emerging markets equity securities		1	%		1	%		1.6	%
U.S. debt securities		69	%		68.6	%		47.1	%
International debt securities		3	%		3	%		2.1	%
Hedge funds		3.5	%		3.5	%		3.8	%
For the Canadian retirement plan the allocation of pension plan assets totaling $70.7 million and $64.3 million as of December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively, and the current target allocation as of December 31, 2012 are as follows:
		Percentage of Plan Assets
		2013 Target			Actual Allocation as of December 31,
Canada Plan Asset Allocations		Allocation			2013			2012
U.S. large cap equity securities		17	%		17.3	%		17	%
International equity securities		42	%		42.6	%		42.3	%
Emerging markets equity securities		3	%		3	%		2.9	%
International debt securities		38	%		37.1	%		37.8	%
The funded defined benefit pension plan in Europe is invested wholly in guaranteed insurance contracts.
Defined Contribution Plans
The Company also sponsors a 401(k) plan covering substantially all U.S. employees, and matches a portion of employee contributions as well as making an additional contribution to all employees based on years of service and regardless of whether or not the employee contributes to the plan. The Company also sponsors a similar defined contribution plan covering substantially all Canadian employees.
Total expense recognized for these defined contribution plans was as follows:
Defined Contribution Plan Expense		Year Ended December 31,
(Amounts in thousands)		2013				2012				2011
Expense		$	9,091			$	8,653			$	7,422

Other_PostEmployment_Benefit_P

Other Post-Employment Benefit Plans	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Expense [Abstract]	'
Postemployment Benefits Disclosure [Text Block]	'
	NOTE 12:  OTHER POST-EMPLOYMENT BENEFIT PLANS
	The Company sponsors two unfunded post-retirement medical programs covering many of its current and former employees in the U.S. and one post-retirement death benefit plan covering a limited number of former employees. The changes in benefit obligations, plan assets, and funded status of these plans for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, were as follows:
	Other Post-Retirement Benefits
	(Amounts in thousands)		2013				2012
	Change in benefit obligations:
	Projected benefit obligations at beginning of year		$	(44,009	)		$	(45,665	)
	Service cost		(292		)		(355		)
	Interest cost		(1,423		)		(1,765		)
	Participant contributions		(2,246		)		(1,932		)
	Actuarial gains (losses), net		7,352				1,706
	Benefits and plan expenses paid		3,995				4,002
	Plan amendment		11,577				—
	Projected benefit obligations at end of year		$	(25,046	)		$	(44,009	)
	Change in plan assets:
	Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year		$	—			$	—
	Company contributions		1,749				2,070
	Participant contributions		2,246				1,932
	Benefits and plan expenses paid		(3,995		)		(4,002		)
	Fair value of plan assets at end of year		—				—
	Net unfunded status at end of year		$	(25,046	)		$	(44,009	)
	Amounts recognized on the Consolidated Balance Sheets:
	Current liabilities		$	(1,873	)		$	(2,588	)
	Non-current liabilities		(23,173		)		(41,421		)
	Net liability recognized on the Consolidated Balance Sheets		$	(25,046	)		$	(44,009	)
	In August 2013, the Company amended the larger of its two U.S. post-retirement medical benefit plans and changed the method of providing benefits under that plan to a Health Reimbursement Account for retirees over age 65. The amendment is effective January 1, 2014. This plan amendment and changes in assumptions resulted in a $11.6 million reduction in the unfunded accumulated benefit obligation included in employee benefit obligations and accrued expenses, a reduction of $7.4 million in accumulated other comprehensive loss, and a $4.2 million reduction in deferred income tax liabilities on the Consolidated Balance Sheet as of December 31, 2013. This plan amendment also reduced the Company's 2013 expense for this plan by $0.7 million and is expected to reduce the Company's 2014 expense for this plan by $2.1 million.
	According to the HCE Affordability Act of 2010, the tax free nature of Medicare Part D Subsidy no longer applies after 2012. Blount will no longer apply for the subsidy for periods after 2013. The projected benefit payments for these plans over the next ten years are estimated as follows:
	Projected Benefit Payments                                                                        (Amounts in thousands)		Estimated				Estimated				Estimated
			Gross Benefit				Medicare Part D				Net Benefit
			Payments				Subsidy				Payments
	2014		$	1,919			$	220			$	1,699
	2015		1,765				—				1,765
	2016		1,716				—				1,716
	2017		1,695				—				1,695
	2018		1,678				—				1,678
	2019 – 2023		8,138				—				8,138
	Total estimated benefit payments over next ten years		$	16,911			$	220			$	16,691
	The Company expects to meet funding requirements for its unfunded post-retirement medical and other benefit plans on a pay-as-you-go basis during 2014. The Company accounts for post-retirement medical plans in accordance with ASC 712. The obligation for these post-retirement benefit plans is reported in employee benefit obligations and accrued expenses on the Consolidated Balance Sheets.
	Periodic Benefit Cost and Other Comprehensive Loss
	The components of net periodic benefit cost and other comprehensive loss and the weighted average assumptions used in accounting for other post-retirement benefits were as follows:
	Periodic Benefit Cost and Other Comprehensive Loss		Year Ended December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)		2013				2012				2011
	Components of net periodic benefit cost:
	Service cost		$	277			$	355			$	261
	Interest cost		1,423				1,765				1,972
	Amortization of actuarial losses		933				1,303				871
	Amortization of prior service cost		(479		)		—				—
	Total net periodic benefit cost recognized in Consolidated Statements of Income		$	2,154			$	3,423			$	3,104
	Recognized in accumulated other comprehensive loss:
	Actuarial (gains) losses		$	(8,284	)		$	(3,009	)		$	7,212
	Prior service cost		(11,098		)		—				—
	Total recognized in accumulated other comprehensive loss		$	(19,382	)		$	(3,009	)		$	7,212
	Weighted average assumptions:
	Discount rate used to determine net periodic benefit cost		4.3		%		4.3		%		5.5		%
	Discount rate used to determine year-end benefit obligations		4.8		%		4		%		4.3		%
	Actuarial losses of $0.8 million and prior service cost of ($1.4) million, included in accumulated other comprehensive loss, are expected to be recognized as a component of net periodic benefit cost in 2014.
	The Company annually evaluates and selects the discount rates to be used in accounting for these plans. Consideration is given to relevant indices for high quality fixed rate debt securities and to specific debt securities with maturity dates similar to the expected timing of cash outflows for the plans as of the measurement date. The annual rate of increase in the cost of health care benefits was assumed to be 9% in 2013, 10% in 2012, and 9% in 2011. As of December 31, 2013, the annual rate of increase in cost of health care benefits is assumed to be 7.5% in 2014, declining by 0.5% per year until 6% is reached in 2017, after which it decreases 0.25% per year until 5% is reached. A 1% change in assumed health care cost trend rates would have had the following effects for 2013:
	Effect of Change in Health Care Cost Trend Rates
	(Amounts in thousands)		1% Increase				1% Decrease
	Effect on service and interest cost components		$	211			$	(205	)
	Effect on other post-retirement benefit obligations		2,265				(1,880		)
OTHER POST-EMPLOYMENT BENEFIT PLANS	'
	NOTE 11:  RETIREMENT PLANS
	Funded Defined Benefit Pension Plans
	The Company sponsors defined benefit pension plans covering employees in Canada and certain countries in Europe, and many of its employees and former employees in the U.S. The U.S. plan was frozen effective January 1, 2007. The changes in benefit obligations, plan assets, and funded status of these plans for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012 were as follows:
	Funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan Obligations		Year Ended December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)		2013				2012
	Change in benefit obligations:
	Projected benefit obligations at beginning of year		$	(259,617	)		$	(232,513	)
	Service cost		(5,112		)		(3,934		)
	Interest cost		(10,348		)		(10,454		)
	Actuarial gains (losses)		22,397				(24,379		)
	Benefits and plan expenses paid		13,085				11,663
	Projected benefit obligations at end of year		(239,595		)		(259,617		)
	Change in plan assets:
	Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year		218,695				190,329
	Actual return on plan assets		9,492				22,826
	Company contributions		7,525				17,203
	Benefits and plan expenses paid		(13,085		)		(11,663		)
	Fair value of plan assets at end of year		222,627				218,695
	Net funded status - non-current liabilities on Consolidated Balance Sheet		$	(16,968	)		$	(40,922	)
	The accumulated benefit obligations for the above defined benefit pension plans at December 31, 2013 and 2012 totaled $215.7 million and $235.5 million, respectively.
	The fair value of plan assets was as follows:
	Fair Value of Plan Assets		31-Dec-13
	(Amounts in thousands)		Total				Level 1				Level 2			Level 3
	Category:
	Money market mutual funds		$	2,327			$	2,327			$	—		$	—
	Guaranteed insurance contracts		3,348				—				—			3,348
	U.S. large cap equity securities		27,646				—				27,646			—
	U.S. small and mid cap equity securities		7,765				—				7,765			—
	International equity securities		40,142				—				40,142			—
	Emerging markets equity securities		3,636				—				3,636			—
	U.S. debt securities		101,828				—				101,828			—
	International debt securities		30,686				—				30,686			—
	Hedge funds		5,249				—				—			5,249
	Total fair value of plan assets		$	222,627			$	2,327			$	211,703		$	8,597
	Fair Value of Plan Assets		31-Dec-12
	(Amounts in thousands)		Total				Level 1				Level 2			Level 3
	Category:
	Money market mutual funds		$	799			$	799			$	—		$	—
	Guaranteed insurance contracts		3,015				—				—			3,015
	U.S. large cap equity securities		50,915				—				50,915			—
	U.S. small and mid cap equity securities		4,794				—				4,794			—
	International equity securities		50,345				—				50,345			—
	Emerging markets equity securities		4,324				—				4,324			—
	U.S. debt securities		71,281				—				71,281			—
	International debt securities		27,466				—				27,466			—
	Hedge funds		5,756				—				—			5,756
	Total fair value of plan assets		$	218,695			$	799			$	209,125		$	8,771
	As specified in ASC 820, the framework for measuring fair value is based on independent observable inputs of market data under the following hierarchy:
	Level 1 – Quoted prices in active markets for identical assets and liabilities.
	Level 2 – Significant observable inputs based on quoted prices for similar instruments in active markets, quoted prices for identical or similar instruments in markets that are not active, and model-based valuations for which all significant assumptions are observable.
	Level 3 – Significant unobservable inputs that are supported by little or no market activity, that are significant to the fair value of the assets or liabilities.
	When developing fair value measurements, it is the Company’s policy to maximize the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs.
	The money market mutual funds are valued by reference to quoted market prices.
	The guaranteed insurance contracts are valued based on information provided by the investment custodians. These contacts are designed to minimize risk and to provide a modest but predictable return.
	The U.S. large cap equity securities consist of mutual funds and commingled pooled funds that invest in equity securities of U.S. companies with large market capitalizations. These funds seek long-term growth and invest in diversified portfolios across multiple industries. These funds are valued based on information provided by the plan’s investment custodians.
	The U.S. small and mid cap equity securities consist of mutual funds and commingled pooled funds that invest in equity securities of U.S. companies with small to medium market capitalizations. These funds seek higher rates of long-term growth and invest in diversified portfolios across multiple industries. These funds are valued based on information provided by the plan’s investment custodians.
	The international equity securities consist of mutual funds and commingled pooled funds that invest in equity securities of international companies in developed countries. These funds seek long-term growth and invest in diversified portfolios across multiple industries and geographic regions. These funds are valued based on information provided by the plan’s investment custodians.
	The emerging markets equity securities consist of mutual funds and commingled pooled funds that invest in equity securities of international companies in developing countries with emerging economies. These funds seek higher rates of long-term growth and invest in diversified portfolios across multiple industries and geographic regions. These funds are valued based on information provided by the plan’s investment custodians.
	The U.S. debt securities consist of mutual funds and commingled pooled funds that invest in debt securities of U.S. companies. These funds seek lower volatility than equity investments and invest in diversified portfolios across multiple industries and with varying maturity periods. These funds are valued based on information provided by the plan’s investment custodians.
	The international debt securities consist of mutual funds and commingled pooled funds that invest in debt securities of companies outside the U.S. These funds seek lower volatility than international equity investments and invest in diversified portfolios across multiple industries and geographies, as well as with varying maturity periods. These funds are valued based on information provided by the plan’s investment custodians.
	The hedge funds consist of investments in partnerships and other entities that in turn invest in portfolios of underlying securities. The fund manager seeks returns that move in the opposite direction of the securities to which they are hedged. These funds are valued based on information provided by the plan’s investment custodians.
	The financial statements of the funds are audited annually by independent accountants. The value of the underlying investments is determined by the investment manager based on the estimated fair value of the various holdings of the portfolio as reported in the financial statements at net asset value. The preceding methods described may produce a fair value calculation that may not be indicative of the net realizable value or reflective of future fair values. Furthermore, although the plan believes its valuation methods are appropriate and consistent with other market participants, the use of different methodologies or assumptions to determine the fair value of certain financial instruments could result in a different fair value measurement at the reporting date.
	The assets of these plans are invested in various investment securities. There were no significant concentrations of investment risk in plan assets. Investment securities are exposed to various risks such as interest rate, market, and credit risks. Due to the level of risk associated with certain investment securities, it is at least reasonably possible that changes in the values of investment securities will occur in the near term and that such changes could materially affect the amount of the plan assets.
There were no significant transfers between assets in Level 1 and Level 2, except for amounts moved from Level 2 to money market mutual funds for the purpose of making cash disbursements for plan expenses and benefit payments. The Level 1 and Level 2 plan assets above may generally be redeemed with 5 or fewer days’ notice. The Level 3 plan assets above may be redeemed with a minimum of 30 days’ notice and after certain other conditions are met.
The change in fair value of Level 3 plan assets was as follows:
Change in Fair Value of Level 3 Plan Assets		Year Ended December 31,
(Amounts in thousands)		2013				2012
Fair value at beginning of year		$	8,771			$	8,125
Actual return on assets:
Relating to assets still held at end of year		(174		)		646
Relating to assets sold during the year		—				—
Purchases, sales, and settlements		—				—
Transfers in/out of Level 3		—				—
Fair value at end of year		$	8,597			$	8,771
The projected benefit payments for these plans over the next ten years are estimated as follows:
Projected Benefit Payments
(Amounts in thousands)	Estimated
	Benefit
	Payments
2014	$	12,959
2015	9,893
2016	10,464
2017	11,057
2018	11,925
2019 – 2023	70,063
Total estimated benefit payments over next ten years	$	126,361
The Company annually contributes the minimum amounts required by pension funding regulations. From time to time, the Company also makes additional voluntary contributions to these plans in order to increase the funding levels and reduce the amount of required future contributions, as well as to reduce the amount of interest expense recognized on the unfunded liability of these plans. The Company expects to contribute approximately $7.0 million to its funded defined benefit pension plans during 2014.
Unfunded Retirement Plans
The Company sponsors various supplemental non-qualified retirement plans covering certain employees and former employees in the U.S., and additional unfunded retirement plans in France, and Japan. Three of the U.S. based plans were frozen effective January 1, 2007, and employees who were participants in these non-qualified plans on that date ceased accruing additional benefits. New employees are not eligible to participate in these U.S. plans. All retirement benefits accrued up to the time of the freeze were preserved.
The changes in benefit obligations and funded status of these unfunded plans for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012 were as follows:
Unfunded Retirement Plans		Year Ended December 31,
(Amounts in thousands)		2013				2012
Change in Benefit Obligations:
Projected benefit obligations at beginning of year		$	(7,602	)		$	(7,594	)
Service cost		(55		)		(266		)
Interest cost		(234		)		(254		)
Actuarial gains (losses)		106				(168		)
Benefits and plan expenses paid		642				680
Projected benefit obligations at end of year		(7,143		)		(7,602		)
Net unfunded status at end of year		$	(7,143	)		$	(7,602	)
Current liabilities		$	(649	)		$	(654	)
Non-current liabilities		(6,494		)		(6,948		)
Net liability recognized on the Consolidated Balance Sheets		$	(7,143	)		$	(7,602	)
The Company accounts for its retirement plans in accordance with ASC 715. The net obligation is included in accrued expenses and employee benefit obligations on the Consolidated Balance Sheets.
Periodic Benefit Cost and Other Comprehensive Loss
The components of net periodic benefit cost and other comprehensive loss and the weighted average assumptions used in accounting for funded and unfunded pension benefits are as follows:
Pension Benefits		Year Ended December 31,
(Amounts in thousands)		2013				2012				2011
Components of net periodic benefit cost:
Service cost		$	5,214			$	3,937			$	3,433
Interest cost		10,583				10,708				11,166
Expected return on plan assets		(15,414		)		(14,482		)		(13,914		)
Amortization of actuarial losses		7,523				7,232				4,294
Amortization of prior service cost		(2		)		(6		)		(6		)
Total net periodic benefit cost recognized in income statement		$	7,904			$	7,389			$	4,973
Recognized in accumulated other comprehensive loss:
Actuarial (gains) losses		$	(24,489	)		$	8,231			$	37,491
Prior service cost		2				6				6
Total recognized in accumulated other comprehensive loss		$	(24,487	)		$	8,237			$	37,497
Weighted average assumptions:
Discount rate used to determine net periodic benefit cost		4.2		%		4.7		%		5.6		%
Discount rate used to determine year end benefit obligations		4.8		%		4.2		%		4.7		%
Expected return on assets used to determine net periodic benefit cost		7.3		%		7.6		%		7.7		%
Expected rate of compensation increase		3		%		3		%		3		%
Actuarial losses of $5.8 million included in accumulated other comprehensive loss are expected to be recognized as a component of net periodic benefit cost in 2014.
The Company annually evaluates and selects the discount rates to be used for its pension plans. Consideration is given to relevant indices for high quality fixed rate debt securities, as well as comparable rates for high quality corporate bonds with terms comparable to the projected cash flows for the respective plans, as of the measurement date. The expected long-term rate of return on assets was chosen from the range of likely results of compound average annual returns based on the current investment policies. The expected return and volatility for each asset class was based on historical equity, bond, and cash returns over a twenty year time horizon, based on repetitive modeling of outcomes using an extended period of historical actual results. While this approach gives appropriate consideration to recent fund performance and historical returns, the assumption is primarily a long-term, prospective rate.
The Company maintains target allocation percentages among various asset classes based on investment policies established for these plans. The target allocation is designed to achieve long-term objectives of return, while mitigating downside risk and considering timing of expected cash flows. For the U.S. retirement plan, the allocation of pension plan assets totaling $148.6 million and $151.4 million as of December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively, and the current target allocation as of December 31, 2013 are as follows:
		Percentage of Plan Assets
		2013 Target			Actual Allocation as of December 31,
U.S. Plan Asset Allocations		Allocation			2013			2012
Money market mutual funds		2	%		1.5	%		0.5	%
U.S. large cap equity securities		10	%		10.4	%		26.4	%
U.S. small/mid cap equity securities		5	%		5.2	%		3.2	%
International equity securities		6.5	%		6.8	%		15.3	%
Emerging markets equity securities		1	%		1	%		1.6	%
U.S. debt securities		69	%		68.6	%		47.1	%
International debt securities		3	%		3	%		2.1	%
Hedge funds		3.5	%		3.5	%		3.8	%
For the Canadian retirement plan the allocation of pension plan assets totaling $70.7 million and $64.3 million as of December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively, and the current target allocation as of December 31, 2012 are as follows:
		Percentage of Plan Assets
		2013 Target			Actual Allocation as of December 31,
Canada Plan Asset Allocations		Allocation			2013			2012
U.S. large cap equity securities		17	%		17.3	%		17	%
International equity securities		42	%		42.6	%		42.3	%
Emerging markets equity securities		3	%		3	%		2.9	%
International debt securities		38	%		37.1	%		37.8	%
The funded defined benefit pension plan in Europe is invested wholly in guaranteed insurance contracts.
Defined Contribution Plans
The Company also sponsors a 401(k) plan covering substantially all U.S. employees, and matches a portion of employee contributions as well as making an additional contribution to all employees based on years of service and regardless of whether or not the employee contributes to the plan. The Company also sponsors a similar defined contribution plan covering substantially all Canadian employees.
Total expense recognized for these defined contribution plans was as follows:
Defined Contribution Plan Expense		Year Ended December 31,
(Amounts in thousands)		2013				2012				2011
Expense		$	9,091			$	8,653			$	7,422

Contingent_Liabilities

Contingent Liabilities	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Loss Contingency [Abstract]	'
CONTINGENT LIABILITIES	'
	NOTE 13:  COMMITMENTS
	The Company leases office space and equipment under operating leases expiring in one to fourteen years. Most leases include renewal options and some contain purchase options and escalation clauses. Future minimum rental commitments required under operating leases having initial or remaining non-cancelable lease terms in excess of one year as of December 31, 2013, are as follows:
	Future Minimum Operating Lease Commitments
	(Amounts in thousands)	31-Dec-13
	2014	$	8,683
	2015	6,760
	2016	5,507
	2017	5,134
	2018	4,657
	2019 – beyond	19,632
	Total operating lease commitments	$	50,373
	Rentals charged to costs and expenses for continuing operations under cancelable and non-cancelable lease arrangements were as follows:
	Operating Lease Rental Charges		Year Ended December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)		2013			2012			2011
	Rental charges		$	8,683		$	6,076		$	5,101
	See Note 9 for disclosure of capital lease obligations as of December 31, 2013.
	Guarantees and other commercial commitments include the following:
	Guarantees and Other Commercial Commitments	December 31, 2013
	(Amounts in thousands)
	Product warranty reserves	$	1,741
	Letters of credit outstanding	3,248
	Other financial guarantees	3,363
	Total	$	8,352
	In addition to these amounts, the Company also guarantees certain debt of its subsidiaries. See also Note 9.
	Changes in the warranty reserve were as follows:
	Warranty		Year Ended December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)		2013			2012			2011
	Balance at beginning of period		$	1,914		$	1,539		$	616
	Warranty reserve of acquired businesses		—			—			785
	Accrued warranty expense		887			3,215			631
	Payments made (in cash or in-kind)		(1,060		)	(2,840		)	(493		)
	Balance at end of period		$	1,741		$	1,914		$	1,539
	Other financial guarantees arise during the ordinary course of business from relationships with suppliers and customers when we undertake an obligation to guarantee the performance of others if specified triggering events occur. Nonperformance of a contract could trigger an obligation of the Company. In addition, certain guarantees relate to contractual indemnification provisions in connection with transactions involving the purchase or sale of stock or assets. These claims include actions based upon intellectual property, environmental, product liability, and other indemnification matters. The ultimate effect on future financial results is not subject to reasonable estimation because considerable uncertainty exists as to the occurrence or, if triggered, final outcome of these claims. However, while the ultimate liabilities resulting from such claims may be potentially significant to results of operations in the period recognized, management does not anticipate they will have a material adverse effect on the Company’s consolidated financial position or liquidity. See also Note 14.
	NOTE 14:  CONTINGENT LIABILITIES
	The Company reserves for product liability, environmental remediation, and other legal matters as management becomes aware of such matters. A portion of these claims or lawsuits may be covered by insurance policies that generally contain both deductible and coverage limits. Management monitors the progress of each legal matter to ensure that the appropriate reserve for its obligation has been recognized and disclosed in the financial statements. Management also monitors trends in case types to determine if there are any specific issues that relate to the Company that may result in additional future exposure on an aggregate basis. As of December 31, 2013 and 2012, management believes the Company has appropriately recorded and disclosed all material costs for its obligations in regard to known matters. Management believes that the recoverability of the costs of claims from insurance companies will continue in the future. Management periodically assesses these insurance companies to monitor their ability to pay such claims.
	The Company was named a potentially liable person (“PLP”) by the Washington State Department of Ecology (“WDOE”) in connection with the Pasco Sanitary Landfill Site (“Site”). This Site has been monitored by WDOE since 1988. From available records, the Company believes that it sent 26 drums of chromic hydroxide sludge in a non-toxic, trivalent state to the Site. The Company further believes that the Site contains more than 50,000 drums in total and millions of gallons of additional wastes, some potentially highly toxic in nature. Accordingly, based both on volume and on the nature of the waste, the Company believes that it is a de minimis contributor.
	The current on-site monitoring program and required deliverables under various orders are being conducted and funded by certain PLPs, excluding the Company and several other PLPs, under the supervision of WDOE. The Company may or may not be required, in the future, to contribute to the costs of required deliverables or remediation activities. The Company is unable to estimate such costs, or the likelihood of being assessed any portion thereof. The Company incurred no costs during the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012, and 2011 in connection with the remediation efforts at the Site.
	In March 2010, the Company received an offer from Region 9 of the Environmental Protection Agency of the U.S. (the “EPA”) to resolve its potential liability regarding the Operating Industries, Inc. Superfund Site in Monterey Park, California, involving a subsidiary of the former Omark Industries, Inc., which merged with the Company in 1985. The Company submitted its consent to enter into an administrative settlement agreement for the Company’s pro rata share of the site’s clean-up costs as a de minimis participant. Accordingly, the Company recognized a charge of $0.1 million in the first quarter of 2010 in settlement of this matter. In February 2011, the Company received notice from the EPA that the de minimis settlement agreement has been accepted by a sufficient number of parties and payment of $0.1 million was made to the EPA on March 1, 2011. In May 2011 the EPA notified the Company that the administrative order embodying the settlement was in full effect with respect to the Company.
	With respect to certain proceedings involving Carlton, which the Company acquired on May 2, 2008, the Company has determined that in 1989 contamination of soil and groundwater by trichloroethylene (“TCE”) and other volatile organic compounds (“VOCs”) was discovered at Carlton’s facility located in Milwaukie, Oregon (the “Carlton Site”) in connection with the removal of two underground storage tanks. On November 19, 1990, Carlton entered into a Consent Order with the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (“DEQ”), which was amended in 1996, 1997, and 2000, pursuant to which the Company continues to investigate, remediate, and monitor the contamination under the supervision of the DEQ. The Company recognized an initial reserve of $3.4 million at the time of its acquisition of Carlton, representing the estimated costs to remediate this site. Although there can be no assurance that the currently estimated cost and scope of remediation will not change in the future due to the imposition of additional remediation obligations by the DEQ, the detection of additional contamination in the future or other later discovered facts, the Company does not believe that any remediation will have a material adverse effect on its consolidated financial position, operating results or cash flows. In addition, beginning October 2010 and continuing through November 2012, the Company received insurance proceeds to reimburse certain of the expenditures for this remediation effort. The Company does not expect to receive additional insurance proceeds for this matter.
	From time to time, the Company is a defendant in product liability claims or lawsuits, some of which seek significant or unspecified damages involving serious personal injuries, for which there are retentions or deductible amounts under the Company’s insurance policies. Some of these claims and lawsuits arise out of the Company’s duty to indemnify certain purchasers of the Company’s discontinued operations for lawsuits involving products manufactured prior to the sale of certain of these businesses. In addition, from time to time the Company is a party to other claims or lawsuits arising out of the normal course of its business, including claims or lawsuits concerning commercial contracts, employee matters, and intellectual property rights. In some instances the Company has been the plaintiff, and has sought recovery of damages. In other cases, the Company is a defendant against whom damages are sought. While there can be no assurance as to their ultimate outcome, management does not believe these claims or lawsuits will have a material adverse effect on the Company’s consolidated financial position, operating results or cash flows in the future.
	The Company accrues, by a charge to income, an amount representing management’s best estimate of the undiscounted probable loss related to any matter deemed by management and its counsel as a reasonably probable loss contingency in light of all of the then known circumstances. As of December 31, 2013 and December 31, 2012, the Company has recorded liabilities totaling $6.3 million and $6.4 million, respectively, on the Consolidated Balance Sheets for estimated product liability and environmental remediation costs.

Accumulated_Other_Comprehensiv

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss (Notes)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Comprehensive Income Disclosure [Abstract]	'
ACCUMULATED OTHER COMPREHENSIVE LOSS	'
	NOTE 15: ACCUMULATED OTHER COMPREHENSIVE LOSS
	The following table summarizes accumulated other comprehensive loss by component, net of related income tax effects:
	Accumulated Other Comprehensive (Loss) Gain	December 31,			December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)	2013			2012
	Pension and other post-employment benefits	$	(53,009	)	$	(81,983	)
	Unrealized losses on derivative instruments	(2,173		)	(2,514		)
	Foreign currency translation	11,607			9,078
	Total accumulated other comprehensive loss	$	(43,575	)	$	(75,419	)
	The following table summarizes the changes in accumulated other comprehensive loss by component, net of income taxes:
		Year Ended December 31, 2013
	Changes in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss	Pension and other post-employment benefits			Unrealized losses on derivative instruments			Foreign currency translation			Total
	(Amounts in thousands)
	Accumulated other comprehensive (loss) gain at beginning of period	$	(81,983	)	$	(2,514	)	$	9,078		$	(75,419	)
	Gain from plan amendment	7,387			—			—			7,387
	Other comprehensive gain before reclassifications	16,230			9			2,529			18,768
	Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss to Consolidated Statement of Income	5,357			332			—			5,689
	Net current period other comprehensive gain	28,974			341			2,529			31,844
	Accumulated other comprehensive (loss) gain at end of period	$	(53,009	)	$	(2,173	)	$	11,607		$	(43,575	)
	The following table summarizes the reclassifications from accumulated other comprehensive loss on the Consolidated Balance Sheets to the Consolidated Statements of Income:
		Year Ended December 31,									Affected line item in the Consolidated
	Reclassifications From Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss to Income	2013			2012			2011			Statements of Income
	Unrealized losses on derivative instruments:
	Foreign currency hedge gains (losses)	$	(501	)	$	(75	)	$	644		Cost of sales
	Income tax benefit	169			28			(238		)	Provision for income taxes
	Unrealized losses on derivative instruments, net	$	(332	)	$	(47	)	$	406
	Pension and other post-employment benefits amortization:
	Amortization of net actuarial losses	$	(8,456	)	$	(8,573	)	$	(5,137	)	Cost of sales and SG&A
	Amortization of prior service cost	481			6			6			Cost of sales and SG&A
	Income tax benefit	2,618			2,959			1,856			Provision for income taxes
	Pension and other post-employment benefits amortization, net	$	(5,357	)	$	(5,608	)	$	(3,275	)
	Total reclassifications for the period, net	$	(5,689	)	$	(5,655	)	$	(2,869	)
	See Note 11 and Note 12 for discussion of pension and other post-employment benefit plans and Note 20 for discussion of derivative instruments.

Earnings_Per_Share_Data

Earnings Per Share Data	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]	'
EARNINGS PER SHARE DATA	'
	NOTE 16:  EARNINGS PER SHARE DATA
	Shares used in the denominators of the basic and diluted earnings per share computations were as follows:
	Earnings Per Share	Year Ended December 31,
	(Shares in thousands)	2013			2012			2011
	Actual weighted average common shares outstanding	49,478			49,170			48,701
	Dilutive effect of common stock equivalents	644			729			733
	Diluted weighted average common shares outstanding	50,122			49,899			49,434
	Options and SAR excluded from computation as anti-dilutive because they are out-of-the-money	2,414			1,783			1,337
	Unvested restricted stock and restricted stock units (“RSUs”) considered to be participating securities	175			147			124
	Effect that allocation of undistributed earnings to participating securities (unvested RSUs) under the two class method would have on reported earnings per share if such allocation were made:
	Basic earnings per share	$	—		$	(0.01	)	$	—
	Diluted earnings per share	$	(0.01	)	$	—		$	(0.01	)
	No adjustment was required to reported amounts for inclusion in the numerators of the per share computations.

StockBased_Compensation

Stock-Based Compensation	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Share-based Compensation [Abstract]	'
STOCK-BASED COMPENSATION	'
	NOTE 17:  STOCK-BASED COMPENSATION
	The Company accounts for stock-based compensation in accordance with ASC 718. All share-based compensation to employees, directors, and others who perform services for the Company is valued at estimated fair value on the date of grant and expensed over the applicable service period.
	On April 25, 2006, the Company’s stockholders approved the Blount International, Inc. 2006 Equity Incentive Plan (the “2006 Plan”). The 2006 Plan provides for a variety of stock-based award instruments and terms. The maximum number of shares that may be awarded under the 2006 Plan was initially set at 4,236,919, of which 736,919 represented shares that remained unused under the Company’s previous plans that were transferred to the 2006 Plan. The maximum number of incentive stock options that may be issued under the 2006 Plan is 1,750,000. Recently issued stock awards generally vest over a three-year period and remain restricted until the end of the three-year vesting period. Stock options and SARs generally carry a ten-year expiration term.
	Stock Options and SARs. The fair values of options and stock-settled SARs were estimated on their respective grant dates using the Black-Scholes option valuation model. The estimated average life of SARs granted in 2013, 2012, and 2011 was derived from the “simplified” method, meaning one half the term of the instrument plus one additional year. The risk-free interest rate is based on the implied yield available on U.S. Treasury zero-coupon issues with the remaining term equal to the average life. The expected volatility factors used are based on the historical volatility of the Company’s stock. The expected dividend yield is based on historical information and management estimate. The Company generally applies an estimated average forfeiture rate on its broad-based stock awards granted to a diverse population of employees, which reduces the expense recognized. The estimated forfeiture rate is based on the historical forfeiture rate, and is adjusted to the actual forfeiture rate over the vesting period of the stock awards.
	The following assumptions were used to estimate the fair value of SARs granted:
	Assumptions Used for SARs	Year Ended December 31,
		2013				2012				2011
	Estimated average lives	6 years				6 years				6 years
	Risk-free interest rate	1.1		%		1.2		%		2.4		%
	Expected volatility	49.4% - 49.6%				49.3% - 49.6%				48.4% - 49.5%
	Weighted average volatility	49.6		%		49.6		%		47.5		%
	Dividend yield	—		%		—		%		—		%
	Estimated forfeiture rate	2.7		%		3.2		%		5.5		%
	Weighted average exercise price	$	13.83			$	16.68			$	15.1
	Weighted average grant date fair value	$	6.56			$	7.93			$	7.36
	A summary of stock option and stock-settled SARs activity is presented in the following table:
	Outstanding Options and SARs Activity	Year Ended December 31, 2013
		Shares			Weighted				Weighted		Aggregate
		(in  000’s)			Average				Average		Intrinsic
					Exercise				Contractual		Value
					Price				Life		(in 000’s)
									(in years)
	Outstanding options and SARs at beginning of period	3,810			$	13.15
	SARs granted	713			13.83
	Options exercised	(161	)		4.99
	SARs exercised	(60	)		11.72
	Options forfeited or expired	—			—
	SARs forfeited or expired	(102	)		13.47
	Outstanding options and SARs at end of period	4,200			$	13.59			5.5		$	7,132
	Outstanding options at end of period	1,271			$	11.55			4.2		$	4,587
	Outstanding SARs at end of period	2,929			14.47				6.1		2,545
	Options exercisable at end of period	1,271			11.55				4.2		4,587
	SARs exercisable at end of period	1,264			13.64				3.9		2,101
	Restricted Stock Units. RSUs vest ratably each quarter over a three-year period and remain restricted until the end of the vesting period. The number of RSUs granted in 2013, 2012, and 2011 totaled 135 thousand shares, 117 thousand shares, and 112 thousand shares, respectively. The weighted average grant date fair value of the RSUs granted in 2013, 2012, and 2011 was $13.82, $16.68, and $15.13 per share, respectively.
	A summary of RSUs activity is presented in the following table:
	Outstanding RSU Activity	Year Ended December 31, 2013
		Shares			Weighted Average
		(in  000’s)			Grant-Date
					Fair Value
	Outstanding RSUs at January 1, 2013	325			$	14.6
	Granted	135			13.82
	Released from restriction	(106	)		11.83
	Forfeited	(11	)		14.9
	Outstanding RSUs at December 31, 2013	343			$	15.14
	Outstanding RSUs that are vested and remain restricted at end of period	168			15.43
	Stock-based Awards. A summary of stock options, SARs, and RSU information is presented in the following table:
	Stock-Based Awards	Year Ended December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)	2013				2012				2011
	Intrinsic value of options exercised	$	1,387			$	3,522			$	2,655
	Estimated fair value of options and SARs that vested	3,250				3,993				3,747
	Fair value of RSUs released from restriction	1,421				40				611
	Estimated fair value of RSUs that vested	1,454				1,231				1,339
	Stock-based compensation cost recognized in income	5,607				5,592				4,441
	Total tax benefit on stock-based compensation recognized	1,916				1,917				1,560
	Total amount of cash received from exercises	804				1,152				1,041
	Tax (expense) benefit realized from exercises	302				1,187				877
	Cash used to settle equity instruments	10				—				—
	As of December 31, 2013, the total unrecognized stock-based compensation expense related to previously granted awards was $7.3 million. The weighted average period over which this expense is expected to be recognized is 22 months. The Company’s policy upon the exercise of options, RSUs, or SARs has been to issue new shares into the public market as authorized under the stockholder-approved 2006 Equity Incentive Plan.
	Tax Benefits. The Company has elected to use the transition short-cut method to determine its pool of windfall tax benefits in accordance with ASC 718. Tax attributes are determined under the tax law ordering method.

Segment_Information

Segment Information	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Segment Reporting [Abstract]	'
SEGMENT INFORMATION	'
	NOTE 18:  SEGMENT INFORMATION
	The Company identifies operating segments primarily based on organizational structure, reporting structure, and the evaluation of the Chief Operating Decision Maker (Chief Executive Officer). Our organizational structure reflects our view of the end-user market segments we serve, and we currently operate in two primary business segments. The Forestry, Lawn, and Garden or FLAG segment, manufactures and markets cutting chain, guide bars, and drive sprockets for chain saw use, and lawnmower and edger blades for outdoor power equipment. The FLAG segment also purchases branded replacement parts and accessories from other manufacturers and markets them to our FLAG customers through our global sales and distribution network. The FLAG segment represented 68.1% of our consolidated sales for the year ended December 31, 2013.
	The Company’s Farm, Ranch, and Agriculture or FRAG segment manufactures and markets attachments for tractors in a variety of mowing, cutting, clearing, material handling, landscaping and grounds maintenance applications, as well as log splitters, post-hole diggers, self-propelled lawnmowers, attachments for off-highway construction equipment applications, and other general purpose tractor attachments. In addition, the FRAG segment manufactures a variety of attachment cutting blade component parts. The FRAG segment also purchases replacement parts and accessories from other manufacturers and markets to FRAG customers through our sales and distribution network. The FRAG segment represented 28.9% of our consolidated sales for the year ended December 31, 2013.
	The Company also operates a concrete cutting and finishing equipment business that represented 3.0% of consolidated sales for the year ended December 31, 2013, and is reported within the Corporate and Other category. This business manufactures and markets diamond cutting chain and assembles and markets concrete cutting chain saws and accessories for the construction equipment market.
	The Corporate and Other category also includes the costs of providing certain centralized administrative functions, including accounting, banking, our continuous improvement program, credit management, executive management, finance, information systems, insurance, legal, our mergers and acquisitions program, treasury, and other functions. Costs of centrally provided shared services are allocated to business units based on various drivers, such as revenues, purchases, headcount, computer software licenses, and other relevant measures of the use of such services. We also include the facility closure and restructuring costs recognized in 2012 and 2013 within this Corporate and Other category, because we do not consider such events to be ongoing aspects of our business segments’ activities. We also included the cost of terminating a corporate sponsored manufacturing technology project within the Corporate and Other category for the year ended December 31, 2013. The accounting policies of the segments are the same as those described in the summary of significant accounting policies.
	The following table reflects selected financial information by segment and sales by geographic region.
	Segment Information	Year Ended December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)	2013			2012			2011
	Sales:
	FLAG	$	613,105		$	650,480		$	659,883
	FRAG	260,297			250,845			147,475
	Corporate and other	27,193			26,341			24,272
	Total sales	$	900,595		$	927,666		$	831,630
	Operating income (expense):
	FLAG	$	83,215		$	108,255		$	115,597
	FRAG	(18,641		)	(7,495		)	4,474
	Corporate and other	(27,053		)	(21,480		)	(22,118		)
	Total operating income	$	37,521		$	79,280		$	97,953
	Impairment of acquired intangible assets:
	FLAG	$	3,292		$	—		$	—
	FRAG	21,587			—			—
	Corporate and other	—			—			—
	Total impairment of acquired intangible assets	$	24,879		$	—		$	—
	Depreciation and amortization:
	FLAG	$	27,318		$	26,574		$	24,663
	FRAG	17,529			16,341			9,941
	Corporate and other	4,673			2,203			1,203
	Total depreciation and amortization	$	49,520		$	45,118		$	35,807
	Capital expenditures:
	FLAG	$	25,583		$	46,215		$	37,359
	FRAG	2,118			6,717			1,600
	Corporate and other	1,874			158			6
	Total capital expenditures	$	29,575		$	53,090		$	38,965
	Sales by geographic region:
	United States	$	411,373		$	407,967		$	308,593
	Europe	222,487			241,884			229,103
	China	43,103			44,412			45,134
	Brazil	32,750			36,561			33,242
	Canada	28,018			30,232			25,285
	Russian Federation	18,623			26,040			23,375
	All others, individually insignificant	144,241			140,570			166,898
	Total sales	$	900,595		$	927,666		$	831,630
	The geographic sales information is by country of destination. No customer accounted for 10% or more of sales in 2013, 2012, or 2011.
	Balance Sheet Information by Segment	As of December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)	2013			2012
	Total assets:
	FLAG	$	376,728		$	468,121
	FRAG	375,020			374,856
	Corporate and other	64,603			62,314
	Total assets	$	816,351		$	905,291
	Goodwill:
	FLAG	$	64,607		$	66,297
	FRAG	78,061			98,865
	Corporate and other	14			13
	Total goodwill	$	142,682		$	165,175
	Property, plant, and equipment, net:
	United States	$	75,056		$	91,446
	China	45,337			41,610
	Canada	19,980			20,473
	European Union	13,075			12,154
	Brazil	10,320			11,532
	All other	426			487
	Total property, plant, and equipment, net	$	164,194		$	177,702
Property, plant, and equipment is shown net of accumulated depreciation. Each of our segments purchases certain important materials from a limited number of suppliers that meet quality criteria. Although alternative sources of supply are available, the sudden elimination of certain suppliers could result in manufacturing delays, a reduction in product quality, and a possible loss of sales in the near term.
Change in Goodwill                                                                                      (Amounts in thousands)	FLAG			FRAG			Corporate			Total
							and Other
31-Dec-12	$	66,297		$	98,865		$	13		$	165,175
Impairment	(1,912		)	(20,853		)	—			(22,765		)
Effect of changes in foreign currency translation rates	222			49			1			272
31-Dec-13	$	64,607		$	78,061		$	14		$	142,682

Supplemental_Cash_Flow_Informa

Supplemental Cash Flow Information	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Supplemental Cash Flow Information [Abstract]	'
SUPPLEMENTAL CASH FLOW INFORMATION	'
	NOTE 19:  SUPPLEMENTAL CASH FLOW INFORMATION
	Supplemental Cash Flow Information	Year Ended December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)	2013		2012			2011
	Cash paid for:
	Interest	$	18,074	$	16,574		$	16,961
	Income taxes, net	25,317		24,672			24,827
	Non-cash investing and financing activities:
	Acquisition of equipment under capital lease	2,576		—			—
	Property, plant, and equipment payments for items purchased or received in the prior year	97		(1,165		)	1,408
	Debt assumed in connection with the acquisition of PBL	—		—			13,497
	During the years ended December 31, 2013 and December 31, 2011, we collected $3.4 million and $2.6 million, respectively, of cash previously held in escrow from the sale of our Forestry Division in 2007.

Concentration_of_Credit_Risk_a

Concentration of Credit Risk and Fair Value of Financial Instruments	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Concentration of Credit Risk and Fair Value of Financial Instruments [Abstract]	'
CONCENTRATION OF CREDIT RISK AND FAIR VALUE OF FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS	'
	NOTE 20:  CONCENTRATION OF CREDIT RISK AND FAIR VALUE OF FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS
	At December 31, 2013, approximately 45% of accounts receivable were from customers outside the U.S. One customer accounted for 6.5% and 7.3% at December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively, of the total accounts receivable balance. No other customer accounted for more than 3% of accounts receivable at December 31, 2013 or 2012. Accounts receivable are principally from dealers, distributors, mass merchants, chain saw manufacturers, and other OEMs. The majority of accounts receivable are not collateralized.
	The carrying amount of cash and cash equivalents approximates fair value because of the short-term maturity of those instruments. The carrying amount of accounts receivable approximates fair value because the maturity period is short and the Company has reduced the carrying amount to the estimated net realizable value with an allowance for doubtful accounts. The fair value of the senior credit facility principal outstanding is determined by reference to prices of recent transactions for similar debt. Derivative financial instruments are carried on the Consolidated Balance Sheets at fair value, as determined by reference to quoted terms for similar instruments. The carrying amount of other financial instruments approximates fair value because of the short-term maturity periods and variable interest rates associated with the instruments.
	Under U.S. GAAP, the framework for measuring fair value is based on independent observable inputs of market data, see Note 11 for a description of the framework for measuring fair value and Levels 1, 2, and 3.
	The estimated fair values of the senior credit facility loans at December 31, 2013 and 2012 are presented below. See also Note 9.
	Fair Value of Debt	31-Dec-13				31-Dec-12
	(Amounts in thousands)	Carrying Amount		Fair Value Level 2		Carrying		Fair Value Level 2
						Amount
	Senior credit facility debt	$	435,107	$	426,405	$	516,250	$	513,669
	Derivative Financial Instruments and Foreign Currency Hedging. The Company has manufacturing and/or distribution operations in Brazil, Canada, China, Europe, Japan, Mexico, Russia, and the U.S. Foreign currency exchange rate movements create a degree of risk by affecting the U.S. Dollar value of certain balance sheet positions denominated in foreign currencies, and by affecting the translated amounts of revenues and expenses. Additionally, the interest rates available in certain jurisdictions in which the Company holds cash may vary, thereby affecting the return on cash equivalent investments. The Company executes regular cash receipts and payments with its foreign subsidiaries and is exposed to changes in exchange rates from these transactions, which may adversely affect its results of operations and financial position.
	The Company manages a portion of its foreign currency exchange rate exposures with derivative financial instruments. These instruments are designated as cash flow hedges and are recorded on the Consolidated Balance Sheets at fair value. The Company’s objective in executing these hedging instruments is to minimize earnings volatility resulting from conversion and re-measurement of foreign currency denominated transactions. The effective portion of the gains or losses on these contracts due to changes in fair value is initially recorded as a component of accumulated other comprehensive loss and is subsequently reclassified into net earnings when the contracts mature and the Company settles the hedged payment. The classification of effective hedge results is the same in the Consolidated Statements of Income as that of the underlying exposure. These contracts are highly effective in hedging the variability in future cash flows attributable to changes in currency exchange rates.
	The cumulative unrealized pre-tax loss on these derivative contracts included in accumulated other comprehensive loss on the Consolidated Balance Sheets was $0.6 million as of December 31, 2013 and $28 thousand as of December 31, 2012. The unrealized pre-tax loss included in accumulated other comprehensive loss is expected to be recognized in the Consolidated Statement of Income during the next twelve months. See Note 15 for amounts recognized in the Consolidated Statements of Income at the maturity of these foreign currency derivative contracts.
	Gains and losses on these foreign currency derivative financial instruments are offset in net earnings by the effects of currency exchange rate changes on the underlying transactions. Through December 31, 2013, the Company has not recognized in earnings any amount from these contracts due to hedging ineffectiveness. The aggregate notional amount of these foreign currency contracts outstanding was $40.0 million at December 31, 2013 and $45.5 million at December 31, 2012.
	Derivative Financial Instruments and Interest Rates. The senior credit facility agreement currently includes a requirement to cover 35% of the outstanding principal on our term loan with fixed or capped interest rates. We executed an interest rate cap agreement covering an initial notional amount of $103.7 million of term loan principal outstanding that capped the maximum interest rate at 7.50% and matured on June 1, 2013. We also entered into a series of interest rate swap contracts whereby the interest rate we pay will be fixed between 3.30% and 4.20% on $130.0 million of term loan principal for the period of June 2013 through varying maturity dates between December 2014 and August 2016. These interest rate swap and cap agreements are designated as cash flow hedges and are recorded on the Consolidated Balance Sheets at fair value. During 2013, the Company recognized $1.0 million of incremental interest expense related to these interest rate swap contracts. Through December 31, 2013, the Company has not recognized in earnings any amount from these contracts due to hedging ineffectiveness.

Business_and_Summary_of_Signif1

Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Policies)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Accounting Policies [Abstract]	'
Business	'
	Business. The Company is a global manufacturer and marketer of equipment, accessories, and replacement parts sold to consumers and professionals in select end-markets, including the forestry, lawn and garden; farm, ranch, and agriculture; and construction sectors. The Company manufactures and markets branded products, serving professional loggers, arborists, construction workers, homeowners, equipment dealers, landscapers, farmers, rural land owners, and OEMs. The Company’s manufactured products include cutting chain, guide bars, and sprockets for chain saw use, lawnmower and edger blades, grass and crop cutting equipment, electric and gas-powered log splitters, tractor attachments, riding lawnmowers, and concrete cutting and finishing equipment. The Company maintains manufacturing facilities in the U.S., Brazil, Canada, China, and France. The Company also operated a small manufacturing facility in Mexico which was closed in January 2014 (see Note 3). We also market and distribute other products and accessories closely aligned with the products that we manufacture, including cutting line and spools for line trimmers, safety equipment and clothing, small engine replacement parts, small tractor linkage parts and attachments, and other accessories used in the market sectors we serve. Many of the products we manufacture are sold to OEMs for use on new chain saws and landscaping equipment, or for private branding purposes, using the OEMs’ brands. See additional information about our business in Item 1, Business, included elsewhere in this report.
Basis of Presentation	'
	Basis of Presentation. The Consolidated Financial Statements include the accounts of the Company and its subsidiaries and are prepared in conformity with U.S. GAAP. All significant intercompany balances and transactions have been eliminated.
Foreign Currency	'
	Foreign Currency. For foreign subsidiaries whose operations are principally conducted in U.S. Dollars, monetary assets and liabilities are translated into U.S. Dollars at the current exchange rate, while other assets (principally property, plant, and equipment and inventories) are generally translated at historic exchange rates. Sales and other costs and expenses are translated at the average exchange rate for the period and the resulting foreign exchange adjustments are recognized in income. Assets and liabilities of the remaining foreign operations are translated to U.S. Dollars at the current exchange rate and their statements of income are translated at the average exchange rate for the period. Gains and losses resulting from translation of the assets and liabilities of these operations are reflected as “other comprehensive income (loss)” in stockholders’ equity and in the Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income. Foreign currency transaction gains and losses from settling transactions denominated in currencies other than the U.S. Dollar are recognized in the Consolidated Statements of Income when realized.
Use of Estimates	'
	Use of Estimates. The preparation of financial statements in conformity with U.S. GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities and the components of equity, and the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities as of the dates of the financial statements, as well as the reported amounts of revenues and expenses recognized during the reporting periods. Estimates are used when accounting for the allowance for doubtful accounts, inventory obsolescence, goodwill and other long-lived assets, product warranties, casualty insurance costs, product liability reserves and related expenses, environmental remediation costs, other legal proceedings, employee benefit plans, income taxes and deferred tax assets and liabilities, contingencies, and sales returns and allowances. Management is continually evaluating and updating these estimates and it is reasonably possible that these estimates will change in the future.
Cash and Cash Equivalents	'
	Cash and Cash Equivalents. All highly liquid temporary cash investments with maturities of 90 days or less at the date of investment that are readily convertible to known amounts of cash and present minimal risk of changes in value because of changes in interest rates are considered to be cash equivalents.
Allowance for Doubtful Accounts	'
	Allowance for Doubtful Accounts. The Company estimates the amount of accounts receivable that may not be collectible and records an allowance for doubtful accounts which is presented net with accounts receivable on the Consolidated Balance Sheets. As of December 31, 2013 and 2012, the allowance for doubtful accounts was $3.1 million. It is reasonably possible that actual collection experience may differ significantly from management’s estimate.
Inventories	'
	Inventories. Inventories are recorded at the lower of cost or market. The Company determines the cost of most raw materials, work in process, and finished goods inventories by standard cost, which approximates cost determined on the first in, first out (“FIFO”) method. The Company writes down its inventories for estimated obsolete or unmarketable inventory equal to the difference between the cost of inventory and the estimated market value based upon assumptions about future demand and market conditions.
Property, Plant, and Equipment	'
	Property, Plant, and Equipment. Property, plant, and equipment is stated at cost and is depreciated under the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the individual assets. The principal ranges of estimated useful lives for depreciation purposes are as follows:
	Asset Category			Useful Life
	Buildings and building improvements			10 to 40 years
	Machinery and equipment			3 to 10 years
	Furniture, fixtures, and office equipment			3 to 10 years
	Transportation equipment			3 to 15 years
	Gains or losses on disposal are reflected in income. Property, plant, and equipment under capital lease is capitalized, with the related obligations stated at the principal portion of future lease payments. Interest cost incurred during the period of construction of plant and equipment is capitalized. Capitalized interest was $0.2 million in 2013, $0.5 million in 2012, and $0.2 million in 2011.
Goodwill and other Intangible Assets with Indefinite Useful Lives	'
	Goodwill. In accordance with ASC 350, the Company performs an annual impairment test on goodwill in the fourth quarter of each fiscal year, or when events occur or circumstances change that indicate it is more likely than not that the fair value of a reporting unit is below its carrying value. The impairment tests are performed in a multi-step process, beginning with a review of qualitative factors and business and market conditions to consider whether or not impairment may be indicated. If the possibility of impairment is indicated, further analysis is performed by estimating the fair values of the goodwill reporting units using a discounted projected cash flow method. This method requires that we estimate the future cash flows of the reporting unit and the weighted average cost of capital and discount rate. We believe the discounted projected cash flow method is an appropriate valuation technique because these are established businesses with reasonably predictable future cash flows and because it has been our experience that this technique is generally used when valuing businesses in our industry.
	For each goodwill reporting unit evaluated for impairment with a discounted cash flows model, we compare the estimated fair value to the carrying value of net assets. If the carrying amount of any reporting unit’s net assets exceeds the implied fair value of that reporting unit, then impairment of the reporting unit's goodwill is indicated. If impairment of goodwill is indicated for a reporting unit, then a fair value analysis of that reporting unit's assets and liabilities, as of the measurement date, is prepared to determine the amount of impairment loss to be recognized on that reporting unit's goodwill. In the fourth quarter of 2013, we recognized pre-tax, non-cash impairment charges of $19.6 million on SpeeCo's goodwill, and $3.2 million on PBL's goodwill. Following these impairment charges, PBL no longer has any recorded goodwill. These goodwill impairment charges reflect reduced short-term expectations of sales, profitability, and cash flows at both SpeeCo and PBL, compared with assumptions used when the original acquisition accounting was prepared. The reduced short-term expectations for these business units reflect actual performance in the fourth quarter of 2013, which was below management expectations, the 2014 operating plans of both businesses developed in the fourth quarter of 2013, and the results of the Company's strategic planning process completed in the fourth quarter of 2013. Accounting for goodwill under U.S. GAAP requires that these non-cash impairment charges be recognized at this time, based on short-term expectations and assumptions. No impairment charges have previously been recognized on the Company's goodwill.
	Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets Other than Goodwill. In accordance with ASC 350, the Company performs annual impairment tests on indefinite-lived intangible assets other than goodwill, consisting of trade names and trademarks, in the fourth quarter of each fiscal year, or when events occur or circumstances change that indicate that it is more likely than not that these assets may be impaired. The impairment tests are performed in a multi-step process, beginning with a review of qualitative factors and business and market conditions to consider whether or not impairment may be indicated. If the possibility of impairment is indicated, further analysis is performed by estimating the fair values of the indefinite-lived intangible assets using a discounted projected cash flow model. In measuring the fair value for these intangible assets, we utilize the relief-from-royalty method. This method assumes that trade names and trademarks have value to the extent that their owner is relieved of the obligation to pay royalties for the benefits received from them. This method requires us to estimate the future revenue for the related brands, the appropriate royalty rate, and the weighted average cost of capital and discount rate. We believe the discounted cash flow model based on the relief of royalty method is an appropriate valuation technique because it has been our experience that this technique is generally used when valuing such assets. In addition, each reporting period the Company evaluates whether there have been any changes in events or circumstances that would indicate that the indefinite life is not appropriate.
	In the fourth quarter of 2013, we recognized pre-tax, non-cash impairment charges of $0.7 million on the SpeeCo trade name intangible asset and $1.4 million on the Carlton trade name intangible asset. These impairment charges reflect reduced short-term expectations of sales of products under these trade names, compared with assumptions used when the original acquisition accounting was prepared. The reduced short-term expectations for these trade names reflect actual performance in 2013, which was below management expectations, the 2014 operating plans developed in the fourth quarter of 2013, and the results of the Company's strategic planning process completed in the fourth quarter of 2013. Accounting for indefinite-lived intangible assets other than goodwill under U.S. GAAP requires that these non-cash impairment charges be recognized at this time, based on short-term expectations and assumptions. No impairment charges have previously been recognized on these assets.
Definite-Lived Intangible Assets	'
	Definite-Lived Intangible Assets. In accordance with ASC 350-30-35-9, the Company evaluates the remaining useful lives of intangible assets being amortized each reporting period to determine whether events and circumstances warrant a revision to the remaining period of amortization. During 2013, two indefinite-lived intangible assets totaling $0.5 million in carrying value were switched to five year remaining useful lives based on this evaluation. Prior to converting these two indefinite-lived intangible assets to definite-lived intangible assets, they were tested for impairment and no impairment was indicated for either asset. No other changes to remaining useful lives of definite-lived intangible assets were made.
Impairment of Long-Lived Assets	'
	Impairment of Long-Lived Assets. The Company evaluates the carrying value of long-lived assets to be held and used, including finite-lived intangible assets, whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying value may not be recoverable. The carrying value of a long-lived asset is considered impaired when the total projected undiscounted cash flows from such asset are separately identifiable and are less than its carrying value. In that event, a loss is recognized based on the amount by which the carrying value exceeds the fair value of the long-lived asset. Fair value is determined primarily using the projected cash flows from the asset or asset group. Losses on long-lived assets to be disposed of are determined in a similar manner, except that fair values are reduced for disposal costs. No impairment charges on definite-lived intangible assets were recognized in 2013, 2012, or 2011. An impairment charge of $2.5 million was recognized on property, plant, and equipment in the third quarter of 2013 in conjunction with the consolidation of two manufacturing facilities in Portland, Oregon. This impairment loss was determined by comparing the recorded value of the related assets with the projected undiscounted cash flows expected to be realized on the asset group. See Note 5 for further discussion on our assets held for sale.
Deferred Financing Costs	'
	Deferred Financing Costs. The Company capitalizes costs incurred in connection with borrowings or establishment of credit facilities. These costs are amortized as an adjustment to interest expense over the life of the borrowing or life of the credit facility using the straight line method, which approximates the effective interest rate method. In the case of early debt principal repayments, the Company adjusts the value of the corresponding deferred financing costs with a charge to other expense, and similarly adjusts the future amortization expense.
Income Taxes	'
	Income Taxes. In accordance with ASC 740, deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized for the future tax consequences attributable to differences between the financial statement carrying amounts of assets and liabilities and their respective tax bases. Included in recorded tax liabilities are estimated amounts related to uncertain tax positions. Actual tax liabilities may differ materially from these estimates. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using enacted tax laws and rates expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which those temporary differences are expected to be recovered or settled. The effect on deferred tax assets and liabilities of a change in tax laws or rates is recognized in income in the period that includes the enactment date. Valuation allowances are established when necessary to reduce deferred tax assets to the amounts expected to be realized. The Company recognizes interest and penalties related to uncertain tax positions as income tax expense.
Product Liability	'
	Product Liability. The Company monitors claims that relate to the alleged malfunction or defects of its products that may result in an injury to the equipment operator or others. The Company records an accrued liability and charge to cost of sales for its estimated obligation as claims are incurred and evaluated. The accrual may increase or decrease as additional information regarding claims develops.
Environmental Remediation Liabilities	'
	Environmental Remediation Liabilities. The Company is conducting several testing, monitoring, and in some cases, remediation efforts regarding environmental matters at certain of its current and former operating sites. In addition, from time to time, regulatory bodies and third parties have asserted claims to the Company alleging responsibility for environmental remediation. The Company records an accrued liability and charge to expense for its estimated cost of environmental remediation as situations are evaluated. The accrual may increase or decrease as new information is received, regulatory changes are enacted, or changes in estimate are developed.
Insurance Accruals	'
	Insurance Accruals. It is the Company’s policy to retain a portion of expected losses related to general and product liability, workers’ compensation, and vehicle liability losses through retentions or deductibles under its risk management and insurance programs. Provisions for losses expected under these programs are recorded based on estimates of the ultimate undiscounted aggregate liabilities for claims incurred.
Warranty	'
	Warranty. The Company offers certain product warranties with the sale of its products. An estimate of warranty costs is recognized at the time the related revenue is recognized and the warranty obligation is recorded as a charge to cost of sales and as a liability on the balance sheet. Warranty cost is estimated using historical customer claims, supplier performance, and new product performance.
Derivative Financial Instruments	'
	Derivative Financial Instruments. The Company accounts for derivative financial instruments in accordance with ASC 815. The Company’s earnings and cash flows are subject to fluctuations due to changes in foreign currency exchange rates, interest rates, and commodity prices. The Company’s risk management policy allows for the use of derivative financial instruments to manage foreign currency exchange rate, interest rate, and commodity price exposures. The policy specifies that derivatives are not to be used for speculative or trading purposes and formally designates the financial instruments used as a hedge of a specific underlying exposure or forecasted transaction. The Company formally assesses, both at inception and at least quarterly thereafter, using the hypothetical derivative method, whether the derivatives used qualify for hedge accounting and are effective at offsetting the related underlying exposure. All derivatives are recognized on the Consolidated Balance Sheets at their fair value. As of December 31, 2013 and 2012, derivatives consisted of foreign currency hedge instruments and interest rate swap agreements, and as of December 31, 2012 an interest rate cap agreement, all of which are designated as cash flow hedges. The effective portion of changes in the fair value of hedging derivative instruments is recognized in other comprehensive income (loss) until the instrument is settled, at which time the gain or loss is recognized in current earnings. Any ineffective portion of changes in the fair value of hedging derivative instruments, should it occur, would be recognized immediately in earnings. See further information in Note 20.
Revenue Recognition	'
	Revenue Recognition. The Company recognizes revenue when persuasive evidence that a sales arrangement exists, title and risk of loss have passed to the customer, the price to the customer is fixed or determinable, and collectability is reasonably assured, which has historically been upon the date of shipment of product for the majority of the Company’s sales transactions. There are a small number of shipments with FOB destination or similar shipping terms, for which revenue is not recognized until delivery has occurred.
Shipping and Handling Costs	'
	Shipping and Handling Costs. The Company incurs expenses for the shipment of goods to customers. These expenses are recognized in the period in which they occur and are classified as revenue if billed to the customer and as cost of sales if incurred by the Company in accordance with ASC 605-45
Sales Incentives	'
	Sales Incentives. The Company provides various sales incentives to customers in the form of coupons, rebates, discounts, free product, and advertising allowances. The estimated cost of such expenses is recorded at the time of revenue recognition. In accordance with ASC 605-50, sales allowances are recorded as a reduction to revenue, free product is recorded as cost of sales, and cooperative advertising allowances are recorded as SG&A.
Advertising	'
	Advertising. Advertising costs are expensed as incurred, except for cooperative advertising allowances, which are accrued over the period the revenues are recognized. Advertising costs were $9.0 million, $12.5 million, and $12.8 million for 2013, 2012, and 2011, respectively.
Research and Development	'
	Research and Development. Expenditures for research and development are expensed as incurred and include costs of direct labor, indirect labor, materials, overhead, and outside services. These costs were $15.2 million, $16.0 million, and $17.8 million for 2013, 2012, and 2011, respectively.
Reclassifications	'
	Reclassifications. Certain amounts in the prior period financial statements and footnotes have been reclassified to conform to the current period presentation.
	In the Consolidated Balance Sheet as of December 31, 2012, the non-current portion of the Company's hedging liability was reclassified from a current liability to a long-term liability. Certain accrued payroll-related amounts were also reclassified from accounts payable to accrued expenses. The Company assessed the impact of the classification errors on the 2012 Consolidated Balance Sheet as filed with the SEC and determined that the errors are not material. The effects of these prior year reclassifications are presented in the following table.
	Balance Sheet Reclassifications				Reclassifications
	As of December 31, 2012	As Reported			Non-Current Hedging Liability			Accrued Payroll			Revised			%
	(Amounts in thousands)
	Accounts payable	$	54,295		$	—		$	(2,052	)	$	52,243		-3.80%
	Accrued expenses	71,473			(3,148		)	2,052			70,377			-1.50%
	Total current liabilities	141,132			(3,148		)	—			137,984			-2.20%
	Other liabilities	17,405			3,148			—			20,553			18.10%
	Total liabilities	793,809			—			—			793,809			—%
	In the Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the years ended December 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011, the Company concluded that purchases of property, plant, and equipment should be adjusted for amounts not yet paid in cash as of the balance sheet dates. The Company assessed the impact of these classification errors on the Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the years ended December 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011 as filed with the SEC and determined that the errors are not material. In addition, in the Consolidated Statement of Cash Flow for the year ended December 31, 2011, the Company concluded that amounts collected which were previously held in escrow from the sale of our Forestry Division in 2007 should be reported as cash flow from investing activities. The Company assessed the impact of the classification error on the Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the years ended December 31, 2011 as filed with the SEC and has determined that the error is not material. The effects of these prior year reclassifications are presented in the following table.
	Cash Flow Reclassifications:				Reclassifications
	For the Year Ended December 31, 2012	As Reported			Non-Cash Purchases of PP&E			Collection from Escrow of Disposition Proceeds			Revised			%
	(Amounts in thousands)
	Net cash provided by operating activities	$	51,271		$	1,165		$	—		$	52,436		2.30%
	Net cash used in investing activities	(51,727		)	(1,165		)	—			(52,892		)	2.30%
	Net cash used in financing activities	(12,514		)	—			—			(12,514		)	—%
	Effect of exchange rates	1,119			—			—			1,119			—%
	Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents	(11,851		)	—			—			(11,851		)	—%
	For the Year Ended December 31, 2011	As Reported			Non-Cash Purchases of PP&E			Collection from Escrow of Disposition Proceeds			Revised			%
	Net cash provided by operating activities	$	77,733		$	(1,408	)	$	(2,620	)	$	73,705		-5.20%
	Net cash used in investing activities	(256,768		)	1,408			2,620			(252,740		)	-1.60%
	Net cash provided by financing activities	161,779			—			—			161,779			—%
	Effect of exchange rates	(1,334		)	—			—			(1,334		)	—%
	Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents	(18,590		)	—			—			(18,590		)	—%
	In the accompanying notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements, prior period reclassifications were made to reclassify one pension plan from the funded pension plan category to the unfunded supplemental non-qualified retirement plan category within Note 11, Retirement Plans. In addition, a Belgium based pension plan asset was reclassified from a level 2 asset to a level 3 asset. Defined contribution expense was updated for the year ended December 31, 2012. The presentation of property, plant, and equipment in Note 5 was also revised for the year ended December 31, 2012 to correct the prior period classification of certain line items. These changes to the accompanying notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements deal with detailed disclosures within the notes and have no impact to the reported Consolidated Financial Statements.
Recent Accounting Pronouncements	'
	Recent Accounting Pronouncements. In December 2011, the Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") issued new guidance on offsetting assets and liabilities. For derivatives and financial assets and liabilities, the new guidance requires disclosure of gross asset and liability amounts for any amounts offset on the balance sheet, and amounts subject to the offsetting requirements but not offset on the balance sheet. The new guidance was effective on January 1, 2013 and as of December 31, 2013 there were no offsetting amounts netted in our assets and liabilities. The Company also does not have any cash collateral received or due under any financial instrument agreement within the scope of this new guidance.
	In July 2012, the FASB issued revised guidance on how an entity tests indefinite-lived intangible assets for impairment. Under the revised guidance, an entity is no longer required to calculate the fair value of the indefinite-lived intangible assets and perform the quantitative impairment test unless the entity determines, based on a qualitative assessment, that it is more likely than not that the fair value of an indefinite-lived intangible asset is less than its carrying amount. This revised guidance was effective on January 1, 2013.
	In February 2013, the FASB issued new guidance on the presentation of amounts reclassified out of accumulated other comprehensive income or loss. This guidance does not change the current requirements for reporting net income or other comprehensive income in financial statements. The new guidance requires an entity to present, either in a single note or parenthetically on the face of the financial statements, significant amounts reclassified from each component of accumulated other comprehensive income or loss and the income statement line items affected by the reclassification. This revised guidance was effective on January 1, 2013. See Note 15 for this additional disclosure.

Acquisitions_Tables

Acquisitions (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013							Dec. 31, 2011										Dec. 31, 2010	Jul. 31, 2011			Aug. 31, 2011
																		KOX [Member]	PBL			Woods/TISCO [Member]
Business Acquisition [Line Items]	'							'										'	'			'
Schedule of pre-acquisition operating results	'							'										'	'			'
																		.	PBL’s pre-acquisition operating results (unaudited) for the twelve months preceding the acquisition date are summarized below.			Woods/TISCO’s pre-acquisition operating results (unaudited) for the twelve months preceding the acquisition date are summarized below.
																			PBL Pre-Acquisition Operating Results (Unaudited)			Woods/TISCO Pre-Acquisition Operating Results (Unaudited)
																			(Amounts in thousands)	Twelve Months		(Amounts in thousands)	Twelve Months Ended
																				Ended July 31, 2011			August 31, 2011
																			Sales	$	33,162	Sales	$	164,810
																			Operating income	1,804		Operating income	17,870
																			Depreciation and amortization	2,857		Depreciation and amortization	2,549
Summary of Purchase Price Allocations	'							'										'	'			'
	We allocated the purchase price for each acquisition to the following assets and liabilities based on their estimated fair values.
	Purchase Price Allocations                                                           (Amounts in thousands)	Woods/TISCO		PBL		KOX
	Cash	$	230	$	1,275	$	5,126
	Accounts receivable	34,784		5,109		3,365
	Inventories	38,512		9,729		8,879
	Current intangible assets subject to amortization	—		157		—
	Current deferred tax assets	3,716		608		—
	Other current assets	3,057		1,162		268
	Property, plant, and equipment	19,259		13,041		383
	Non-current deferred tax assets	1,943		378		—
	Non-current intangible assets subject to amortization	52,400		5,612		4,594
	Non-current intangible assets not subject to amortization	44,330		470		5,241
	Goodwill	54,846		3,301		3,709
	Other non-current assets	3,474		—		—
	Total assets acquired	256,551		40,842		31,565
	Current liabilities	19,319		11,065		4,793
	Long-term debt	—		13,304		—
	Non-current deferred income tax liability	41,510		609		2,836
	Other non-current liabilities	5,220		1,620		—
	Total liabilities assumed	66,049		26,598		7,629
	Acquisition price	$	190,502	$	14,244	$	23,936
	Goodwill deductible for income tax purposes	$	9,255	$	—	$	—
Schedule of operating results of acquisitions included in Consolidated Statements of Income	'							'										'	'			'
								The 2011 post-acquisition results, excluding the post-acquisition allocation of the cost of certain shared services and corporate support functions, are summarized in the following table.
								Post-Acquisition Operating Results	Year Ended December 31, 2011
								(Amounts in thousands)	KOX			PBL			Woods/TISCO
								External net sales	$	30,915		$	9,679		$	55,464
								Intercompany sales to acquired business	(9,276		)	—			(348		)
								Incremental net sales included in Consolidated Income Statement	21,639			9,679			55,116
								Incremental income (loss) before income taxes	(2,864		)	(2,727		)	1,258
								Acquisition accounting effects	2,152			1,734			4,913
Summary of acquisition accounting effects charged or expected to be charged to cost of sales	'							'										'	'			'
	he following table summarizes the acquisition accounting effects charged to cost of sales for the years indicated:
	Acquisition Accounting Effects	Year Ended December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)	2013		2012		2011
	KOX	$	696	$	1,016	$	2,152
	PBL	432		2,028		1,734
	Woods/TISCO	8,357		7,013		4,913
	Prior acquisitions	5,268		5,941		7,080
	Total acquisition accounting effects	$	14,753	$	15,998	$	15,879
Schedule of Pro Forma Results of Acquisitions	'							'										'	'			'
								The unaudited pro forma results include the historical results of each acquired business, pro forma elimination of sales from Blount to each acquired business, if any, pro forma acquisition accounting effects, pro forma interest expense effects of additional borrowings to fund each transaction, pro forma interest effects from reduced cash and cash equivalents following use of cash to fund each transaction, and the related pro forma income tax effects.
								Unaudited Pro Forma Results	Twelve Months Ended
									December 31, 2011
								(Amounts in thousands, except per share data)	As Reported			Pro Forma
								Sales	$	831,630		$	975,455
								Net income	49,682			58,192
								Basic income per share	$	1.02		$	1.19
								Diluted income per share	$	1.01		$	1.18

Business_and_Summary_of_Signif2

Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Accounting Policies [Abstract]	'
Schedule of cash flow reclassifications	'
	In the Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the years ended December 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011, the Company concluded that purchases of property, plant, and equipment should be adjusted for amounts not yet paid in cash as of the balance sheet dates. The Company assessed the impact of these classification errors on the Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the years ended December 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011 as filed with the SEC and determined that the errors are not material. In addition, in the Consolidated Statement of Cash Flow for the year ended December 31, 2011, the Company concluded that amounts collected which were previously held in escrow from the sale of our Forestry Division in 2007 should be reported as cash flow from investing activities. The Company assessed the impact of the classification error on the Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the years ended December 31, 2011 as filed with the SEC and has determined that the error is not material. The effects of these prior year reclassifications are presented in the following table.
	Cash Flow Reclassifications:				Reclassifications
	For the Year Ended December 31, 2012	As Reported			Non-Cash Purchases of PP&E			Collection from Escrow of Disposition Proceeds			Revised			%
	(Amounts in thousands)
	Net cash provided by operating activities	$	51,271		$	1,165		$	—		$	52,436		2.30%
	Net cash used in investing activities	(51,727		)	(1,165		)	—			(52,892		)	2.30%
	Net cash used in financing activities	(12,514		)	—			—			(12,514		)	—%
	Effect of exchange rates	1,119			—			—			1,119			—%
	Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents	(11,851		)	—			—			(11,851		)	—%
	For the Year Ended December 31, 2011	As Reported			Non-Cash Purchases of PP&E			Collection from Escrow of Disposition Proceeds			Revised			%
	Net cash provided by operating activities	$	77,733		$	(1,408	)	$	(2,620	)	$	73,705		-5.20%
	Net cash used in investing activities	(256,768		)	1,408			2,620			(252,740		)	-1.60%
	Net cash provided by financing activities	161,779			—			—			161,779			—%
	Effect of exchange rates	(1,334		)	—			—			(1,334		)	—%
	Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents	(18,590		)	—			—			(18,590		)	—%
Summary of estimated useful lives of property, plant, and equipment	'
	The principal ranges of estimated useful lives for depreciation purposes are as follows:
	Asset Category			Useful Life
	Buildings and building improvements			10 to 40 years
	Machinery and equipment			3 to 10 years
	Furniture, fixtures, and office equipment			3 to 10 years
	Transportation equipment			3 to 15 years
Schedule of balance sheet reclassifications	'
	In the Consolidated Balance Sheet as of December 31, 2012, the non-current portion of the Company's hedging liability was reclassified from a current liability to a long-term liability. Certain accrued payroll-related amounts were also reclassified from accounts payable to accrued expenses. The Company assessed the impact of the classification errors on the 2012 Consolidated Balance Sheet as filed with the SEC and determined that the errors are not material. The effects of these prior year reclassifications are presented in the following table.
	Balance Sheet Reclassifications				Reclassifications
	As of December 31, 2012	As Reported			Non-Current Hedging Liability			Accrued Payroll			Revised			%
	(Amounts in thousands)
	Accounts payable	$	54,295		$	—		$	(2,052	)	$	52,243		-3.80%
	Accrued expenses	71,473			(3,148		)	2,052			70,377			-1.50%
	Total current liabilities	141,132			(3,148		)	—			137,984			-2.20%
	Other liabilities	17,405			3,148			—			20,553			18.10%
	Total liabilities	793,809			—			—			793,809			—%

Inventories_Tables

Inventories (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Inventory, Net [Abstract]	'
Components of inventories	'
	Inventories consisted of the following:
	Inventories	December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)	2013		2012
	Raw materials and supplies	$	21,476	$	22,815
	Work in progress	19,400		19,388
	Finished goods	116,079		132,613
	Total inventories	$	156,955	$	174,816

Property_Plant_and_Equipment_N1

Property Plant and Equipment Net (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]	'
Schedule of property, plant, and equipment	'
	Property, plant, and equipment, net consisted of the following:
	Property, Plant, and Equipment	December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)	2013			2012
	Land	$	6,371		$	9,075
	Buildings and improvements	73,315			82,191
	Machinery and equipment	289,587			265,691
	Furniture, fixtures, and office equipment	43,702			42,589
	Transportation equipment	1,076			1,126
	Construction or equipment acquisitions in progress	19,308			22,927
	Accumulated depreciation and amortization	(269,165		)	(245,897		)
	Total property, plant, and equipment, net	$	164,194		$	177,702
	In August 2013, the Company announced that its two manufacturing facilities in Portland, Oregon would be consolidated into one location to further improve efficiencies. See Note 3 for discussion of facility closure and restructuring costs. As a result, we reclassified land and building from property, plant, and equipment, net to assets held for sale in our Consolidated Balance Sheet as of December 31, 2013. We also recognized a $2.0 million non-cash impairment charge in the third quarter of 2013 on the land and building to adjust the carrying value to estimated net realizable value of $7.7 million.

Deferred_Financing_Costs_Table

Deferred Financing Costs (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Deferred Finance Costs [Abstract]	'
Deferred financing costs and related amortization expense	'
	The following activity occurred during the years indicated:
	Deferred Financing Costs		Year Ended December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)		2013			2012
	Beginning balance		$	5,495		$	5,716
	Financing costs deferred		1,496			1,115
	Amortization		(1,796		)	(1,336		)
	Ending balance		$	5,195		$	5,495
Scheduled amortization, assuming no further cost deferrals or prepayments of principal	'
	Amortization expense, assuming no further cost deferrals or prepayments of principal, is expected to be as follows:
	Deferred Financing Costs Amortization
	(Amounts in thousands)	Expected Annual
		Amortization
	2014	$	1,948
	2015	1,948
	2016	1,299
	Total scheduled amortization	$	5,195

Intangible_Assets_Tables

Intangible Assets (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Summary of intangible assets	'
	The following table summarizes intangible assets:
				31-Dec-13								31-Dec-12
	Intangible Assets	Life		Gross				Accumulated				Gross		Accumulated
	(Amounts in thousands)	In Years		Carrying Amount				Amortization				Carrying Amount		Amortization
	Goodwill	Indefinite		$	142,682			$	—			$	165,175	$	—
	Trademarks and trade names	Indefinite		58,814				—				61,251		—
	Total with indefinite lives			201,496				—				226,426		—
	Covenants not to compete	4-Feb		1,112				1,064				1,112		985
	Patents	13-Nov		5,320				1,988				5,320		1,554
	Manufacturing technology	1		2,639				2,639				2,563		2,563
	Trademarks and trade names	5		549				18				—		—
	Customer relationships, including backlog	19-Oct		107,633				43,217				107,333		29,316
	Total with finite lives			117,253				48,926				116,328		34,418
	Total intangible assets			$	318,749			$	48,926			$	342,754	$	34,418
Schedule of amortization expense for intangible assets	'
	Amortization expense for intangible assets included in the Consolidated Statements of Income was as follows:
	Amortization Expense for Intangible Assets	Year Ended December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)	2013				2012				2011
	Amortization expense	$	14,245			$	15,196			$	11,315

Accrued_Expenses_Tables

Accrued Expenses (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Accrued Liabilities [Abstract]	'
Summary of accrued expenses	'
	Accrued expenses consisted of the following:
	Accrued Expenses	December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)	2013		2012
	Salaries, wages, and related withholdings	$	24,496	$	23,147
	Accrued taxes	7,352		9,769
	Accrued professional services fees	7,167		2,070
	Advertising	6,036		7,899
	Employee benefits	5,448		6,550
	Accrued customer incentive programs	5,301		4,933
	Product liability reserves	3,272		2,905
	Unrealized loss on derivative instruments	2,080		840
	Product warranty reserve	1,741		1,914
	Accrued freight	1,265		2,775
	Accrued interest	155		1,253
	Other	6,118		6,322
	Total accrued expenses	$	70,431	$	70,377

Debt_Tables

Debt (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Long-term Debt, Unclassified [Abstract]	'
Components of long-term debt	'
	Debt is summarized as follows:
	Debt		As of December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)		2013			2012
	Revolving credit facility		$	175,000		$	235,000
	Term loans		260,107			281,250
	Capital lease obligations		2,881			507
	Total debt		437,988			516,757
	Less current maturities		(15,016		)	(15,072		)
	Long-term debt, excluding current maturities		$	422,972		$	501,685
	Weighted average interest rate at end of period		2.68		%	2.71		%
Summary of minimum principal payments	'
	Minimum principal payments required under the revolving credit facility borrowings and term loan are as follows:
	Minimum Principal Payments on Bank Debt
	(Amounts in thousands)	Payments
	2014	$	14,654
	2015	14,654
	2016	405,799
	Total debt	$	435,107
Schedule of future minimum lease payments under capital leases	'
	uture minimum lease payments under capital leases are as follows:
	Minimum Lease Payments Under Capital Leases
	(Amounts in thousands)	Payments
	2014	$	481
	2015	481
	2016	481
	2017	481
	2018 and thereafter	1,411
	Total payments under capital leases	3,335
	Less: Amount representing interest	(454		)
	Present value of net minimum lease payments	2,881
	Less current maturities of capital lease obligations	(362		)
	Long-term capital lease obligations, net of current maturities	$	2,519

Income_Taxes_Tables

Income Taxes (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]	'
The provision benefit for income taxes	'
	he provision (benefit) for income taxes was as follows:
	Provision for Income Taxes	Year Ended December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)	2013				2012				2011
	Current
	Federal	$	8,407			$	15,781			$	16,249
	State	683				1,685				1,116
	Foreign	9,320				12,325				5,572
	Deferred
	Federal	(6,908		)		(6,598		)		155
	State	389				(582		)		751
	Foreign	833				(409		)		1,425
	Provision for income taxes	$	12,724			$	22,202			$	25,268
Deferred tax amounts directly to the components of stockholders equity	'
	The Company also recorded the following deferred tax amounts directly to the components of stockholders’ equity:
	Deferred Tax Amounts in Stockholders' Equity	Year Ended December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)	2013				2012				2011
	Pension liability adjustment	$	(14,895	)		$	340			$	15,340
	Change in unrealized losses (gains)	(173		)		804				909
	Stock options exercised	302				1,187				877
Summary of Income from continuing operations before income taxes	'
	Income from continuing operations before income taxes was as follows:
	Income from Continuing Operations Before Income Taxes	Year Ended December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)	2013				2012				2011
	Income before income taxes:
	Domestic	$	(9,568	)		$	28,122			$	50,357
	Foreign	27,132				33,668				24,593
	Total	$	17,564			$	61,790			$	74,950
Reconciliation of the provision for income taxes from continuing operations	'
	A reconciliation of the U.S. federal statutory rate to the effective income tax rate for continuing operations is presented below.
	U.S. Federal Statutory Rate Reconciliation	Percent of Income Before Tax
		2013			2012			2011
	U.S. federal statutory income tax rate	35	%		35	%		35	%
	Impact of earnings of foreign operations	(11.4	)		(2.6	)		(2.2	)
	Impairment of goodwill	39			—			—
	Foreign withholding taxes	5.9			1.2			1.1
	Federal and state research tax credits	(1.6	)		—			(0.2	)
	State income taxes, net of federal tax benefit	5.8			1.4			2.2
	Domestic manufacturing deduction	(2.3	)		(1.1	)		(1.0	)
	Change in deferred taxes	0.8			—			2.3
	Change in uncertain tax positions	(9.9	)		(0.6	)		(4.6	)
	Acquisition transaction costs	—			—			1.9
	Other	(1.4	)		(0.2	)		1.5
	Effective income tax rate before valuation allowance	59.9			33.1			36
	Change in valuation allowance	12.5			2.8			(2.3	)
	Effective income tax rate	72.4	%		35.9	%		33.7	%
Summary of components of deferred income taxes applicable to temporary differences	'
	The components of deferred income taxes applicable to temporary differences at December 31, 2013 and 2012 are as follows:
	Components of Deferred Income Taxes	December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)	2013				2012
	Deferred tax assets:
	Employee benefits and compensation	$	25,992			$	35,522
	Other accrued expenses	14,138				16,507
	State NOL carryforwards	505				516
	Foreign temporary differences	6,332				7,149
	Gross deferred tax assets	46,967				59,694
	Less valuation allowance	(4,753		)		(2,552		)
	Deferred tax assets net of valuation allowance	42,214				57,142
	Deferred tax liabilities:
	Property, plant, and equipment asset basis differences	(15,042		)		(15,379		)
	Intangible asset basis differences	(53,134		)		(57,501		)
	Foreign temporary differences	(3,806		)		(3,095		)
	Total deferred tax liabilities	(71,982		)		(75,975		)
	Net deferred tax liability	$	(29,768	)		$	(18,833	)
Reconciliation of the beginning and ending amount of unrecognized tax benefits	'
	A reconciliation of the beginning and ending amount of unrecognized tax benefits on uncertain tax positions is as follows:
	Unrecognized Tax Benefits	Year Ended December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)	2013				2012				2011
	Balance at beginning of period	$	5,783			$	6,454			$	11,905
	Increase (decrease) for positions taken during a prior period	(112		)		—				1,485
	Increase (decrease) for positions taken during the current period	1,800				(384		)		2,125
	Settlements	(4,085		)		—				—
	Statute of limitations expirations	(340		)		(287		)		(9,061		)
	Balance at end of period	$	3,046			$	5,783			$	6,454

Retirement_Plans_Tables

Retirement Plans (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Compensation and Retirement Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Benefit Obligations in Excess of Fair Value of Plan Assets [Table Text Block]	'
	The changes in benefit obligations, plan assets, and funded status of these plans for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012 were as follows:
	Funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan Obligations		Year Ended December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)		2013				2012
	Change in benefit obligations:
	Projected benefit obligations at beginning of year		$	(259,617	)		$	(232,513	)
	Service cost		(5,112		)		(3,934		)
	Interest cost		(10,348		)		(10,454		)
	Actuarial gains (losses)		22,397				(24,379		)
	Benefits and plan expenses paid		13,085				11,663
	Projected benefit obligations at end of year		(239,595		)		(259,617		)
	Change in plan assets:
	Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year		218,695				190,329
	Actual return on plan assets		9,492				22,826
	Company contributions		7,525				17,203
	Benefits and plan expenses paid		(13,085		)		(11,663		)
	Fair value of plan assets at end of year		222,627				218,695
	Net funded status - non-current liabilities on Consolidated Balance Sheet		$	(16,968	)		$	(40,922	)
	The changes in benefit obligations and funded status of these unfunded plans for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012 were as follows:
	Unfunded Retirement Plans		Year Ended December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)		2013				2012
	Change in Benefit Obligations:
	Projected benefit obligations at beginning of year		$	(7,602	)		$	(7,594	)
	Service cost		(55		)		(266		)
	Interest cost		(234		)		(254		)
	Actuarial gains (losses)		106				(168		)
	Benefits and plan expenses paid		642				680
	Projected benefit obligations at end of year		(7,143		)		(7,602		)
	Net unfunded status at end of year		$	(7,143	)		$	(7,602	)
	Current liabilities		$	(649	)		$	(654	)
	Non-current liabilities		(6,494		)		(6,948		)
	Net liability recognized on the Consolidated Balance Sheets		$	(7,143	)		$	(7,602	)
Summary of change in fair value of Level 3 plan assets	'
	The fair value of plan assets was as follows:
	Fair Value of Plan Assets		31-Dec-13
	(Amounts in thousands)		Total				Level 1				Level 2			Level 3
	Category:
	Money market mutual funds		$	2,327			$	2,327			$	—		$	—
	Guaranteed insurance contracts		3,348				—				—			3,348
	U.S. large cap equity securities		27,646				—				27,646			—
	U.S. small and mid cap equity securities		7,765				—				7,765			—
	International equity securities		40,142				—				40,142			—
	Emerging markets equity securities		3,636				—				3,636			—
	U.S. debt securities		101,828				—				101,828			—
	International debt securities		30,686				—				30,686			—
	Hedge funds		5,249				—				—			5,249
	Total fair value of plan assets		$	222,627			$	2,327			$	211,703		$	8,597
	Fair Value of Plan Assets		31-Dec-12
	(Amounts in thousands)		Total				Level 1				Level 2			Level 3
	Category:
	Money market mutual funds		$	799			$	799			$	—		$	—
	Guaranteed insurance contracts		3,015				—				—			3,015
	U.S. large cap equity securities		50,915				—				50,915			—
	U.S. small and mid cap equity securities		4,794				—				4,794			—
	International equity securities		50,345				—				50,345			—
	Emerging markets equity securities		4,324				—				4,324			—
	U.S. debt securities		71,281				—				71,281			—
	International debt securities		27,466				—				27,466			—
	Hedge funds		5,756				—				—			5,756
	Total fair value of plan assets		$	218,695			$	799			$	209,125		$	8,771
Summary of projected benefit payments for these plans over the next ten years	'
	The projected benefit payments for these plans over the next ten years are estimated as follows:
	Projected Benefit Payments
	(Amounts in thousands)	Estimated
		Benefit
		Payments
	2014	$	12,959
	2015	9,893
	2016	10,464
	2017	11,057
	2018	11,925
	2019 – 2023	70,063
	Total estimated benefit payments over next ten years	$	126,361
	The projected benefit payments for these plans over the next ten years are estimated as follows:
	Projected Benefit Payments                                                                        (Amounts in thousands)		Estimated				Estimated				Estimated
			Gross Benefit				Medicare Part D				Net Benefit
			Payments				Subsidy				Payments
	2014		$	1,919			$	220			$	1,699
	2015		1,765				—				1,765
	2016		1,716				—				1,716
	2017		1,695				—				1,695
	2018		1,678				—				1,678
	2019 – 2023		8,138				—				8,138
	Total estimated benefit payments over next ten years		$	16,911			$	220			$	16,691
Components of net periodic benefit cost and other comprehensive loss and the weighted average assumptions used in accounting for funded and unfunded pension benefits	'
	The components of net periodic benefit cost and other comprehensive loss and the weighted average assumptions used in accounting for funded and unfunded pension benefits are as follows:
	Pension Benefits		Year Ended December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)		2013				2012				2011
	Components of net periodic benefit cost:
	Service cost		$	5,214			$	3,937			$	3,433
	Interest cost		10,583				10,708				11,166
	Expected return on plan assets		(15,414		)		(14,482		)		(13,914		)
	Amortization of actuarial losses		7,523				7,232				4,294
	Amortization of prior service cost		(2		)		(6		)		(6		)
	Total net periodic benefit cost recognized in income statement		$	7,904			$	7,389			$	4,973
	Recognized in accumulated other comprehensive loss:
	Actuarial (gains) losses		$	(24,489	)		$	8,231			$	37,491
	Prior service cost		2				6				6
	Total recognized in accumulated other comprehensive loss		$	(24,487	)		$	8,237			$	37,497
	Weighted average assumptions:
	Discount rate used to determine net periodic benefit cost		4.2		%		4.7		%		5.6		%
	Discount rate used to determine year end benefit obligations		4.8		%		4.2		%		4.7		%
	Expected return on assets used to determine net periodic benefit cost		7.3		%		7.6		%		7.7		%
	Expected rate of compensation increase		3		%		3		%		3		%
Allocation of pension plan assets & target for the U.S and Canadian retirement plan	'
	For the U.S. retirement plan, the allocation of pension plan assets totaling $148.6 million and $151.4 million as of December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively, and the current target allocation as of December 31, 2013 are as follows:
			Percentage of Plan Assets
			2013 Target			Actual Allocation as of December 31,
	U.S. Plan Asset Allocations		Allocation			2013			2012
	Money market mutual funds		2	%		1.5	%		0.5	%
	U.S. large cap equity securities		10	%		10.4	%		26.4	%
	U.S. small/mid cap equity securities		5	%		5.2	%		3.2	%
	International equity securities		6.5	%		6.8	%		15.3	%
	Emerging markets equity securities		1	%		1	%		1.6	%
	U.S. debt securities		69	%		68.6	%		47.1	%
	International debt securities		3	%		3	%		2.1	%
	Hedge funds		3.5	%		3.5	%		3.8	%
	For the Canadian retirement plan the allocation of pension plan assets totaling $70.7 million and $64.3 million as of December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively, and the current target allocation as of December 31, 2012 are as follows:
			Percentage of Plan Assets
			2013 Target			Actual Allocation as of December 31,
	Canada Plan Asset Allocations		Allocation			2013			2012
	U.S. large cap equity securities		17	%		17.3	%		17	%
	International equity securities		42	%		42.6	%		42.3	%
	Emerging markets equity securities		3	%		3	%		2.9	%
	International debt securities		38	%		37.1	%		37.8	%
Schedule of Level Three Defined Benefit Plan Assets Roll Forward [Table Text Block]	'
	The change in fair value of Level 3 plan assets was as follows:
	Change in Fair Value of Level 3 Plan Assets		Year Ended December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)		2013				2012
	Fair value at beginning of year		$	8,771			$	8,125
	Actual return on assets:
	Relating to assets still held at end of year		(174		)		646
	Relating to assets sold during the year		—				—
	Purchases, sales, and settlements		—				—
	Transfers in/out of Level 3		—				—
	Fair value at end of year		$	8,597			$	8,771
contribution plan expense	'
	Total expense recognized for these defined contribution plans was as follows:
	Defined Contribution Plan Expense		Year Ended December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)		2013				2012				2011
	Expense		$	9,091			$	8,653			$	7,422

Other_PostEmployment_Benefit_P1

Other Post-Employment Benefit Plans (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Expense [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Net Funded Status [Table Text Block]	'
	The changes in benefit obligations, plan assets, and funded status of these plans for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, were as follows:
	Other Post-Retirement Benefits
	(Amounts in thousands)		2013			2012
	Change in benefit obligations:
	Projected benefit obligations at beginning of year		$	(44,009	)	$	(45,665	)
	Service cost		(292		)	(355		)
	Interest cost		(1,423		)	(1,765		)
	Participant contributions		(2,246		)	(1,932		)
	Actuarial gains (losses), net		7,352			1,706
	Benefits and plan expenses paid		3,995			4,002
	Plan amendment		11,577			—
	Projected benefit obligations at end of year		$	(25,046	)	$	(44,009	)
	Change in plan assets:
	Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year		$	—		$	—
	Company contributions		1,749			2,070
	Participant contributions		2,246			1,932
	Benefits and plan expenses paid		(3,995		)	(4,002		)
	Fair value of plan assets at end of year		—			—
	Net unfunded status at end of year		$	(25,046	)	$	(44,009	)
	Amounts recognized on the Consolidated Balance Sheets:
	Current liabilities		$	(1,873	)	$	(2,588	)
	Non-current liabilities		(23,173		)	(41,421		)
	Net liability recognized on the Consolidated Balance Sheets		$	(25,046	)	$	(44,009	)
Changes in benefit obligations, plan assets, and funded status of plans	'
	The changes in benefit obligations, plan assets, and funded status of these plans for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012 were as follows:
	Funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan Obligations		Year Ended December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)		2013			2012
	Change in benefit obligations:
	Projected benefit obligations at beginning of year		$	(259,617	)	$	(232,513	)
	Service cost		(5,112		)	(3,934		)
	Interest cost		(10,348		)	(10,454		)
	Actuarial gains (losses)		22,397			(24,379		)
	Benefits and plan expenses paid		13,085			11,663
	Projected benefit obligations at end of year		(239,595		)	(259,617		)
	Change in plan assets:
	Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year		218,695			190,329
	Actual return on plan assets		9,492			22,826
	Company contributions		7,525			17,203
	Benefits and plan expenses paid		(13,085		)	(11,663		)
	Fair value of plan assets at end of year		222,627			218,695
	Net funded status - non-current liabilities on Consolidated Balance Sheet		$	(16,968	)	$	(40,922	)
	The changes in benefit obligations and funded status of these unfunded plans for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012 were as follows:
	Unfunded Retirement Plans		Year Ended December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)		2013			2012
	Change in Benefit Obligations:
	Projected benefit obligations at beginning of year		$	(7,602	)	$	(7,594	)
	Service cost		(55		)	(266		)
	Interest cost		(234		)	(254		)
	Actuarial gains (losses)		106			(168		)
	Benefits and plan expenses paid		642			680
	Projected benefit obligations at end of year		(7,143		)	(7,602		)
	Net unfunded status at end of year		$	(7,143	)	$	(7,602	)
	Current liabilities		$	(649	)	$	(654	)
	Non-current liabilities		(6,494		)	(6,948		)
	Net liability recognized on the Consolidated Balance Sheets		$	(7,143	)	$	(7,602	)
Summary of components of net periodic benefit cost and other comprehensive loss and the weighted average assumptions used in accounting for other post-retirement benefits	'
	The components of net periodic benefit cost and other comprehensive loss and the weighted average assumptions used in accounting for other post-retirement benefits were as follows:
	Periodic Benefit Cost and Other Comprehensive Loss		Year Ended December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)		2013			2012			2011
	Components of net periodic benefit cost:
	Service cost		$	277		$	355		$	261
	Interest cost		1,423			1,765			1,972
	Amortization of actuarial losses		933			1,303			871
	Amortization of prior service cost		(479		)	—			—
	Total net periodic benefit cost recognized in Consolidated Statements of Income		$	2,154		$	3,423		$	3,104
	Recognized in accumulated other comprehensive loss:
	Actuarial (gains) losses		$	(8,284	)	$	(3,009	)	$	7,212
	Prior service cost		(11,098		)	—			—
	Total recognized in accumulated other comprehensive loss		$	(19,382	)	$	(3,009	)	$	7,212
	Weighted average assumptions:
	Discount rate used to determine net periodic benefit cost		4.3		%	4.3		%	5.5		%
	Discount rate used to determine year-end benefit obligations		4.8		%	4		%	4.3		%
Change in assumed health care cost trend rates	'
	. A 1% change in assumed health care cost trend rates would have had the following effects for 2013:
	Effect of Change in Health Care Cost Trend Rates
	(Amounts in thousands)		1% Increase			1% Decrease
	Effect on service and interest cost components		$	211		$	(205	)
	Effect on other post-retirement benefit obligations		2,265			(1,880		)
Schedule of Expected Benefit Payments [Table Text Block]	'
	The projected benefit payments for these plans over the next ten years are estimated as follows:
	Projected Benefit Payments
	(Amounts in thousands)	Estimated
		Benefit
		Payments
	2014	$	12,959
	2015	9,893
	2016	10,464
	2017	11,057
	2018	11,925
	2019 – 2023	70,063
	Total estimated benefit payments over next ten years	$	126,361
	The projected benefit payments for these plans over the next ten years are estimated as follows:
	Projected Benefit Payments                                                                        (Amounts in thousands)		Estimated			Estimated			Estimated
			Gross Benefit			Medicare Part D			Net Benefit
			Payments			Subsidy			Payments
	2014		$	1,919		$	220		$	1,699
	2015		1,765			—			1,765
	2016		1,716			—			1,716
	2017		1,695			—			1,695
	2018		1,678			—			1,678
	2019 – 2023		8,138			—			8,138
	Total estimated benefit payments over next ten years		$	16,911		$	220		$	16,691

Commitments_Tables

Commitments (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Commitments [Abstract]	'
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Text Block]	'
	NOTE 13:  COMMITMENTS
	The Company leases office space and equipment under operating leases expiring in one to fourteen years. Most leases include renewal options and some contain purchase options and escalation clauses. Future minimum rental commitments required under operating leases having initial or remaining non-cancelable lease terms in excess of one year as of December 31, 2013, are as follows:
	Future Minimum Operating Lease Commitments
	(Amounts in thousands)	31-Dec-13
	2014	$	8,683
	2015	6,760
	2016	5,507
	2017	5,134
	2018	4,657
	2019 – beyond	19,632
	Total operating lease commitments	$	50,373
	Rentals charged to costs and expenses for continuing operations under cancelable and non-cancelable lease arrangements were as follows:
	Operating Lease Rental Charges		Year Ended December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)		2013			2012			2011
	Rental charges		$	8,683		$	6,076		$	5,101
	See Note 9 for disclosure of capital lease obligations as of December 31, 2013.
	Guarantees and other commercial commitments include the following:
	Guarantees and Other Commercial Commitments	December 31, 2013
	(Amounts in thousands)
	Product warranty reserves	$	1,741
	Letters of credit outstanding	3,248
	Other financial guarantees	3,363
	Total	$	8,352
	In addition to these amounts, the Company also guarantees certain debt of its subsidiaries. See also Note 9.
	Changes in the warranty reserve were as follows:
	Warranty		Year Ended December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)		2013			2012			2011
	Balance at beginning of period		$	1,914		$	1,539		$	616
	Warranty reserve of acquired businesses		—			—			785
	Accrued warranty expense		887			3,215			631
	Payments made (in cash or in-kind)		(1,060		)	(2,840		)	(493		)
	Balance at end of period		$	1,741		$	1,914		$	1,539
	Other financial guarantees arise during the ordinary course of business from relationships with suppliers and customers when we undertake an obligation to guarantee the performance of others if specified triggering events occur. Nonperformance of a contract could trigger an obligation of the Company. In addition, certain guarantees relate to contractual indemnification provisions in connection with transactions involving the purchase or sale of stock or assets. These claims include actions based upon intellectual property, environmental, product liability, and other indemnification matters. The ultimate effect on future financial results is not subject to reasonable estimation because considerable uncertainty exists as to the occurrence or, if triggered, final outcome of these claims. However, while the ultimate liabilities resulting from such claims may be potentially significant to results of operations in the period recognized, management does not anticipate they will have a material adverse effect on the Company’s consolidated financial position or liquidity. See also Note 14.
	NOTE 14:  CONTINGENT LIABILITIES
	The Company reserves for product liability, environmental remediation, and other legal matters as management becomes aware of such matters. A portion of these claims or lawsuits may be covered by insurance policies that generally contain both deductible and coverage limits. Management monitors the progress of each legal matter to ensure that the appropriate reserve for its obligation has been recognized and disclosed in the financial statements. Management also monitors trends in case types to determine if there are any specific issues that relate to the Company that may result in additional future exposure on an aggregate basis. As of December 31, 2013 and 2012, management believes the Company has appropriately recorded and disclosed all material costs for its obligations in regard to known matters. Management believes that the recoverability of the costs of claims from insurance companies will continue in the future. Management periodically assesses these insurance companies to monitor their ability to pay such claims.
	The Company was named a potentially liable person (“PLP”) by the Washington State Department of Ecology (“WDOE”) in connection with the Pasco Sanitary Landfill Site (“Site”). This Site has been monitored by WDOE since 1988. From available records, the Company believes that it sent 26 drums of chromic hydroxide sludge in a non-toxic, trivalent state to the Site. The Company further believes that the Site contains more than 50,000 drums in total and millions of gallons of additional wastes, some potentially highly toxic in nature. Accordingly, based both on volume and on the nature of the waste, the Company believes that it is a de minimis contributor.
	The current on-site monitoring program and required deliverables under various orders are being conducted and funded by certain PLPs, excluding the Company and several other PLPs, under the supervision of WDOE. The Company may or may not be required, in the future, to contribute to the costs of required deliverables or remediation activities. The Company is unable to estimate such costs, or the likelihood of being assessed any portion thereof. The Company incurred no costs during the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012, and 2011 in connection with the remediation efforts at the Site.
	In March 2010, the Company received an offer from Region 9 of the Environmental Protection Agency of the U.S. (the “EPA”) to resolve its potential liability regarding the Operating Industries, Inc. Superfund Site in Monterey Park, California, involving a subsidiary of the former Omark Industries, Inc., which merged with the Company in 1985. The Company submitted its consent to enter into an administrative settlement agreement for the Company’s pro rata share of the site’s clean-up costs as a de minimis participant. Accordingly, the Company recognized a charge of $0.1 million in the first quarter of 2010 in settlement of this matter. In February 2011, the Company received notice from the EPA that the de minimis settlement agreement has been accepted by a sufficient number of parties and payment of $0.1 million was made to the EPA on March 1, 2011. In May 2011 the EPA notified the Company that the administrative order embodying the settlement was in full effect with respect to the Company.
	With respect to certain proceedings involving Carlton, which the Company acquired on May 2, 2008, the Company has determined that in 1989 contamination of soil and groundwater by trichloroethylene (“TCE”) and other volatile organic compounds (“VOCs”) was discovered at Carlton’s facility located in Milwaukie, Oregon (the “Carlton Site”) in connection with the removal of two underground storage tanks. On November 19, 1990, Carlton entered into a Consent Order with the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (“DEQ”), which was amended in 1996, 1997, and 2000, pursuant to which the Company continues to investigate, remediate, and monitor the contamination under the supervision of the DEQ. The Company recognized an initial reserve of $3.4 million at the time of its acquisition of Carlton, representing the estimated costs to remediate this site. Although there can be no assurance that the currently estimated cost and scope of remediation will not change in the future due to the imposition of additional remediation obligations by the DEQ, the detection of additional contamination in the future or other later discovered facts, the Company does not believe that any remediation will have a material adverse effect on its consolidated financial position, operating results or cash flows. In addition, beginning October 2010 and continuing through November 2012, the Company received insurance proceeds to reimburse certain of the expenditures for this remediation effort. The Company does not expect to receive additional insurance proceeds for this matter.
	From time to time, the Company is a defendant in product liability claims or lawsuits, some of which seek significant or unspecified damages involving serious personal injuries, for which there are retentions or deductible amounts under the Company’s insurance policies. Some of these claims and lawsuits arise out of the Company’s duty to indemnify certain purchasers of the Company’s discontinued operations for lawsuits involving products manufactured prior to the sale of certain of these businesses. In addition, from time to time the Company is a party to other claims or lawsuits arising out of the normal course of its business, including claims or lawsuits concerning commercial contracts, employee matters, and intellectual property rights. In some instances the Company has been the plaintiff, and has sought recovery of damages. In other cases, the Company is a defendant against whom damages are sought. While there can be no assurance as to their ultimate outcome, management does not believe these claims or lawsuits will have a material adverse effect on the Company’s consolidated financial position, operating results or cash flows in the future.
	The Company accrues, by a charge to income, an amount representing management’s best estimate of the undiscounted probable loss related to any matter deemed by management and its counsel as a reasonably probable loss contingency in light of all of the then known circumstances. As of December 31, 2013 and December 31, 2012, the Company has recorded liabilities totaling $6.3 million and $6.4 million, respectively, on the Consolidated Balance Sheets for estimated product liability and environmental remediation costs.
Schedule of Product Warranty Liability [Table Text Block]	'
	hanges in the warranty reserve were as follows:
	Warranty		Year Ended December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)		2013			2012			2011
	Balance at beginning of period		$	1,914		$	1,539		$	616
	Warranty reserve of acquired businesses		—			—			785
	Accrued warranty expense		887			3,215			631
	Payments made (in cash or in-kind)		(1,060		)	(2,840		)	(493		)
	Balance at end of period		$	1,741		$	1,914		$	1,539
	Changes in the warranty reserve were as follows:
	Warranty		Year Ended December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)		2013			2012			2011
	Balance at beginning of period		$	1,914		$	1,539		$	616
	Warranty reserve of acquired businesses		—			—			785
	Accrued warranty expense		887			3,215			631
	Payments made (in cash or in-kind)		(1,060		)	(2,840		)	(493		)
	Balance at end of period		$	1,741		$	1,914		$	1,539
Future minimum rental commitments required under operating leases having initial or remaining non-cancelable lease terms in excess of one year	'
	Future minimum rental commitments required under operating leases having initial or remaining non-cancelable lease terms in excess of one year as of December 31, 2013, are as follows:
	Future Minimum Operating Lease Commitments
	(Amounts in thousands)	31-Dec-13
	2014	$	8,683
	2015	6,760
	2016	5,507
	2017	5,134
	2018	4,657
	2019 – beyond	19,632
	Total operating lease commitments	$	50,373
Schedule of Rent Expense [Table Text Block]	'
	Rentals charged to costs and expenses for continuing operations under cancelable and non-cancelable lease arrangements were as follows:
	Operating Lease Rental Charges		Year Ended December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)		2013			2012			2011
	Rental charges		$	8,683		$	6,076		$	5,101
Guarantees and other commercial commitments	'
	Guarantees and other commercial commitments include the following:
	Guarantees and Other Commercial Commitments	December 31, 2013
	(Amounts in thousands)
	Product warranty reserves	$	1,741
	Letters of credit outstanding	3,248
	Other financial guarantees	3,363
	Total	$	8,352

Accumulated_Other_Comprehensiv1

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Comprehensive Income Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Accumulated other comprehensive loss by component, and changes in the period	'
	The following table summarizes accumulated other comprehensive loss by component, net of related income tax effects:
	Accumulated Other Comprehensive (Loss) Gain	December 31,			December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)	2013			2012
	Pension and other post-employment benefits	$	(53,009	)	$	(81,983	)
	Unrealized losses on derivative instruments	(2,173		)	(2,514		)
	Foreign currency translation	11,607			9,078
	Total accumulated other comprehensive loss	$	(43,575	)	$	(75,419	)
	The following table summarizes the changes in accumulated other comprehensive loss by component, net of income taxes:
		Year Ended December 31, 2013
	Changes in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss	Pension and other post-employment benefits			Unrealized losses on derivative instruments			Foreign currency translation			Total
	(Amounts in thousands)
	Accumulated other comprehensive (loss) gain at beginning of period	$	(81,983	)	$	(2,514	)	$	9,078		$	(75,419	)
	Gain from plan amendment	7,387			—			—			7,387
	Other comprehensive gain before reclassifications	16,230			9			2,529			18,768
	Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss to Consolidated Statement of Income	5,357			332			—			5,689
	Net current period other comprehensive gain	28,974			341			2,529			31,844
	Accumulated other comprehensive (loss) gain at end of period	$	(53,009	)	$	(2,173	)	$	11,607		$	(43,575	)
Summary of reclassifications out of accumulated other comprehensive income	'
	The following table summarizes the reclassifications from accumulated other comprehensive loss on the Consolidated Balance Sheets to the Consolidated Statements of Income:
		Year Ended December 31,									Affected line item in the Consolidated
	Reclassifications From Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss to Income	2013			2012			2011			Statements of Income
	Unrealized losses on derivative instruments:
	Foreign currency hedge gains (losses)	$	(501	)	$	(75	)	$	644		Cost of sales
	Income tax benefit	169			28			(238		)	Provision for income taxes
	Unrealized losses on derivative instruments, net	$	(332	)	$	(47	)	$	406
	Pension and other post-employment benefits amortization:
	Amortization of net actuarial losses	$	(8,456	)	$	(8,573	)	$	(5,137	)	Cost of sales and SG&A
	Amortization of prior service cost	481			6			6			Cost of sales and SG&A
	Income tax benefit	2,618			2,959			1,856			Provision for income taxes
	Pension and other post-employment benefits amortization, net	$	(5,357	)	$	(5,608	)	$	(3,275	)
	Total reclassifications for the period, net	$	(5,689	)	$	(5,655	)	$	(2,869	)

Earnings_Per_Share_Data_Tables

Earnings Per Share Data (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]	'
Shares used in denominators of basic and diluted earnings per share computations	'
	Shares used in the denominators of the basic and diluted earnings per share computations were as follows:
	Earnings Per Share	Year Ended December 31,
	(Shares in thousands)	2013			2012			2011
	Actual weighted average common shares outstanding	49,478			49,170			48,701
	Dilutive effect of common stock equivalents	644			729			733
	Diluted weighted average common shares outstanding	50,122			49,899			49,434
	Options and SAR excluded from computation as anti-dilutive because they are out-of-the-money	2,414			1,783			1,337
	Unvested restricted stock and restricted stock units (“RSUs”) considered to be participating securities	175			147			124
	Effect that allocation of undistributed earnings to participating securities (unvested RSUs) under the two class method would have on reported earnings per share if such allocation were made:
	Basic earnings per share	$	—		$	(0.01	)	$	—
	Diluted earnings per share	$	(0.01	)	$	—		$	(0.01	)

StockBased_Compensation_Tables

Stock-Based Compensation (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Share-based Compensation [Abstract]	'
Assumptions used to estimate fair value of SARs issued	'
	The following assumptions were used to estimate the fair value of SARs granted:
	Assumptions Used for SARs	Year Ended December 31,
		2013				2012				2011
	Estimated average lives	6 years				6 years				6 years
	Risk-free interest rate	1.1		%		1.2		%		2.4		%
	Expected volatility	49.4% - 49.6%				49.3% - 49.6%				48.4% - 49.5%
	Weighted average volatility	49.6		%		49.6		%		47.5		%
	Dividend yield	—		%		—		%		—		%
	Estimated forfeiture rate	2.7		%		3.2		%		5.5		%
	Weighted average exercise price	$	13.83			$	16.68			$	15.1
	Weighted average grant date fair value	$	6.56			$	7.93			$	7.36
Summary of stock option and stock-settled SARs activity	'
	A summary of stock option and stock-settled SARs activity is presented in the following table:
	Outstanding Options and SARs Activity	Year Ended December 31, 2013
		Shares			Weighted				Weighted		Aggregate
		(in  000’s)			Average				Average		Intrinsic
					Exercise				Contractual		Value
					Price				Life		(in 000’s)
									(in years)
	Outstanding options and SARs at beginning of period	3,810			$	13.15
	SARs granted	713			13.83
	Options exercised	(161	)		4.99
	SARs exercised	(60	)		11.72
	Options forfeited or expired	—			—
	SARs forfeited or expired	(102	)		13.47
	Outstanding options and SARs at end of period	4,200			$	13.59			5.5		$	7,132
	Outstanding options at end of period	1,271			$	11.55			4.2		$	4,587
	Outstanding SARs at end of period	2,929			14.47				6.1		2,545
	Options exercisable at end of period	1,271			11.55				4.2		4,587
	SARs exercisable at end of period	1,264			13.64				3.9		2,101
Summary of restricted stock awards activity	'
	A summary of RSUs activity is presented in the following table:
	Outstanding RSU Activity	Year Ended December 31, 2013
		Shares			Weighted Average
		(in  000’s)			Grant-Date
					Fair Value
	Outstanding RSUs at January 1, 2013	325			$	14.6
	Granted	135			13.82
	Released from restriction	(106	)		11.83
	Forfeited	(11	)		14.9
	Outstanding RSUs at December 31, 2013	343			$	15.14
	Outstanding RSUs that are vested and remain restricted at end of period	168			15.43
Summary of stock options, SARs, and RSU	'
	A summary of stock options, SARs, and RSU information is presented in the following table:
	Stock-Based Awards	Year Ended December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)	2013				2012				2011
	Intrinsic value of options exercised	$	1,387			$	3,522			$	2,655
	Estimated fair value of options and SARs that vested	3,250				3,993				3,747
	Fair value of RSUs released from restriction	1,421				40				611
	Estimated fair value of RSUs that vested	1,454				1,231				1,339
	Stock-based compensation cost recognized in income	5,607				5,592				4,441
	Total tax benefit on stock-based compensation recognized	1,916				1,917				1,560
	Total amount of cash received from exercises	804				1,152				1,041
	Tax (expense) benefit realized from exercises	302				1,187				877
	Cash used to settle equity instruments	10				—				—

Segment_Information_Tables

Segment Information (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Segment Reporting [Abstract]	'
Summary of selected financial information by segment	'
	The following table reflects selected financial information by segment and sales by geographic region.
	Segment Information	Year Ended December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)	2013			2012			2011
	Sales:
	FLAG	$	613,105		$	650,480		$	659,883
	FRAG	260,297			250,845			147,475
	Corporate and other	27,193			26,341			24,272
	Total sales	$	900,595		$	927,666		$	831,630
	Operating income (expense):
	FLAG	$	83,215		$	108,255		$	115,597
	FRAG	(18,641		)	(7,495		)	4,474
	Corporate and other	(27,053		)	(21,480		)	(22,118		)
	Total operating income	$	37,521		$	79,280		$	97,953
	Impairment of acquired intangible assets:
	FLAG	$	3,292		$	—		$	—
	FRAG	21,587			—			—
	Corporate and other	—			—			—
	Total impairment of acquired intangible assets	$	24,879		$	—		$	—
	Depreciation and amortization:
	FLAG	$	27,318		$	26,574		$	24,663
	FRAG	17,529			16,341			9,941
	Corporate and other	4,673			2,203			1,203
	Total depreciation and amortization	$	49,520		$	45,118		$	35,807
	Capital expenditures:
	FLAG	$	25,583		$	46,215		$	37,359
	FRAG	2,118			6,717			1,600
	Corporate and other	1,874			158			6
	Total capital expenditures	$	29,575		$	53,090		$	38,965
	Sales by geographic region:
	United States	$	411,373		$	407,967		$	308,593
	Europe	222,487			241,884			229,103
	China	43,103			44,412			45,134
	Brazil	32,750			36,561			33,242
	Canada	28,018			30,232			25,285
	Russian Federation	18,623			26,040			23,375
	All others, individually insignificant	144,241			140,570			166,898
	Total sales	$	900,595		$	927,666		$	831,630
Financial Information by segments and geographic region	'
	The geographic sales information is by country of destination. No customer accounted for 10% or more of sales in 2013, 2012, or 2011.
	Balance Sheet Information by Segment	As of December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)	2013			2012
	Total assets:
	FLAG	$	376,728		$	468,121
	FRAG	375,020			374,856
	Corporate and other	64,603			62,314
	Total assets	$	816,351		$	905,291
	Goodwill:
	FLAG	$	64,607		$	66,297
	FRAG	78,061			98,865
	Corporate and other	14			13
	Total goodwill	$	142,682		$	165,175
	Property, plant, and equipment, net:
	United States	$	75,056		$	91,446
	China	45,337			41,610
	Canada	19,980			20,473
	European Union	13,075			12,154
	Brazil	10,320			11,532
	All other	426			487
	Total property, plant, and equipment, net	$	164,194		$	177,702
Summary of changes in goodwill	'
	Change in Goodwill                                                                                      (Amounts in thousands)	FLAG			FRAG			Corporate			Total
								and Other
	31-Dec-12	$	66,297		$	98,865		$	13		$	165,175
	Impairment	(1,912		)	(20,853		)	—			(22,765		)
	Effect of changes in foreign currency translation rates	222			49			1			272
	31-Dec-13	$	64,607		$	78,061		$	14		$	142,682

Supplemental_Cash_Flow_Informa1

Supplemental Cash Flow Information (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Supplemental Cash Flow Information [Abstract]	'
Schedule of supplemental cash flow information	'
	Supplemental Cash Flow Information	Year Ended December 31,
	(Amounts in thousands)	2013		2012			2011
	Cash paid for:
	Interest	$	18,074	$	16,574		$	16,961
	Income taxes, net	25,317		24,672			24,827
	Non-cash investing and financing activities:
	Acquisition of equipment under capital lease	2,576		—			—
	Property, plant, and equipment payments for items purchased or received in the prior year	97		(1,165		)	1,408
	Debt assumed in connection with the acquisition of PBL	—		—			13,497

Concentration_of_Credit_Risk_a1

Concentration of Credit Risk and Fair Value of Financial Instruments (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Concentration of Credit Risk and Fair Value of Financial Instruments [Abstract]	'
Estimated fair values of senior credit facility loans	'
	The estimated fair values of the senior credit facility loans at December 31, 2013 and 2012 are presented below. See also Note 9.
	Fair Value of Debt		31-Dec-13						31-Dec-12
	(Amounts in thousands)		Carrying Amount			Fair Value Level 2			Carrying			Fair Value Level 2
									Amount
	Senior credit facility debt		$	435,107		$	426,405		$	516,250		$	513,669
Summary of derivatives held by the company	'
	Derivatives held by the Company and reflected on the Consolidated Balance Sheets are summarized as follows:
	Derivative Financial Instruments				Assets (Liabilities) Measured at Fair Value
	(Amounts in thousands)	Carrying Value			Level 1			Level 2			Level 3			Classification
	December 31, 2013:
	Current Liabilities:
	Interest rate hedge agreements	$	(1,509	)	$	—		$	(1,509	)	$	—		Accrued expenses
	Foreign currency hedge agreements	(571		)	—			(571		)	—			Accrued expenses
	Long-term Liabilities:
	Interest rate hedge agreements	(1,400		)	—			(1,400		)	—			Other liabilities
	December 31, 2012:
	Current Liabilities:
	Interest rate hedge agreements	$	(812	)	$	—		$	(812	)	$	—		Accrued expenses
	Foreign currency hedge agreements	(28		)	—			(28		)	—			Accrued expenses
	Long-term Liabilities:
	Interest rate hedge agreements	(3,148		)	—			(3,148		)	—			Other liabilities

Consolidated_Schedule_of_Valua

Consolidated Schedule of Valuation and Qualifying Accounts (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011	Dec. 31, 2009
Allowance for doubtful accounts receivable [Member]	'	'	'	'
Consolidated schedule of valuation and qualifying accounts	'	'	'	'
Balance at Beginning of Period	$3,116	$3,142	'	$1,490
Charged (Credited) to Cost and Expenses	-64	98	608	'
Business Acquisitions (Dispositions), Net	0	0	1,097	'
(Deductions) Recoveries	34	-124	-53	'
Balance at End of period	3,086	3,116	3,142	1,490
Valuation allowance for deferred tax assets [Member]	'	'	'	'
Consolidated schedule of valuation and qualifying accounts	'	'	'	'
Balance at Beginning of Period	2,552	603	'	2,314
Charged (Credited) to Cost and Expenses	2,201	1,949	-1,711	'
Business Acquisitions (Dispositions), Net	0	0	0	'
(Deductions) Recoveries	0	0	0	'
Balance at End of period	4,753	2,552	603	2,314
Inventory reserves [Member]	'	'	'	'
Consolidated schedule of valuation and qualifying accounts	'	'	'	'
Balance at Beginning of Period	11,726	9,899	'	5,108
Charged (Credited) to Cost and Expenses	4,292	8,281	4,326	'
Business Acquisitions (Dispositions), Net	0	0	3,428	'
(Deductions) Recoveries	-3,931	-6,454	-2,963	'
Balance at End of period	$12,087	$11,726	$9,899	$5,108

Acquisitions_Details

Acquisitions (Details) (USD $)

3 Months Ended

12 Months Ended

In Thousands, unless otherwise specified

Dec. 31, 2013

Sep. 30, 2013

Jun. 30, 2013

Mar. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Sep. 30, 2012

Jun. 30, 2012

Mar. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2011

Jul. 31, 2011

Dec. 31, 2010

Aug. 31, 2011

Pre Acquisition [Member]

Pre Acquisition [Member]

Pre Acquisition [Member]

PBL

KOX [Member]

Woods/TISCO [Member]

Schedule of pre-acquisition operating results

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Sales

$216,946

$230,628

$220,407

$232,615

$229,562

$232,736

$239,059

$226,309

$900,595

$927,666

$831,630

$33,162

$34,889

$164,810

Operating income

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

37,521

79,280

97,953

1,804

3,266

17,870

Depreciation and amortization

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

$49,520

$45,118

$35,807

$2,857

$128

$2,549

Acquisitions_Details_1

Acquisitions (Details 1) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2013	Sep. 07, 2011	Dec. 31, 2013	Aug. 05, 2011	Dec. 31, 2013	Mar. 31, 2011
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified		Woods/TISCO [Member]	Woods/TISCO [Member]	PBL	PBL	KOX [Member]	KOX [Member]
Summary of Purchase Price Allocations	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Cash	'	$230	$200	$1,275	$1,300	$5,126	$5,100
Accounts receivable	'	34,784	'	5,109	'	3,365	'
Inventories	'	38,512	'	9,729	'	8,879	9,200
Current intangible assets subject to amortization	'	0	'	157	'	0	'
Current deferred tax assets	'	3,716	'	608	'	0	'
Other current assets	'	3,057	'	1,162	'	268	'
Property, plant, and equipment	'	19,259	'	13,041	'	383	'
Non-current deferred tax assets	'	1,943	'	378	'	0	'
Non-current intangible assets subject to amortization	'	52,400	'	5,612	'	4,594	'
Non-current intangible assets not subject to amortization	'	44,330	'	470	'	5,241	'
Goodwill	'	54,846	'	3,301	'	3,709	'
Other non-current assets	'	3,474	'	0	'	0	'
Total assets acquired	'	256,551	'	40,842	'	31,565	'
Current liabilities	'	19,319	'	11,065	'	4,793	'
Long-term debt	'	0	'	13,304	'	0	'
Non-current deferred income tax liability	'	41,510	'	609	'	2,836	'
Other non-current liabilities	'	5,220	'	1,620	'	0	'
Total liabilities assumed	'	66,049	'	26,598	'	7,629	'
Acquisition price	'	190,502	190,500	14,244	14,200	23,936	23,900
Goodwill deductible for income tax purposes	$35,000	$9,255	'	$0	'	$0	'

Business_and_Summary_of_Signif3

Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) (USD $)

3 Months Ended

12 Months Ended

3 Months Ended

12 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2013

Mar. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2011

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2011

Mar. 31, 2013

Mar. 31, 2012

Mar. 31, 2011

Mar. 31, 2013

Mar. 31, 2012

Mar. 31, 2011

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2013

Spee Co

PBL

Carlton

Carlton

Carlton

Impairment of Goodwill [Member]

Impairment of Goodwill [Member]

Impairment of Goodwill [Member]

Trade Names

Trade Names

Trade Names

Trade Names

Trade Names

Minimum

Maximum

Spee Co

Carlton

Building and building improvements

Building and building improvements

Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Impairment of Long-Lived Assets Held-for-use

$2,500,000

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'10 years

'45 years

Allowance for doubtful accounts

'

'

3,100,000

3,100,000

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Interest cost related to property, plant and equipment, capitalized

'

'

200,000

500,000

200,000

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Goodwill and Intangible Asset Impairment

'

0

24,879,000

0

0

19,600,000

3,187,000

3,292,000

0

0

22,800,000

0

0

2,100,000

0

0

700,000

1,380,000

'

'

Advertising costs

'

'

9,000,000

12,500,000

12,800,000

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Research and development expense

'

'

$15,200,000

$16,000,000

$17,800,000

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Acquisitions_Details_2

Acquisitions (Details 2) (USD $)	3 Months Ended			12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 2013	Jun. 30, 2013	Mar. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2011
Schedule of operating results of acquisitions included in Consolidated Statements of Income	'	'	'	'
Incremental income (loss) before income taxes	'	'	'	$1,258
Acquisition accounting effects	3,700	4,300	4,400	4,913
Woods/TISCO [Member]	'	'	'	'
Business Acquisition [Line Items]	'	'	'	'
Revenues	'	'	'	55,464
Segment Reporting Information, Intersegment Revenue	'	'	'	-348
Schedule of operating results of acquisitions included in Consolidated Statements of Income	'	'	'	'
Incremental net sales	'	'	'	55,116
PBL	'	'	'	'
Business Acquisition [Line Items]	'	'	'	'
Revenues	'	'	'	9,679
Segment Reporting Information, Intersegment Revenue	'	'	'	0
Schedule of operating results of acquisitions included in Consolidated Statements of Income	'	'	'	'
Incremental net sales	'	'	'	9,679
Incremental income (loss) before income taxes	'	'	'	-2,727
Acquisition accounting effects	'	'	'	1,734
KOX [Member]	'	'	'	'
Business Acquisition [Line Items]	'	'	'	'
Revenues	'	'	'	30,915
Segment Reporting Information, Intersegment Revenue	'	'	'	-9,276
Schedule of operating results of acquisitions included in Consolidated Statements of Income	'	'	'	'
Incremental net sales	'	'	'	21,639
Incremental income (loss) before income taxes	'	'	'	-2,864
Acquisition accounting effects	'	'	'	$2,152

Business_and_Summary_of_Signif4

Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Summary of Estimated Useful Lives of Property, Plant, and Equipment (Details) (USD $)

3 Months Ended

12 Months Ended

3 Months Ended

Mar. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2011

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2013

Mar. 31, 2013

Mar. 31, 2012

Mar. 31, 2011

Mar. 31, 2013

Mar. 31, 2012

Mar. 31, 2011

Building and building improvements

Building and building improvements

Machinery and equipment

Machinery and equipment

Furniture, fixtures, and office equipment

Furniture, fixtures, and office equipment

Transportation equipment

Transportation equipment

Trade Names

Trade Names

Trade Names

Impairment of Goodwill [Member]

Impairment of Goodwill [Member]

Impairment of Goodwill [Member]

Maximum

Minimum

Maximum

Minimum

Maximum

Minimum

Maximum

Minimum

Property, Plant and Equipment

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Goodwill and Intangible Asset Impairment

$0

$24,879,000

$0

$0

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

$2,100,000

$0

$0

$22,800,000

$0

$0

Impairment or Disposal of Long-Lived Assets, Policy [Policy Text Block]

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Impairment of Long-Lived Assets. The Company evaluates the carrying value of long-lived assets to be held and used, including finite-lived intangible assets, whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying value may not be recoverable. The carrying value of a long-lived asset is considered impaired when the total projected undiscounted cash flows from such asset are separately identifiable and are less than its carrying value. In that event, a loss is recognized based on the amount by which the carrying value exceeds the fair value of the long-lived asset. Fair value is determined primarily using the projected cash flows from the asset or asset group. Losses on long-lived assets to be disposed of are determined in a similar manner, except that fair values are reduced for disposal costs. No impairment charges on definite-lived intangible assets were recognized in 2013, 2012, or 2011. An impairment charge of $2.5 million was recognized on property, plant, and equipment in the third quarter of 2013 in conjunction with the consolidation of two manufacturing facilities in Portland, Oregon. This impairment loss was determined by comparing the recorded value of the related assets with the projected undiscounted cash flows expected to be realized on the asset group. See Note 5 for further discussion on our assets held for sale.

Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life

'

'

'

'

'45 years

'10 years

'10 years

'3 years

'10 years

'3 years

'15 years

'3 years

'

'

'

'

'

'

Acquisitions_Details_3

Acquisitions (Details 3) (Cost of sales [Member], USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Summary of acquisition accounting effects charged or expected to be charged to cost of sales	'	'	'
Total acquisition accounting effects	$14,753	'	'
Acquisition Accounting Effects Two Years Ago	'	'	15,879
Acquisition Accounting Effects Last Year	'	15,998	'
Woods/TISCO [Member]	'	'	'
Summary of acquisition accounting effects charged or expected to be charged to cost of sales	'	'	'
Total acquisition accounting effects	8,357	'	'
Acquisition Accounting Effects Two Years Ago	'	'	4,913
Acquisition Accounting Effects Last Year	'	7,013	'
PBL	'	'	'
Summary of acquisition accounting effects charged or expected to be charged to cost of sales	'	'	'
Total acquisition accounting effects	432	'	'
Acquisition Accounting Effects Two Years Ago	'	'	1,734
Acquisition Accounting Effects Last Year	'	2,028	'
KOX [Member]	'	'	'
Summary of acquisition accounting effects charged or expected to be charged to cost of sales	'	'	'
Total acquisition accounting effects	696	'	'
Acquisition Accounting Effects Two Years Ago	'	'	2,152
Acquisition Accounting Effects Last Year	'	1,016	'
Prior acquisitions [Member]	'	'	'
Summary of acquisition accounting effects charged or expected to be charged to cost of sales	'	'	'
Total acquisition accounting effects	5,268	'	'
Acquisition Accounting Effects Two Years Ago	'	'	7,080
Acquisition Accounting Effects Last Year	'	$5,941	'

Business_and_Summary_of_Signif5

Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Schedule of Balance Sheet Reclassifications (Details) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Accounts payable	'	$52,243
Accrued expenses	'	70,377
Total current liabilities	128,501	137,984
Other liabilities	'	20,553
Total liabilities	661,951	793,809
%	'	'
Accounts payable	'	-3.80%
Accrued expenses	'	-1.50%
Total current liabilities	'	-2.20%
Other liabilities	'	18.10%
Total liabilities	'	0.00%
As Reported	'	'
Accounts payable	'	54,295
Accrued expenses	'	71,473
Total current liabilities	'	141,132
Other liabilities	'	17,405
Total liabilities	'	793,809
Non-current Hedging Liability | Reclassifications	'	'
Accounts payable	'	0
Accrued expenses	'	-3,148
Total current liabilities	'	-3,148
Other liabilities	'	3,148
Total liabilities	'	0
Accrued Payroll | Reclassifications	'	'
Accounts payable	'	-2,052
Accrued expenses	'	2,052
Total current liabilities	'	0
Other liabilities	'	0
Total liabilities	'	$0

Acquisitions_Details_4

Acquisitions (Details 4) (USD $)	3 Months Ended								12 Months Ended
In Thousands, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Sep. 30, 2013	Jun. 30, 2013	Mar. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Sep. 30, 2012	Jun. 30, 2012	Mar. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Schedule of Pro Forma Results of Acquisitions	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Sales, As Reported	$216,946	$230,628	$220,407	$232,615	$229,562	$232,736	$239,059	$226,309	$900,595	$927,666	$831,630
Net income, As Reported	-21,526	7,696	9,330	9,340	8,984	11,622	13,101	5,881	4,840	39,588	49,682
Basic income per share, As Reported	($0.43)	$0.16	$0.19	$0.19	$0.18	$0.24	$0.27	$0.12	$0.10	$0.81	$1.02
Diluted income per share, As Reported	($0.42)	$0.15	$0.19	$0.19	$0.18	$0.23	$0.26	$0.12	$0.10	$0.79	$1.01
Sales, Pro Forma	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	975,455
Net income, Pro Forma	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	$58,192
Basic income per share, Pro Forma	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	$1.19
Diluted income per share, Pro Forma	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	$1.18

Business_and_Summary_of_Signif6

Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Schedule of Cash Flow Reclassifications (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Net cash provided by operating activities	$97,055	$52,436	$73,705
Net cash used in investing activities	-26,017	-52,892	-252,740
Net cash used in financing activities	-82,338	-12,514	161,779
Effect of exchange rates	3,830	1,119	-1,334
Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents	-7,470	-11,851	-18,590
As Reported	'	'	'
Net cash provided by operating activities	'	51,271	77,733
Net cash used in investing activities	'	-51,727	-256,768
Net cash used in financing activities	'	-12,514	161,779
Effect of exchange rates	'	1,119	-1,334
Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents	'	-11,851	-18,590
Percent Change	'	'	'
%	'	'	'
Net cash provided by operating activities	'	2.30%	-5.20%
Net cash used in investing activities	'	2.30%	-1.60%
Net cash used in financing activities	'	0.00%	0.00%
Effect of exchange rates	'	0.00%	0.00%
Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents	'	0.00%	0.00%
Non-Cash Additions to PP&E	'	'	'
Net cash provided by operating activities	'	1,165	'
Net cash used in investing activities	'	-1,165	'
Net cash used in financing activities	'	0	'
Effect of exchange rates	'	0	'
Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents	'	0	'
Non-Cash Additions	'	'	'
Net cash provided by operating activities	'	'	-1,408
Net cash used in investing activities	'	'	1,408
Net cash used in financing activities	'	'	0
Effect of exchange rates	'	'	0
Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents	'	'	0
Collection From Escrow of Disposition Proceeds	'	'	'
Net cash provided by operating activities	'	0	-2,620
Net cash used in investing activities	'	0	2,620
Net cash used in financing activities	'	0	0
Effect of exchange rates	'	0	0
Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents	'	$0	$0

Acquisitions_Details_Textual

Acquisitions (Details Textual) (USD $)

3 Months Ended

12 Months Ended

3 Months Ended

12 Months Ended

12 Months Ended

3 Months Ended

12 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2012

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2011

Sep. 30, 2012

Aug. 31, 2011

Dec. 31, 2013

Sep. 07, 2011

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2013

Aug. 05, 2011

Mar. 31, 2012

Mar. 31, 2011

Dec. 31, 2013

Woods/TISCO [Member]

Woods/TISCO [Member]

Woods/TISCO [Member]

Woods/TISCO [Member]

PBL

PBL

PBL

KOX [Member]

KOX [Member]

KOX [Member]

Acquisitions (Textual) [Abstract]

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Date of acquisition

5-Aug-11

'

'

'

7-Sep-11

'

'

'

'

'

'

1-Mar-11

'

'

Period over which the acquired entity is a customer of the company (years)

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'30 years

Forestry replacement parts purchased from Blount

'

'

'

'

'

'

$38,512,000

'

'

$9,729,000

'

'

$9,200,000

$8,879,000

Purchase price

'

'

'

'

'

'

190,502,000

190,500,000

'

14,244,000

14,200,000

'

23,900,000

23,936,000

Acquisition price, cash paid

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

19,200,000

'

Shares of common stock issued as part of purchase price of acquisition

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

309,834

'

'

Value of common stock issued as part of purchase price of acquisition

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

4,700,000

'

Cash on hand of acquired entity

'

'

'

'

'

'

230,000

200,000

'

1,275,000

1,300,000

'

5,100,000

5,126,000

Net cash outflow

'

0

0

217,362,000

190,300,000

'

'

'

13,000,000

'

'

'

14,100,000

'

Legal and other third party fees in conjunction with the acquisition

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

2,000,000

'

'

900,000

'

1,200,000

'

Debt assumed on acquisition

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

13,500,000

'

'

'

Negotiated enterprise value

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

185,000,000

'

'

'

'

'

'

Working capital adjustment

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

5,500,000

'

'

'

'

'

'

Expenses related to Woods/TISCO former CEO

'

'

'

'

'

700,000

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Management Fees

'

'

'

'

'

500,000

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Expenses attributed to Woods/TISCO

'

'

'

'

'

400,000

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Costs associated with the closure of a facility

'

'

'

'

'

300,000

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Fees associated with Woods/TISCO refinancing transaction

'

'

'

'

'

$300,000

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Facility_Closure_and_Restructu1

Facility Closure and Restructuring Costs (Details) (USD $)

12 Months Ended

3 Months Ended

6 Months Ended

12 Months Ended

3 Months Ended

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Jun. 30, 2014

Dec. 31, 2013

Jun. 30, 2014

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Jun. 30, 2014

Dec. 31, 2014

Dec. 31, 2014

Dec. 31, 2014

Dec. 31, 2014

2013 Facility Consolidation [Member]

2013 Facility Consolidation [Member]

2013 Facility Consolidation [Member]

2013 Facility Consolidation [Member]

2013 Facility Consolidation [Member]

2013 Facility Consolidation [Member]

2013 Facility Consolidation [Member]

2012 Facility Consolidation [Member]

2012 Facility Consolidation [Member]

2012 Facility Consolidation [Member]

2014 Facility Consolidation [Member]

Minimum

Minimum

Maximum

Maximum

Employee Severance [Member]

Facility Closing [Member]

Facility Closing [Member]

Restructuring Costs [Domain]

Cash transition costs including severance and moving [Member]

Non Cash Transition Costs [Member]

Facility Closing [Member]

Restructuring Costs [Domain]

Restructuring Costs [Domain]

2014 Facility Consolidation [Member]

2014 Facility Consolidation [Member]

2014 Facility Consolidation [Member]

2014 Facility Consolidation [Member]

Cost of sales [Member]

Facility Closing [Member]

Facility Closing [Member]

Facility Closing [Member]

Cost of sales [Member]

Facility Closing [Member]

Facility Closing [Member]

Restructuring Costs [Domain]

Non Cash Transition Costs [Member]

Restructuring Costs [Domain]

Non Cash Transition Costs [Member]

Facility Closing [Member]

Facility Closing [Member]

Facility Closing [Member]

Facility Closing [Member]

Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]

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Number of Plants Consolidated into One Plant

'2

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'

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'

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Facility Closure and Restructuring Costs (Textual) [Abstract]

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Costs associated in restructuring process

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'

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$500,000

$2,200,000

$8,200,000

$3,600,000

$4,600,000

$1,000,000

$0

$7,400,000

'

$1,000,000

$300,000

$1,500,000

$500,000

Restructuring Reserve

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'

$83,000

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'

Number of Plants Consolidated Into

'1

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Restructuring Completion Date

'

'second quarter of 2014

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'second quarter of 2014

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'

'

'

Inventories_Details

Inventories (Details) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Components of inventories	'	'
Raw materials and supplies	$21,476	$22,815
Work in progress	19,400	19,388
Inventory, Finished Goods, Net of Reserves	116,079	132,613
Inventory, Net	$156,955	$174,816

Property_Plant_and_Equipment_N2

Property, Plant, and Equipment, Net (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended	12 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Property, Plant and Equipment	'	'	'
Number of Plants Consolidated into One Plant	'	'2	'
Number of Plants Consolidated Into	'	'1	'
Impairment of Long-Lived Assets Held-for-use	$2,500,000	'	'
Schedule of property, plant, and equipment	'	'	'
Accumulated depreciation	'	-269,165,000	-245,897,000
Total property, plant, and equipment, net	'	164,194,000	177,702,000
Land [Member]	'	'	'
Schedule of property, plant, and equipment	'	'	'
Property, plant, and equipment, gross	'	6,371,000	9,075,000
Building and building improvements	'	'	'
Schedule of property, plant, and equipment	'	'	'
Property, plant, and equipment, gross	'	73,315,000	82,191,000
Machinery and equipment	'	'	'
Schedule of property, plant, and equipment	'	'	'
Property, plant, and equipment, gross	'	289,587,000	265,691,000
Office Equipment [Member]	'	'	'
Schedule of property, plant, and equipment	'	'	'
Property, plant, and equipment, gross	'	43,702,000	42,589,000
Transportation equipment	'	'	'
Schedule of property, plant, and equipment	'	'	'
Property, plant, and equipment, gross	'	1,076,000	1,126,000
Construction or equipment acquisitions in progress [Member]	'	'	'
Schedule of property, plant, and equipment	'	'	'
Property, plant, and equipment, gross	'	19,308,000	22,927,000
Land and Building [Member]	'	'	'
Property, Plant and Equipment	'	'	'
Impairment of Long-Lived Assets Held-for-use	$2,000,000	'	'

Deferred_Financing_Costs_Detai

Deferred Financing Costs (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Deferred financing costs and the related amortization expense	'	'
Beginning balance	$5,495	$5,716
Financing costs deferred	1,496	1,115
Amortization	-1,796	-1,336
Ending balance	$5,195	$5,495

Deferred_Financing_Costs_Detai1

Deferred Financing Costs (Details 1) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Scheduled amortization, assuming no further cost deferrals or prepayments of principal	'	'	'
2014	$1,948	'	'
2015	1,948	'	'
2016	1,299	'	'
Total scheduled amortization	$5,195	$5,495	$5,716

Intangible_Assets_Details

Intangible Assets (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Summary of intangible assets	'	'
Total with finite lives, Gross Amount	$117,253	$116,328
Goodwill	142,682	165,175
Trademarks and trade names	58,814	61,251
Total with indefinite lives	201,496	226,426
Total intangible assets, Gross Amount	318,749	342,754
Total with finite lives, Accumulated Amortization	48,926	34,418
Covenants not to compete [Member]	'	'
Summary of intangible assets	'	'
Total with finite lives, Accumulated Amortization	1,064	985
Finite-Lived Noncompete Agreements, Gross	1,112	1,112
Covenants not to compete [Member] | Minimum	'	'
Summary of intangible assets	'	'
Life in Years	'2 years	'
Covenants not to compete [Member] | Maximum	'	'
Summary of intangible assets	'	'
Life in Years	'4 years	'
Patents [Member]	'	'
Summary of intangible assets	'	'
Total with finite lives, Accumulated Amortization	1,988	1,554
Finite-Lived Patents, Gross	5,320	5,320
Patents [Member] | Minimum	'	'
Summary of intangible assets	'	'
Life in Years	'11 years	'
Patents [Member] | Maximum	'	'
Summary of intangible assets	'	'
Life in Years	'13 years	'
Manufacturing technology [Member]	'	'
Summary of intangible assets	'	'
Life in Years	'1 year	'
Other Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Gross	2,639	2,563
Total with finite lives, Accumulated Amortization	2,639	2,563
Customer relationships, including backlog [Member]	'	'
Summary of intangible assets	'	'
Total with finite lives, Accumulated Amortization	43,217	29,316
Finite-Lived Customer Relationships, Gross	107,633	107,333
Customer relationships, including backlog [Member] | Minimum	'	'
Summary of intangible assets	'	'
Life in Years	'10 years	'
Customer relationships, including backlog [Member] | Maximum	'	'
Summary of intangible assets	'	'
Life in Years	'19 years	'
Trademarks [Member]	'	'
Summary of intangible assets	'	'
Life in Years	'5 years	'
Total with finite lives, Accumulated Amortization	18	0
Indefinite-Lived Trademarks	$549	$0

Intangible_Assets_Details_1

Intangible Assets (Details 1) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Schedule of amortization expense for intangible assets	'	'	'
Amortization expense	$14,245	$15,196	$11,315

Intangible_Assets_Details_Text

Intangible Assets (Details Textual) (USD $)	3 Months Ended	12 Months Ended			3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011	Mar. 31, 2013	Mar. 31, 2012	Mar. 31, 2011	Mar. 31, 2013	Mar. 31, 2012	Mar. 31, 2011
					Impairment of Goodwill [Member]	Impairment of Goodwill [Member]	Impairment of Goodwill [Member]	Trade Names	Trade Names	Trade Names
Business Acquisition [Line Items]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Amortization expense for intangible assets in 2014	'	$12,100,000	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Amortization expense for intangible assets in 2015	'	10,700,000	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Amortization expense for intangible assets in 2016	'	9,300,000	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Amortization expense for intangible assets in 2017	'	7,600,000	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Amortization expense for intangible assets in 2018	'	6,300,000	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Impairment charges	0	24,879,000	0	0	22,800,000	0	0	2,100,000	0	0
Deduction of goodwill for tax purpose	'	35,000,000	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Accumulated tax amortization of deductible goodwill	'	$30,600,000	$26,300,000	'	'	'	'	'	'	'

Accrued_Expenses_Details

Accrued Expenses (Details) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Summary of accrued expenses	'	'
Salaries, wages, and related withholdings	$24,496	$23,147
Accrued taxes	7,352	9,769
Advertising	6,036	7,899
Accrued professional services fees	7,167	2,070
Employee benefits	5,448	6,550
Accrued customer incentive programs	5,301	4,933
Product liability reserves	3,272	2,905
Unrealized loss on derivative instruments	2,080	840
Product warranty reserve	1,741	1,914
Accrued Freight	1,265	2,775
Accrued interest	155	1,253
Other	6,118	6,322
Total accrued expenses	$70,431	$70,377

Debt_Details

Debt (Details) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Components of long-term debt	'	'
Term loans	$435,107	$516,250
Total debt	437,988	516,757
Less current maturities	-15,016	-15,072
Long-term debt, net of current maturities	422,972	501,685
Weighted average interest rate at end of period	2.68%	2.71%
Revolving Credit Facility [Member]	'	'
Components of long-term debt	'	'
Revolving credit facility borrowings	175,000	235,000
Term Loan One and Term Loan Two [Member]	'	'
Components of long-term debt	'	'
Term loans	260,107	281,250
Capital Lease Obligations [Member]	'	'
Components of long-term debt	'	'
Debt and capital lease obligation of PBL	$2,881	$507

Debt_Details_1

Debt (Details 1) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Aug. 05, 2011	Dec. 31, 2013
			PBL	August Two Thousand and Twelve of Senior Credit Facilities [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]	'	'	'	'
Business Acquisition, Purchase Price Allocation, Noncurrent Liabilities	'	'	$13,500,000	'
Summary of minimum principal payments	'	'	'	'
2014	'	'	'	14,654,000
2015	'	'	'	14,654,000
2016	'	'	'	405,799,000
Total debt	$437,988,000	$516,757,000	'	$435,107,000

Debt_Debt_Details_2

Debt Debt (Details 2) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Jul. 31, 2013
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]	'	'
2014	$481	'
2015	481	'
2016	481	'
2017	481	'
2018 and thereafter	1,411	'
Total payments under capital leases	3,335	'
Less: Amount representing interest	-454	-500
Present value of net minimum lease payments	2,881	'
Less current maturities of capital lease obligations	-362	'
Long-term capital lease obligations, net of current maturities	$2,519	'

Debt_Details_Textual

Debt (Details Textual) (USD $)

3 Months Ended

12 Months Ended

3 Months Ended

12 Months Ended

12 Months Ended

3 Months Ended

12 Months Ended

12 Months Ended

3 Months Ended

3 Months Ended

3 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2012

Dec. 31, 2013

Jul. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2011

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2013

Aug. 03, 2012

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2013

3-May-13

Dec. 31, 2013

Jun. 30, 2013

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2013

Mar. 28, 2014

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2013

Jul. 31, 2013

Aug. 05, 2011

Aug. 03, 2012

3-May-13

Mar. 31, 2013

Aug. 03, 2012

Aug. 03, 2012

Aug. 03, 2012

Aug. 03, 2012

Mar. 31, 2013

Mar. 31, 2013

Aug. 03, 2012

Aug. 03, 2012

Mar. 31, 2013

Long term Debt Interest, Including Swaps [Member]

Maximum

Maximum

Minimum

Minimum

August 2012 Amendment of Senior Credit Facilities [Member]

August 2012 Amendment of Senior Credit Facilities [Member]

August 2012 Amendment of Senior Credit Facilities [Member]

August 2012 Amendment of Senior Credit Facilities [Member]

May 2013 Amendment and Restatement of Senior Credit Facilities [Member]

May 2013 Amendment and Restatement of Senior Credit Facilities [Member]

May 2013 Amendment and Restatement of Senior Credit Facilities [Member]

May 2013 Amendment and Restatement of Senior Credit Facilities [Member]

May 2013 Amendment and Restatement of Senior Credit Facilities [Member]

March 2014 Amendment and Restatement of Senior Credit Facilities [Member] [Member]

Through June 30, 2013 [Member]

Through June Thirty Two Thousand and Fourteen [Member]

Through December Thirty One Two Thousand and Fourteen [Member]

Through December 31, 2013 [Member]

Through March 31, 2015 [Member]

Through September Thirty Two Thousand and Fifteen [Member]

Through December Thirty First Two Thousand and Fifteen [Member]

After March 31, 2015 [Member]

Woods Tisco [Member]

Woods Tisco [Member]

PBL

Cost of Sales [Member]

Cost of Sales [Member]

Maximum Leverage Ratio Range One [Member]

Maximum Leverage Ratio Range One [Member]

Maximum Leverage Ratio Range One [Member]

Maximum Leverage Ratio Range Two [Member]

Maximum Leverage Ratio Range Two [Member]

Maximum Leverage Ratio Range Two [Member]

Maximum Leverage Ratio Range Two [Member]

Maximum Leverage Ratio Range Three [Member]

Maximum Leverage Ratio Range Three [Member]

Maximum Leverage Ratio Range Three [Member]

Term Loan Interest Rate Swaps Portion [Member]

Term Loan Interest Rate Swaps Portion [Member]

Revolving Credit Facility [Member]

Term Loan A and Term Loan B [Member]

Term Loan A and Term Loan B [Member]

Revolving Credit Facility [Member]

Term Loan A and Term Loan B [Member]

Maximum

Minimum

May 2013 Amendment and Restatement of Senior Credit Facilities [Member]

May 2013 Amendment and Restatement of Senior Credit Facilities [Member]

May 2013 Amendment and Restatement of Senior Credit Facilities [Member]

May 2013 Amendment and Restatement of Senior Credit Facilities [Member]

May 2013 Amendment and Restatement of Senior Credit Facilities [Member]

May 2013 Amendment and Restatement of Senior Credit Facilities [Member]

May 2013 Amendment and Restatement of Senior Credit Facilities [Member]

May 2013 Amendment and Restatement of Senior Credit Facilities [Member]

August 2012 Amendment of Senior Credit Facilities [Member]

May 2013 Amendment and Restatement of Senior Credit Facilities [Member]

May 2013 Amendment and Restatement of Senior Credit Facilities [Member]

May 2013 Amendment and Restatement of Senior Credit Facilities [Member]

May 2013 Amendment and Restatement of Senior Credit Facilities [Member]

May 2013 Amendment and Restatement of Senior Credit Facilities [Member]

May 2013 Amendment and Restatement of Senior Credit Facilities [Member]

May 2013 Amendment and Restatement of Senior Credit Facilities [Member]

May 2013 Amendment and Restatement of Senior Credit Facilities [Member]

May 2013 Amendment and Restatement of Senior Credit Facilities [Member]

May 2013 Amendment and Restatement of Senior Credit Facilities [Member]

May 2013 Amendment and Restatement of Senior Credit Facilities [Member]

Maximum

Maximum

Maximum

Maximum

Maximum

Maximum

Maximum

Maximum

Revolving Credit Facility [Member]

Revolving Credit Facility [Member]

Revolving Credit Facility [Member]

Revolving Credit Facility [Member]

Revolving Credit Facility [Member]

Maximum

Minimum

Revolving Credit Facility [Member]

Revolving Credit Facility [Member]

Minimum

London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR) [Member]

London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR) [Member]

Index rate [Member]

London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR) [Member]

Index rate [Member]

Revolving Credit Facility [Member]

Revolving Credit Facility [Member]

London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR) [Member]

Index rate [Member]

Revolving Credit Facility [Member]

London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR) [Member]

London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR) [Member]

London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR) [Member]

Debt Instrument [Line Items]

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Capital Lease Term

'7 years

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Debt (Textual) [Abstract]

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Maturity date

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31-Aug-16

31-Aug-16

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'

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'

'

Fees and transaction costs

'

'

'

'

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'

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$1,200,000

'

'

'

$1,600,000

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$0

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$0

$100,000

'

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Unamortized deferred financing costs

'

5,195,000

'

5,495,000

5,716,000

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Total Available Borrowings through revolving credit facility

'

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400,000,000

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Additional borrowings available

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121,000,000

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Percentage of interest

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4.20%

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3.30%

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2.50%

1.50%

3.00%

2.00%

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3.50%

2.50%

'

Quarterly principal payment required

'

'

'

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3,700,000

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'

Final payment due on maturity date

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

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'

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'

219,800,000

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'

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Fixed charge coverage ratio

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1.15

1.1

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Maximum leverage ratio

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4.35

4.25

4

4.6

3.75

3.5

3.25

3

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4

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4.5

4

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4.5

Debt Instrument, Additional principal payment

'

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6,300,000

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'

Percentage of pledge of stock as additional collateral

'

65.00%

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'

'

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'

'

Long Term Debt, Interest Rate Swaps Portion

'

130,000,000

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'

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Interest Rate Swap Effective Date

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'June 2013

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Interest Rate Swap Effective End Date

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'August 2016

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'December 2014

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Long-term Debt, Weighted Average Interest Rate

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2.68%

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2.71%

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3.07%

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Debt assumed on acquisition

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13,500,000

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Capital lease obligations

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2,600,000

600,000

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Capital Leases, Future Minimum Payments Due, Next Twelve Months

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481,000

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400,000

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Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Effective Percentage

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5.17%

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Capital Leases, Future Minimum Payments, Interest Included in Payments

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$454,000

$500,000

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Income_Taxes_Details

Income Taxes (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Current	'	'	'
Federal	$8,407	$15,781	$16,249
State	683	1,685	1,116
Foreign	9,320	12,325	5,572
Deferred	'	'	'
Federal	-6,908	-6,598	155
State	389	-582	751
Foreign	833	-409	1,425
Provision for income taxes	$12,724	$22,202	$25,268

Income_Taxes_Details_1

Income Taxes (Details 1) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Deferred tax amounts directly to the components of stockholders' equity	'	'	'
Pension liability adjustment	($14,895)	$340	$15,340
Change in unrealized losses (gains)	-173	804	909
Stock options exercised	$302	$1,187	$877

Income_Taxes_Details_2

Income Taxes (Details 2) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Income before income taxes:	'	'	'
Domestic	($9,568)	$28,122	$50,357
Foreign	27,132	33,668	24,593
Income from continuing operations before taxes	$17,564	$61,790	$74,950

Income_Taxes_Details_3

Income Taxes (Details 3)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Reconciliation of the provision for income taxes from continuing operations	'	'	'
U.S. federal statutory income tax rate	35.00%	35.00%	35.00%
Impact of earnings of foreign operations	-11.40%	-2.60%	-2.20%
Income Tax Reconciliation, Nondeductible Expense, Impairment Losses	39.00%	0.00%	0.00%
Foreign withholding taxes	5.90%	1.20%	1.10%
Federal and state research tax credits	-1.60%	0.00%	-0.20%
State income taxes, net of federal tax benefit	5.80%	1.40%	2.20%
Permanent differences	-2.30%	-1.10%	-1.00%
Effective Income Tax Reconciliation, Deferred Taxes	0.80%	0.00%	2.30%
Change in uncertain tax positions	-9.90%	-0.60%	-4.60%
Acquisition transaction costs	0.00%	0.00%	1.90%
Other	-1.40%	-0.20%	1.50%
Effective income tax rate before valuation allowance	59.90%	33.10%	36.00%
Valuation allowance	12.50%	2.80%	-2.30%
Effective income tax rate after valuation allowance	72.40%	35.90%	33.70%

Income_Taxes_Details_4

Income Taxes (Details 4) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Deferred tax assets:	'	'
Employee benefits and compensation	$25,992	$35,522
Other accrued expenses	14,138	16,507
State net operating loss ("NOL") carryforwards	505	516
Foreign	6,332	7,149
Gross deferred tax assets	46,967	59,694
Less valuation allowance	-4,753	-2,552
Deferred tax assets net of valuation allowance	42,214	57,142
Deferred tax liabilities:	'	'
Property, plant, and equipment asset basis differences	-15,042	-15,379
Intangible asset basis differences	-53,134	-57,501
Foreign	-3,806	-3,095
Total deferred tax liabilities	-71,982	-75,975
Net deferred tax liability	($29,768)	($18,833)

Income_Taxes_Details_5

Income Taxes (Details 5) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011	Dec. 31, 2009
Reconciliation of the beginning and ending amount of unrecognized tax benefits	'	'	'	'
Balance at beginning of period	$5,783	$6,454	'	$11,905
Increase (decrease) for positions taken during a prior period	-112	0	1,485	'
Increase (decrease) for positions taken during the current period	1,800	-384	2,125	'
Settlements	-4,085	0	0	'
Statute of limitations expirations	-340	-287	-9,061	'
Balance at end of period	$3,046	$5,783	$6,454	$11,905

Income_Taxes_Details_Textual

Income Taxes (Details Textual) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Income Tax Additional Disclosure [Line Items]	'	'	'
Operating Loss Carryforwards	$11,200,000	'	'
Deferred Tax Assets, Valuation Allowance	4,753,000	2,552,000	'
Income Tax Reconciliation, Nondeductible Expense	6,800,000	'	'
Income Tax (Textual) [Abstract]	'	'	'
Unrecognized tax benefit that affect effective tax rate	3,000,000	5,800,000	6,500,000
Income Tax (Additional Textual) [Abstract]	'	'	'
Foreign tax credit carryforwards	2,200,000	1,900,000	'
Recognized income tax expense (benefit)	1,700,000	'	4,300,000
CRA and IRS extend the agreement	'2016	'	'
Undistributed earnings of international subsidiaries	235,200,000	'	'
Accrued interest and penalties related to uncertain tax position	200,000	2,100,000	1,800,000
Net income tax expense/benefit for interest and penalties related to uncertain tax positions	1,400,000	-300,000	400,000
Provision for income taxes	$12,724,000	$22,202,000	$25,268,000
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) [Member]	'	'	'
Income Tax (Textual) [Abstract]	'	'	'
Open tax year	'2008	'	'

Retirement_Plans_Details

Retirement Plans (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Change in benefit obligations:	'	'
Projected benefit obligations at beginning of year	($259,617)	($232,513)
Service cost	-5,112	-3,934
Interest cost	-10,348	-10,454
Actuarial losses	-22,397	24,379
Benefits and plan expenses paid	13,085	11,663
Projected benefit obligations at end of year	-239,595	-259,617
Change in plan assets:	'	'
Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year	218,695	190,329
Actual return on plan assets	9,492	22,826
Company contributions	7,525	17,203
Benefits and plan expenses paid	-13,085	-11,663
Fair value of plan assets at end of year	222,627	218,695
Net funded status at end of year	-16,968	-40,922
Pension Benefits [Member]	'	'
Change in plan assets:	'	'
Fair value of plan assets at end of year	$222,627	$218,695

Retirement_Plans_Details_1

Retirement Plans (Details 1) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Reconciliation of Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	'	'
Total fair value of plan assets	$222,627	$218,695	$190,329
Pension Benefits [Member]	'	'	'
Reconciliation of Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	'	'
Total fair value of plan assets	222,627	218,695	'
Pension Benefits [Member] | Quoted Price in Active Markets Inputs Level 1 [Member]	'	'	'
Reconciliation of Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	'	'
Total fair value of plan assets	2,327	799	'
Pension Benefits [Member] | Significant Other Observable Inputs Level 2 [Member]	'	'	'
Reconciliation of Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	'	'
Total fair value of plan assets	211,703	209,125	'
Pension Benefits [Member] | Significant Unobservable Inputs Level 3 [Member]	'	'	'
Reconciliation of Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	'	'
Total fair value of plan assets	8,597	8,771	8,125
Pension Benefits [Member] | Money market mutual funds [Member]	'	'	'
Reconciliation of Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	'	'
Total fair value of plan assets	2,327	799	'
Pension Benefits [Member] | Money market mutual funds [Member] | Quoted Price in Active Markets Inputs Level 1 [Member]	'	'	'
Reconciliation of Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	'	'
Total fair value of plan assets	2,327	799	'
Pension Benefits [Member] | Money market mutual funds [Member] | Significant Other Observable Inputs Level 2 [Member]	'	'	'
Reconciliation of Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	'	'
Total fair value of plan assets	0	0	'
Pension Benefits [Member] | Money market mutual funds [Member] | Significant Unobservable Inputs Level 3 [Member]	'	'	'
Reconciliation of Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	'	'
Total fair value of plan assets	0	0	'
Pension Benefits [Member] | Guaranteed insurance contracts [Member]	'	'	'
Reconciliation of Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	'	'
Total fair value of plan assets	3,348	3,015	'
Pension Benefits [Member] | Guaranteed insurance contracts [Member] | Quoted Price in Active Markets Inputs Level 1 [Member]	'	'	'
Reconciliation of Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	'	'
Total fair value of plan assets	0	0	'
Pension Benefits [Member] | Guaranteed insurance contracts [Member] | Significant Other Observable Inputs Level 2 [Member]	'	'	'
Reconciliation of Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	'	'
Total fair value of plan assets	0	0	'
Pension Benefits [Member] | Guaranteed insurance contracts [Member] | Significant Unobservable Inputs Level 3 [Member]	'	'	'
Reconciliation of Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	'	'
Total fair value of plan assets	3,348	3,015	'
Pension Benefits [Member] | U.S. large cap equity securities [Member]	'	'	'
Reconciliation of Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	'	'
Total fair value of plan assets	27,646	50,915	'
Pension Benefits [Member] | U.S. large cap equity securities [Member] | Quoted Price in Active Markets Inputs Level 1 [Member]	'	'	'
Reconciliation of Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	'	'
Total fair value of plan assets	0	0	'
Pension Benefits [Member] | U.S. large cap equity securities [Member] | Significant Other Observable Inputs Level 2 [Member]	'	'	'
Reconciliation of Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	'	'
Total fair value of plan assets	27,646	50,915	'
Pension Benefits [Member] | U.S. large cap equity securities [Member] | Significant Unobservable Inputs Level 3 [Member]	'	'	'
Reconciliation of Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	'	'
Total fair value of plan assets	0	0	'
Pension Benefits [Member] | U.S. small/mid cap equity securities [Member]	'	'	'
Reconciliation of Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	'	'
Total fair value of plan assets	7,765	4,794	'
Pension Benefits [Member] | U.S. small/mid cap equity securities [Member] | Quoted Price in Active Markets Inputs Level 1 [Member]	'	'	'
Reconciliation of Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	'	'
Total fair value of plan assets	0	0	'
Pension Benefits [Member] | U.S. small/mid cap equity securities [Member] | Significant Other Observable Inputs Level 2 [Member]	'	'	'
Reconciliation of Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	'	'
Total fair value of plan assets	7,765	4,794	'
Pension Benefits [Member] | U.S. small/mid cap equity securities [Member] | Significant Unobservable Inputs Level 3 [Member]	'	'	'
Reconciliation of Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	'	'
Total fair value of plan assets	0	0	'
Pension Benefits [Member] | International equity securities [Member]	'	'	'
Reconciliation of Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	'	'
Total fair value of plan assets	40,142	50,345	'
Pension Benefits [Member] | International equity securities [Member] | Quoted Price in Active Markets Inputs Level 1 [Member]	'	'	'
Reconciliation of Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	'	'
Total fair value of plan assets	0	0	'
Pension Benefits [Member] | International equity securities [Member] | Significant Other Observable Inputs Level 2 [Member]	'	'	'
Reconciliation of Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	'	'
Total fair value of plan assets	40,142	50,345	'
Pension Benefits [Member] | International equity securities [Member] | Significant Unobservable Inputs Level 3 [Member]	'	'	'
Reconciliation of Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	'	'
Total fair value of plan assets	0	0	'
Pension Benefits [Member] | Emerging markets equity securities [Member]	'	'	'
Reconciliation of Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	'	'
Total fair value of plan assets	3,636	4,324	'
Pension Benefits [Member] | Emerging markets equity securities [Member] | Quoted Price in Active Markets Inputs Level 1 [Member]	'	'	'
Reconciliation of Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	'	'
Total fair value of plan assets	0	0	'
Pension Benefits [Member] | Emerging markets equity securities [Member] | Significant Other Observable Inputs Level 2 [Member]	'	'	'
Reconciliation of Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	'	'
Total fair value of plan assets	3,636	4,324	'
Pension Benefits [Member] | Emerging markets equity securities [Member] | Significant Unobservable Inputs Level 3 [Member]	'	'	'
Reconciliation of Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	'	'
Total fair value of plan assets	0	0	'
Pension Benefits [Member] | U.S. debt securities [Member]	'	'	'
Reconciliation of Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	'	'
Total fair value of plan assets	101,828	71,281	'
Pension Benefits [Member] | U.S. debt securities [Member] | Quoted Price in Active Markets Inputs Level 1 [Member]	'	'	'
Reconciliation of Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	'	'
Total fair value of plan assets	0	0	'
Pension Benefits [Member] | U.S. debt securities [Member] | Significant Other Observable Inputs Level 2 [Member]	'	'	'
Reconciliation of Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	'	'
Total fair value of plan assets	101,828	71,281	'
Pension Benefits [Member] | U.S. debt securities [Member] | Significant Unobservable Inputs Level 3 [Member]	'	'	'
Reconciliation of Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	'	'
Total fair value of plan assets	0	0	'
Pension Benefits [Member] | International debt securities [Member]	'	'	'
Reconciliation of Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	'	'
Total fair value of plan assets	30,686	27,466	'
Pension Benefits [Member] | International debt securities [Member] | Quoted Price in Active Markets Inputs Level 1 [Member]	'	'	'
Reconciliation of Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	'	'
Total fair value of plan assets	0	0	'
Pension Benefits [Member] | International debt securities [Member] | Significant Other Observable Inputs Level 2 [Member]	'	'	'
Reconciliation of Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	'	'
Total fair value of plan assets	30,686	27,466	'
Pension Benefits [Member] | International debt securities [Member] | Significant Unobservable Inputs Level 3 [Member]	'	'	'
Reconciliation of Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	'	'
Total fair value of plan assets	0	0	'
Pension Benefits [Member] | Hedge funds [Member]	'	'	'
Reconciliation of Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	'	'
Total fair value of plan assets	5,249	5,756	'
Pension Benefits [Member] | Hedge funds [Member] | Quoted Price in Active Markets Inputs Level 1 [Member]	'	'	'
Reconciliation of Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	'	'
Total fair value of plan assets	0	0	'
Pension Benefits [Member] | Hedge funds [Member] | Significant Other Observable Inputs Level 2 [Member]	'	'	'
Reconciliation of Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	'	'
Total fair value of plan assets	0	0	'
Pension Benefits [Member] | Hedge funds [Member] | Significant Unobservable Inputs Level 3 [Member]	'	'	'
Reconciliation of Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	'	'
Total fair value of plan assets	$5,249	$5,756	'

Retirement_Plans_Details_2

Retirement Plans (Details 2) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified				Pension Benefits [Member]	Pension Benefits [Member]	Significant Unobservable Inputs Level 3 [Member]	Significant Unobservable Inputs Level 3 [Member]
						Pension Benefits [Member]	Pension Benefits [Member]
Summary of change in fair value of Level 3 plan assets	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year	$222,627	$218,695	$190,329	$222,627	$218,695	$8,771	$8,125
Actual return on assets:	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Relating to assets still held at end of year	'	'	'	'	'	-174	646
Relating to assets sold during the year	'	'	'	'	'	0	0
Purchases, sales, and settlements	'	'	'	'	'	0	0
Transfers in/out of Level 3	'	'	'	'	'	0	0
Fair value of plan assets at end of year	$222,627	$218,695	$190,329	$222,627	$218,695	$8,597	$8,771

Retirement_Plans_Details_3

Retirement Plans (Details 3) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Summary of projected benefit payments for these plans over the next ten years	'
2013	$1,699
2014	1,716
2015	1,765
2016	1,695
2017	1,678
2018 - 2022	8,138
Total estimated benefit payments over next ten years	16,691
Pension Benefits [Member]	'
Summary of projected benefit payments for these plans over the next ten years	'
2013	12,959
2014	9,893
2015	10,464
2016	11,057
2017	11,925
2018 - 2022	70,063
Total estimated benefit payments over next ten years	$126,361

Retirement_Plans_Details_4

Retirement Plans (Details 4) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Change in Benefit Obligations:	'	'
Projected benefit obligations at beginning of year	($259,617)	($232,513)
Service cost	-5,112	-3,934
Interest cost	10,348	10,454
Actuarial losses	-22,397	24,379
Benefits and plan expenses paid	13,085	11,663
Projected benefit obligations at end of year	-239,595	-259,617
Defined Benefit Non Qualified Plan [Member]	'	'
Change in Benefit Obligations:	'	'
Projected benefit obligations at beginning of year	-7,602	-7,594
Service cost	-55	-266
Interest cost	234	254
Actuarial losses	-106	168
Benefits and plan expenses paid	642	680
Projected benefit obligations at end of year	-7,143	-7,602
Net unfunded status at end of year	7,143	7,602
Amounts recognized on the Consolidated Balance Sheets:	'	'
Current liabilities	-649	-654
Non-current liabilities	-6,494	-6,948
Net liability recognized on the Consolidated Balance Sheets	$7,143	$7,602

Retirement_Plans_Details_5

Retirement Plans (Details 5) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Components of net periodic benefit cost:	'	'	'
Service cost	($5,112)	($3,934)	'
Interest cost	-10,348	-10,454	'
Expected return on plan assets	-15,414	-14,482	-13,914
Amortization of actuarial losses	7,975	8,567	5,131
Amortization of prior service cost	2	6	6
Total net periodic benefit cost recognized in consolidated statements of income	7,904	7,389	4,973
Recognized in accumulated other comprehensive loss:	'	'	'
Actuarial (gains) losses	-24,489	8,231	37,491
Prior service cost	-2	-6	-6
Total recognized in accumulated other comprehensive loss	24,487	-8,237	-37,497
Weighted average assumptions:	'	'	'
Discount rate used to determine net periodic benefit cost	4.20%	4.70%	5.60%
Discount rate used to determine year-end benefit obligations	4.80%	4.20%	4.70%
Expected return on assets used to determine net periodic benefit cost	7.30%	7.60%	7.70%
Rate of compensation increase	3.00%	3.00%	3.00%
Pension Benefits [Member]	'	'	'
Components of net periodic benefit cost:	'	'	'
Amortization of actuarial losses	7,523	7,232	4,294
Cost of Sales [Member]	'	'	'
Components of net periodic benefit cost:	'	'	'
Service cost	5,214	3,937	3,433
Interest cost	$10,583	$10,708	$11,166

Retirement_Plans_Details_6

Retirement Plans (Details 6)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Money market mutual funds [Member] | United States [Member]	'	'
Allocation of Pension Plan Assets and Target allocation	'	'
Percentage of Plan Assets Actual Allocation	2.00%	1.50%
Target Allocation	0.50%	'
U.S. large cap equity securities [Member] | United States [Member]	'	'
Allocation of Pension Plan Assets and Target allocation	'	'
Percentage of Plan Assets Actual Allocation	10.00%	10.40%
Target Allocation	26.40%	'
U.S. large cap equity securities [Member] | Canadian retirement plan [Member]	'	'
Allocation of Pension Plan Assets and Target allocation	'	'
Percentage of Plan Assets Actual Allocation	17.00%	17.30%
Target Allocation	17.00%	'
U.S. small/mid cap equity securities [Member] | United States [Member]	'	'
Allocation of Pension Plan Assets and Target allocation	'	'
Percentage of Plan Assets Actual Allocation	5.00%	5.20%
Target Allocation	3.20%	'
International equity securities [Member] | United States [Member]	'	'
Allocation of Pension Plan Assets and Target allocation	'	'
Percentage of Plan Assets Actual Allocation	6.50%	6.80%
Target Allocation	15.30%	'
International equity securities [Member] | Canadian retirement plan [Member]	'	'
Allocation of Pension Plan Assets and Target allocation	'	'
Percentage of Plan Assets Actual Allocation	42.00%	42.60%
Target Allocation	42.30%	'
Emerging markets equity securities [Member] | United States [Member]	'	'
Allocation of Pension Plan Assets and Target allocation	'	'
Percentage of Plan Assets Actual Allocation	1.00%	1.00%
Target Allocation	1.60%	'
Emerging markets equity securities [Member] | Canadian retirement plan [Member]	'	'
Allocation of Pension Plan Assets and Target allocation	'	'
Percentage of Plan Assets Actual Allocation	3.00%	3.00%
Target Allocation	2.90%	'
U.S. debt securities [Member] | United States [Member]	'	'
Allocation of Pension Plan Assets and Target allocation	'	'
Percentage of Plan Assets Actual Allocation	69.00%	68.60%
Target Allocation	47.10%	'
International debt securities [Member] | United States [Member]	'	'
Allocation of Pension Plan Assets and Target allocation	'	'
Percentage of Plan Assets Actual Allocation	3.00%	3.00%
Target Allocation	2.10%	'
International debt securities [Member] | Canadian retirement plan [Member]	'	'
Allocation of Pension Plan Assets and Target allocation	'	'
Percentage of Plan Assets Actual Allocation	38.00%	37.10%
Target Allocation	37.80%	'
Hedge funds [Member] | United States [Member]	'	'
Allocation of Pension Plan Assets and Target allocation	'	'
Percentage of Plan Assets Actual Allocation	3.50%	3.50%
Target Allocation	3.80%	'

Retirement_Plans_Details_7

Retirement Plans (Details 7) (Pension Benefits [Member], USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Pension Benefits [Member]	'	'	'
Total expenses recognized for defined contribution plans	'	'	'
Expense	$9,091	$8,653	$7,422

Retirement_Plans_Details_Textu

Retirement Plans (Details Textual) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]	'	'	'	'
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	$222,627,000	$218,695,000	$190,329,000
Retirement Plans (Textual) [Abstract]	'	'	'	'
Actuarial losses	5,800,000	-8,456,000	-8,573,000	-5,137,000
Canadian retirement plan [Member]	'	'	'	'
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]	'	'	'	'
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	0	0	'
United States [Member]	'	'	'	'
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]	'	'	'	'
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	148,600,000	151,400,000	'
Pension Benefits [Member]	'	'	'	'
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]	'	'	'	'
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	222,627,000	218,695,000	'
Retirement Plans (Textual) [Abstract]	'	'	'	'
Accumulated benefit obligations	'	215,700,000	235,500,000	'
Minimum	'	'	'	'
Retirement Plans (Textual) [Abstract]	'	'	'	'
Employers contribution to pension plans	'	7,000,000	'	'
Quoted Price in Active Markets Inputs Level 1 [Member] | Pension Benefits [Member]	'	'	'	'
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]	'	'	'	'
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	2,327,000	799,000	'
Significant Other Observable Inputs Level 2 [Member] | Pension Benefits [Member]	'	'	'	'
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]	'	'	'	'
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	211,703,000	209,125,000	'
Significant Unobservable Inputs Level 3 [Member] | Pension Benefits [Member]	'	'	'	'
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]	'	'	'	'
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	'	$8,597,000	$8,771,000	$8,125,000

Other_PostEmployment_Benefit_P2

Other Post-Employment Benefit Plans (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]	'	'	'
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Amendments	$11,577	$0	$0
Change in benefit obligations:	'	'	'
Projected benefit obligations at beginning of year	-259,617	-232,513	'
Service cost	5,112	3,934	'
Interest cost	10,348	10,454	'
Actuarial gains (losses), net	22,397	-24,379	'
Benefits and plan expenses paid	13,085	11,663	'
Projected benefit obligations at end of year	-239,595	-259,617	-232,513
Change in plan assets:	'	'	'
Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year	218,695	190,329	'
Company contributions	7,525	17,203	'
Benefits and plan expenses paid	-13,085	-11,663	'
Fair value of plan assets at end of year	222,627	218,695	190,329
Other Post-Retirement Benefits [Member]	'	'	'
Change in benefit obligations:	'	'	'
Projected benefit obligations at beginning of year	-44,009	-45,665	'
Service cost	-292	-355	'
Interest cost	1,423	1,765	'
Participant contributions	-2,246	-1,932	'
Actuarial gains (losses), net	7,352	1,706	'
Benefits and plan expenses paid	3,995	4,002	'
Projected benefit obligations at end of year	-25,046	-44,009	'
Change in plan assets:	'	'	'
Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year	0	0	'
Company contributions	1,749	2,070	'
Participant contributions	2,246	1,932	'
Benefits and plan expenses paid	-3,995	-4,002	'
Fair value of plan assets at end of year	0	0	'
Net unfunded status at end of year	-25,046	-44,009	'
Amounts recognized on the Consolidated Balance Sheets:	'	'	'
Current liabilities	-1,873	-2,588	'
Non-current liabilities	-23,173	-41,421	'
Net liability recognized on the Consolidated Balance Sheets	($25,046)	($44,009)	'

Other_PostEmployment_Benefit_P3

Other Post-Employment Benefit Plans (Details 1) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Summary of projected benefit payments for these plans, net of the estimated Medicare Part D subsidy expected to be received by the Company over the next ten years	'
Estimated Gross Benefit Payments for year 2013	$1,919
Estimated Gross Benefit Payments for year 2014	1,765
Estimated Gross Benefit Payments for year 2015	1,716
Estimated Gross Benefit Payments for year 2016	1,695
Estimated Gross Benefit Payments for year 2017	1,678
Estimated Gross Benefit Payments for year 2018-2022	8,138
Total Estimated Gross Benefit Payments over next ten years	16,911
Estimated Medicare Part D Subsidy for year 2013	220
Estimated Medicare Part D Subsidy for year 2014	0
Estimated Medicare Part D Subsidy for year 2015	0
Estimated Gross Benefit Payments for year 2016	0
Estimated Medicare Part D Subsidy for year 2017	0
Estimated Medicare Part D Subsidy for year 2018-2022	0
Total Estimated Medicare Part D Subsidy over next ten years	220
Estimated Net Benefit Payments for year 2013	1,699
Estimated Net Benefit Payments for year 2015	1,765
Estimated Net Benefit Payments for year 2014	1,716
Estimated Net Benefit Payments for year 2016	1,695
Estimated Net Benefit Payments for year 2017	1,678
Estimated Net Benefit Payments for year 2018-2022	8,138
Total estimated benefit payments over next ten years	$16,691

Other_PostEmployment_Benefit_P4

Other Post-Employment Benefit Plans (Details 2) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Components of net periodic benefit cost:	'	'	'	'
Service cost	'	($5,112)	($3,934)	'
Interest cost	'	-10,348	-10,454	'
Amortization of actuarial losses	'	-7,975	-8,567	-5,131
Defined Benefit Plan, Amortization of Prior Service Cost (Credit)	'	-2	-6	-6
Total net periodic benefit cost recognized in consolidated statements of income	'	7,904	7,389	4,973
Recognized in accumulated other comprehensive loss:	'	'	'	'
Actuarial (gains) losses	'	-24,489	8,231	37,491
Weighted average assumptions:	'	'	'	'
Discount rate used to determine net periodic benefit cost	'	4.20%	4.70%	5.60%
Discount rate used to determine year-end benefit obligations	'	4.80%	4.20%	4.70%
Other Post-Retirement Benefits [Member]	'	'	'	'
Components of net periodic benefit cost:	'	'	'	'
Service cost	'	292	355	'
Interest cost	'	-1,423	-1,765	'
Amortization of actuarial losses	'	-933	-1,303	-871
Defined Benefit Plan, Amortization of Prior Service Cost (Credit)	1,400	-479	0	0
Total net periodic benefit cost recognized in consolidated statements of income	'	2,154	3,423	3,104
Recognized in accumulated other comprehensive loss:	'	'	'	'
Actuarial (gains) losses	'	-8,284	-3,009	7,212
Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net Prior Service Cost (Credit), before Tax	'	-11,098	0	0
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Net of Tax	'	-19,382	-3,009	7,212
Weighted average assumptions:	'	'	'	'
Discount rate used to determine net periodic benefit cost	'	4.30%	4.30%	5.50%
Discount rate used to determine year-end benefit obligations	'	4.80%	4.00%	4.30%
Cost of Sales [Member]	'	'	'	'
Components of net periodic benefit cost:	'	'	'	'
Service cost	'	5,214	3,937	3,433
Interest cost	'	10,583	10,708	11,166
Cost of Sales [Member] | Other Post-Retirement Benefits [Member]	'	'	'	'
Components of net periodic benefit cost:	'	'	'	'
Service cost	'	277	355	261
Interest cost	'	$1,423	$1,765	$1,972

Other_PostEmployment_Benefit_P5

Other Post-Employment Benefit Plans (Details 3) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013
Change in assumed health care cost trend rates	'
1 % increase in effect on service and interest cost components	$211
1 % decrease in effect on service and interest cost components	205
1 % increase in effect on other post-retirement benefit obligations	2,265
1 % decrease in effect on other post-retirement benefit obligations	$1,880

Other_PostEmployment_Benefit_P6

Other Post-Employment Benefit Plans (Details Textual) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011	Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011	Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
					Other Post-Retirement Benefits [Member]	Other Post-Retirement Benefits [Member]	Other Post-Retirement Benefits [Member]	Other Post-Retirement Benefits [Member]	Defined Benefit Postretirement Health Coverage [Member]	Defined Benefit Postretirement Health Coverage [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Defined Benefit Plan, Accumulated Benefit Obligation	'	$11,577,000	$0	$0	'	'	'	'	'	'
Other Post-Employment Benefit Plans (Textual) [Abstract]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Number of unfunded post-retirement medical programs	'	'	'	'	'	2	'	'	'	'
Number of post-retirement death benefit plan	'	'	'	'	'	1	'	'	'	'
Accumulated other comprehensive loss expected to be recognized as a component of net periodic benefit cost	'	'	'	'	-800,000	'	'	'	'	'
Defined Benefit Plan, Amortization of Prior Service Cost (Credit)	'	-2,000	-6,000	-6,000	1,400,000	-479,000	0	0	'	'
Rate of increase in the cost of health care benefits	'	9.00%	10.00%	9.00%	'	'	'	'	'	'
Rate of increase in the cost of health care benefits for next fiscal year	'	7.50%	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Annual rate of increase in cost of health care benefits	6.00%	0.50%	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Change in assumed health care cost trend rates	'	1.00%	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net Prior Service Cost (Credit), before Tax	'	'	'	'	'	-11,098,000	0	0	'	7,400,000
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Net	'	71,982,000	75,975,000	'	'	'	'	'	'	4,200,000
Postemployment Benefits, Period Expense	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	$2,100,000	$700,000

Commitments_Details

Commitments (Details) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Future minimum rental commitments required under operating leases	'
2013	$8,683
2014	6,760
2015	5,507
2016	5,134
2017	4,657
2018 - beyond	19,632
Total operating lease commitments	$50,373

Commitments_Details_1

Commitments (Details 1) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Rentals charged to costs and expenses for continuing operations under cancelable and non-cancelable lease arrangements	'	'	'
Rental charges	$8,683	$6,076	$5,101

Commitments_Details_2

Commitments (Details 2) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011	Dec. 31, 2010
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Commitments [Abstract]	'	'	'	'
Standard Product Warranty Accrual	$1,741	$1,914	$1,539	$616
Guarantees and other commercial commitments	'	'	'	'
Letters of credit outstanding	3,248	'	'	'
Other financial guarantees	3,363	'	'	'
Total	$8,352	'	'	'

Commitments_Details_3

Commitments (Details 3) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Changes in the warranty reserve	'	'	'
Balance at beginning of period	$1,914	$1,539	$616
Warranty reserve of acquired businesses	0	0	785
Accrued warranty expense	887	3,215	631
Payments made (in cash or in-kind)	-1,060	-2,840	-493
Balance at end of period	$1,741	$1,914	$1,539

Commitments_Details_Textual

Commitments (Details Textual)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Maximum	'
Commitments (Textual) [Abstract]	'
Expiring period of Operating lease	'14 years
Minimum	'
Commitments (Textual) [Abstract]	'
Expiring period of Operating lease	'1 year

Contingent_Liabilities_Details

Contingent Liabilities (Details Textual) (USD $)	3 Months Ended		12 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2012	Jun. 30, 2008	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2011	Dec. 31, 2012
Contingent Liabilities (Textual) [Abstract]	'	'	'	'	'
Number of drums sent to Site	'	'	26	'	'
Aggregate number of drums the site contains	'	'	50,000	'	'
Recognized settlements charges	'	'	'	$0.10	'
Recognized settlements payment	0.1	'	'	'	'
Number of underground storage tanks	'	2	'	'	'
Initial reserve recognized at the time of acquisition	'	0	'	'	'
Accrued Product Liability and Environmental Remediation Costs	'	'	$6.30	'	$6.40

Accumulated_Other_Comprehensiv2

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011	Dec. 31, 2010
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items]	'	'	'	'
Stockholders' Equity Attributable to Parent	$154,400	$111,482	$69,465	$42,398
Defined Benefit Plan, Effect of Plan Amendment on Accumulated Benefit Obligation	7,387	'	'	'
Defined Benefit Plan, Amounts Recognized in Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net Gain (Loss), before Tax	7,387	'	'	'
Other comprehensive loss before reclassifications	18,768	'	'	'
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss to Consolidated Statement of Income	5,689	'	'	'
Net current period other comprehensive loss	31,844	'	'	'
Unrealized losses	514	-2,167	-2,463	'
Pensions and postretirement benefits	'	'	'	'
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items]	'	'	'	'
Accumulated other comprehensive loss, beginning of period	-81,983	'	'	'
Other comprehensive loss before reclassifications	16,230	'	'	'
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss to Consolidated Statement of Income	-5,357	'	'	'
Pension liability adjustment	28,974	'	'	'
Accumulated other comprehensive loss, end of period	-53,009	'	'	'
Unrealized losses on derivative instruments	'	'	'	'
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items]	'	'	'	'
Accumulated other comprehensive loss, beginning of period	-2,514	'	'	'
Other comprehensive loss before reclassifications	9	'	'	'
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss to Consolidated Statement of Income	-332	'	'	'
Unrealized losses	341	'	'	'
Accumulated other comprehensive loss, end of period	-2,173	'	'	'
Foreign currency translation	'	'	'	'
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items]	'	'	'	'
Accumulated other comprehensive loss, beginning of period	9,078	'	'	'
Other comprehensive loss before reclassifications	2,529	'	'	'
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss to Consolidated Statement of Income	0	'	'	'
Net current period other comprehensive loss	2,529	'	'	'
Accumulated other comprehensive loss, end of period	$11,607	'	'	'

Accumulated_Other_Comprehensiv3

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss (Details 1) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Line Items]	'	'	'
Cost of sales	$658,633	$671,451	$575,821
Provision for income taxes	12,724	22,202	25,268
Selling, General and Administrative Expense	173,516	170,535	157,856
Reclassifications out of accumulated other comprehensive income | Unrealized losses on derivative instruments	'	'	'
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Line Items]	'	'	'
Cost of sales	-501	-75	644
Provision for income taxes	169	28	-238
Net reclassifications for the period	-5,689	-5,655	-2,869
Reclassifications out of accumulated other comprehensive income | Pensions and postretirement benefits	'	'	'
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Line Items]	'	'	'
Provision for income taxes	2,618	2,959	1,856
Selling, General and Administrative Expense	-8,456	-8,573	-5,137
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income, Prior Service Cost [Member] | Pensions and postretirement benefits	'	'	'
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Line Items]	'	'	'
Selling, General and Administrative Expense	481	6	6
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income, net [Member] [Domain] | Unrealized losses on derivative instruments	'	'	'
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Line Items]	'	'	'
Cost of sales	-332	-47	406
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income, net [Member] [Domain] | Pensions and postretirement benefits	'	'	'
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Line Items]	'	'	'
Selling, General and Administrative Expense	($5,357)	($5,608)	($3,275)

Earnings_Per_Share_Data_Detail

Earnings Per Share Data (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Shares used in denominators of the basic and diluted earnings per share computations	'	'	'
Actual weighted average shares outstanding	49,478	49,170	48,701
Dilutive effect of common stock equivalents	644	729	733
Diluted weighted average common shares outstanding	50,122	49,899	49,434
Options and SARs excluded from computation as anti-dilutive because they are out-of-the money	2,414	1,783	1,337
Unvested restricted stock and restricted stock units ("RSUs") considered to be participating securities	175	147	124
Effect of allocation of undistributed earnings to participating securities under the two class method:	'	'	'
Basic earnings per share	$0	($0.01)	$0
Diluted earnings per share	($0.01)	$0	($0.01)

StockBased_Compensation_Detail

Stock-Based Compensation (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Assumption used to estimate fair value of SARs issued	'	'	'
Estimated average lives	'6 years	'6 years	'6 years
Risk-free interest rate	1.10%	1.20%	2.40%
Weighted average volatility	49.60%	49.60%	47.50%
Dividend yield	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%
Estimated forfeiture rate	2.70%	3.20%	5.50%
Weighted average exercise price	$13,830	$16,680	$15,100
Weighted average grant date fair value	$6,560	$7,930	$7,360
Minimum	'	'	'
Assumption used to estimate fair value of SARs issued	'	'	'
Expected volatility	49.40%	49.30%	48.40%
Maximum	'	'	'
Assumption used to estimate fair value of SARs issued	'	'	'
Expected volatility	49.60%	49.60%	49.50%

StockBased_Compensation_Detail1

Stock-Based Compensation (Details 1) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013
Summary of stock option and stock-settled SARs activity	'
Outstanding options and SARs at beginning of period, shares	3,810
SARs granted, shares	713
Options exercised, shares	-161
SARs exercised, shares	-60
Options forfeited or expired, shares	0
SARs forfeited or expired, shares	-102
Outstanding options and SARs at ending of period, shares	4,200
Outstanding options at end of period, shares	1,271
Outstanding SARs at end of period, shares	2,929
Options exercisable at end of period, shares	1,271
SARs exercisable at end of period	1,264
Outstanding options and SARs at beginning of period weighted average exercise price	$13.15
SARs granted weighted average exercise price	$13.83
Options exercised weighted average exercise price	$0
SARs exercised weighted average exercise price	$11.72
Options forfeited or expired weighted average exercise price	$0
SARs forfeited or expired weighted average exercise price	$13.47
Outstanding options and SARs at ending of period weighted average exercise price	$13.59
Outstanding options at end of period	$11.55
Outstanding SARs at end of period weighted average exercise price	$14.47
Options exercisable at end of period weighted average exercise price	$11.55
SARs exercisable at end of period	$13.64
Outstanding options and SARs at end of period weighted average contractual life (in years)	'5 years 6 months
Outstanding options at end of period weighted average contractual life (in years)	'4 years 2 months 12 days
Outstanding SARs at end of period weighted average contractual life (in years)	'6 years 1 month 6 days
Options exercisable at end of period weighted average contractual life (in years)	'4 years 2 months 12 days
SARs exercisable at end of period weighted average contractual life (in years)	'3 years 10 months 24 days
Outstanding options and SARs at end of period aggregate intrinsic value	$7,132
Outstanding options at end of period aggregate intrinsic value	4,587
Outstanding SARs at end of period aggregate intrinsic value	2,545
Options exercisable at end of period aggregate intrinsic value	4,587
SARs exercisable at end of period aggregate intrinsic value	$2,101

StockBased_Compensation_Detail2

Stock-Based Compensation (Details 2) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Summary of cash proceeds received from share based payment awards and other related activity	'	'	'
Intrinsic value of options exercised	$1,387	$3,522	$2,655
Estimated fair value of options and SARs that vested	3,250	3,993	3,747
Fair Value of RSUs Released from Restriction	1,421	40	611
Estimated Fair Value of RSUs that Vested	1,454	1,231	1,339
Stock-based compensation	5,607	5,592	4,441
Total tax benefit related to share-based compensation recognized	1,916	1,917	1,560
Total amount of cash received from exercises	804	1,152	1,041
Tax (expense) benefit realized from exercises	302	1,187	877
Cash used to settle equity instruments	$10	$0	$0

StockBased_Compensation_Detail3

Stock-Based Compensation (Details 3) (RSUs [Member], USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
RSUs [Member]	'	'	'
Summary of restricted stock awards activity	'	'	'
RSUs awarded	$135	$117	$112

StockBased_Compensation_Detail4

Stock-Based Compensation (Details Textual) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011	Apr. 25, 2006
Stock-Based Compensation (Textual) [Abstract]	'	'	'	'
Maximum number of shares that may be awarded under the 2006 Plan	'	'	'	4,236,919
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value	$13.82	$16.68	$15.13	'
Stock-Based Compensation (Additional Textual) [Abstract]	'	'	'	'
Vesting period of shares granted to employees	'3 years	'	'	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Expiration Date	'10 years	'	'	'
Total unrecognized stock-based compensation expense	$7,300,000	'	'	'
Weighted average period for recognition of stock-based compensation expense (months)	'22 months	'	'	'
Shares remained unused under the Company's previous plans transferred to the 2006 Plan	'	'	'	736,919
Method of Deriving Estimated Average Life of Stock Appreciation Rights	'The estimated average life of SARs granted in 2013, 2012, and 2011 was derived from the bsimplifiedb method, meaning one half the term of the instrument plus one additional year.	'	'	'
Stock Option [Member]	'	'	'	'
Stock-Based Compensation (Textual) [Abstract]	'	'	'	'
Maximum number of shares that may be awarded under the 2006 Plan	'	'	'	1,750,000
RSUs [Member]	'	'	'	'
Stock-Based Compensation (Textual) [Abstract]	'	'	'	'
RSUs awarded	$135,000	$117,000	$112,000	'

Segment_Information_Details

Segment Information (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended								12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Sep. 30, 2013	Jun. 30, 2013	Mar. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Sep. 30, 2012	Jun. 30, 2012	Mar. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Summary of selected financial information by segment	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Sales	$216,946,000	$230,628,000	$220,407,000	$232,615,000	$229,562,000	$232,736,000	$239,059,000	$226,309,000	$900,595,000	$927,666,000	$831,630,000
Operating income (expense)	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	37,521,000	79,280,000	97,953,000
Impairment charges	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	0	24,879,000	0	0
Depreciation and amortization	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	49,520,000	45,118,000	35,807,000
Capital expenditures	29,575,000	'	'	'	53,090,000	'	'	'	29,575,000	53,090,000	38,965,000
United States [Member]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Summary of selected financial information by segment	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Sales	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	411,373,000	407,967,000	308,593,000
Europe [Member]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Summary of selected financial information by segment	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Sales	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	222,487,000	241,884,000	229,103,000
China [Member]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Summary of selected financial information by segment	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Sales	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	43,103,000	44,412,000	45,134,000
Brazil [Member]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Summary of selected financial information by segment	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Sales	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	32,750,000	36,561,000	33,242,000
Canada [Member]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Summary of selected financial information by segment	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Sales	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	28,018,000	30,232,000	25,285,000
Russian Federation [Member]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Summary of selected financial information by segment	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Sales	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	18,623,000	26,040,000	23,375,000
All others, individually insignificant [Member]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Summary of selected financial information by segment	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Sales	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	144,241,000	140,570,000	166,898,000
FLAG	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Summary of selected financial information by segment	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Sales	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	613,105,000	650,480,000	659,883,000
Operating income (expense)	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	83,215,000	108,255,000	115,597,000
Impairment charges	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	3,292,000	0	0
Depreciation and amortization	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	27,318,000	26,574,000	24,663,000
Capital expenditures	25,583,000	'	'	'	46,215,000	'	'	'	25,583,000	46,215,000	37,359,000
FRAG [Member]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Summary of selected financial information by segment	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Sales	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	260,297,000	250,845,000	147,475,000
Operating income (expense)	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	-18,641,000	-7,495,000	4,474,000
Impairment charges	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	21,587,000	0	0
Depreciation and amortization	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	17,529,000	16,341,000	9,941,000
Capital expenditures	2,118,000	'	'	'	6,717,000	'	'	'	2,118,000	6,717,000	1,600,000
Corporate and other [Member]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Summary of selected financial information by segment	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Sales	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	27,193,000	26,341,000	24,272,000
Operating income (expense)	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	-27,053,000	-21,480,000	-22,118,000
Impairment charges	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	0	0	0
Depreciation and amortization	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	4,673,000	2,203,000	1,203,000
Capital expenditures	$1,874,000	'	'	'	$158,000	'	'	'	$1,874,000	$158,000	$6,000

Segment_Information_Details_1

Segment Information (Details 1) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Financial Information by segments and geographic region	'	'
Assets	$816,351	$905,291
Goodwill	142,682	165,175
Property, plant, and equipment, net	164,194	177,702
United States [Member]	'	'
Financial Information by segments and geographic region	'	'
Property, plant, and equipment, net	75,056	91,446
China [Member]	'	'
Financial Information by segments and geographic region	'	'
Property, plant, and equipment, net	45,337	41,610
Canada [Member]	'	'
Financial Information by segments and geographic region	'	'
Property, plant, and equipment, net	19,980	20,473
European Union [Member]	'	'
Financial Information by segments and geographic region	'	'
Property, plant, and equipment, net	13,075	12,154
Brazil [Member]	'	'
Financial Information by segments and geographic region	'	'
Property, plant, and equipment, net	10,320	11,532
All other [Member]	'	'
Financial Information by segments and geographic region	'	'
Property, plant, and equipment, net	426	487
FLAG	'	'
Financial Information by segments and geographic region	'	'
Assets	376,728	468,121
Goodwill	64,607	66,297
FRAG [Member]	'	'
Financial Information by segments and geographic region	'	'
Assets	375,020	374,856
Goodwill	78,061	98,865
Corporate and other [Member]	'	'
Financial Information by segments and geographic region	'	'
Assets	64,603	62,314
Goodwill	$14	$13

Segment_Information_Details_2

Segment Information (Details 2) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013
Summary of changes in goodwill	'
Beginning balance	$165,175
Impairment	-22,765
Effect of changes in foreign currency translation rates	272
Ending balance	142,682
FLAG	'
Summary of changes in goodwill	'
Beginning balance	66,297
Impairment	-1,912
Effect of changes in foreign currency translation rates	222
Ending balance	64,607
FRAG [Member]	'
Summary of changes in goodwill	'
Beginning balance	98,865
Impairment	-20,853
Effect of changes in foreign currency translation rates	49
Ending balance	78,061
Corporate and other [Member]	'
Summary of changes in goodwill	'
Beginning balance	13
Impairment	0
Effect of changes in foreign currency translation rates	1
Ending balance	$14

Segment_Information_Details_Te

Segment Information (Details Textual) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]	'
Entity-Wide Revenue, Major Customer, Amount	$0
FLAG	'
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]	'
Percentage of consolidated sales	68.10%
FRAG [Member]	'
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]	'
Percentage of consolidated sales	28.90%
Concrete Cutting and Finishing [Member]	'
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]	'
Percentage of consolidated sales	3.00%

Supplemental_Cash_Flow_Informa2

Supplemental Cash Flow Information (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Supplemental Cash Flow Information [Abstract]	'	'	'
Increase (Decrease) in Restricted Cash	$3,400,000	'	$2,600,000
Schedule of Supplemental cash flow information	'	'	'
Interest paid	18,074,000	16,574,000	16,961,000
Income taxes paid, net	25,317,000	24,672,000	24,827,000
Acquisition of equipment under capital lease	2,576,000	0	0
Payments to Acquire Other Property, Plant, and Equipment	97,000	-1,165,000	1,408,000
Debt assumed in connection with the acquisition of PBL	$0	$0	$13,497,000

Concentration_of_Credit_Risk_a2

Concentration of Credit Risk and Fair Value of Financial Instruments (Details) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Estimated fair values of senior credit facility loans	'	'
Senior credit facility debt, Carrying Amount	$435,107	$516,250
Senior credit facility debt, Fair Value	$426,405	$513,669

Concentration_of_Credit_Risk_a3

Concentration of Credit Risk and Fair Value of Financial Instruments (Details 2) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Accrued Liabilities [Member] | Carrying Value on Consolidated Balance Sheet [Member] | Interest rate hedge agreements [Member]	'	'
Summary of derivatives held by the company	'	'
Fair value of derivatives	($1,509)	($812)
Accrued Liabilities [Member] | Carrying Value on Consolidated Balance Sheet [Member] | Foreign currency hedge agreements [Member]	'	'
Summary of derivatives held by the company	'	'
Fair value of derivatives	-571	-28
Accrued Liabilities [Member] | Assets (Liabilities) Measured at Fair Value [Member] | Level 1 [Member] | Interest rate hedge agreements [Member]	'	'
Summary of derivatives held by the company	'	'
Fair value of derivatives	0	0
Accrued Liabilities [Member] | Assets (Liabilities) Measured at Fair Value [Member] | Level 1 [Member] | Foreign currency hedge agreements [Member]	'	'
Summary of derivatives held by the company	'	'
Fair value of derivatives	0	0
Accrued Liabilities [Member] | Assets (Liabilities) Measured at Fair Value [Member] | Level 2 [Member] | Interest rate hedge agreements [Member]	'	'
Summary of derivatives held by the company	'	'
Fair value of derivatives	-1,509	-812
Accrued Liabilities [Member] | Assets (Liabilities) Measured at Fair Value [Member] | Level 2 [Member] | Foreign currency hedge agreements [Member]	'	'
Summary of derivatives held by the company	'	'
Fair value of derivatives	-571	-28
Accrued Liabilities [Member] | Assets (Liabilities) Measured at Fair Value [Member] | Level 3 [Member] | Interest rate hedge agreements [Member]	'	'
Summary of derivatives held by the company	'	'
Fair value of derivatives	0	0
Accrued Liabilities [Member] | Assets (Liabilities) Measured at Fair Value [Member] | Level 3 [Member] | Foreign currency hedge agreements [Member]	'	'
Summary of derivatives held by the company	'	'
Fair value of derivatives	0	0
Other Liabilities [Member] | Carrying Value on Consolidated Balance Sheet [Member] | Interest rate hedge agreements [Member]	'	'
Summary of derivatives held by the company	'	'
Fair value of derivatives	-1,400	-3,148
Other Liabilities [Member] | Assets (Liabilities) Measured at Fair Value [Member] | Level 1 [Member] | Interest rate hedge agreements [Member]	'	'
Summary of derivatives held by the company	'	'
Fair value of derivatives	0	0
Other Liabilities [Member] | Assets (Liabilities) Measured at Fair Value [Member] | Level 2 [Member] | Interest rate hedge agreements [Member]	'	'
Summary of derivatives held by the company	'	'
Fair value of derivatives	-1,400	-3,148
Other Liabilities [Member] | Assets (Liabilities) Measured at Fair Value [Member] | Level 3 [Member] | Interest rate hedge agreements [Member]	'	'
Summary of derivatives held by the company	'	'
Fair value of derivatives	$0	$0

Concentration_of_Credit_Risk_a4

Concentration of Credit Risk and Fair Value of Financial Instruments (Details Textual) (USD $)	12 Months Ended					12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Jun. 13, 2011	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2012
			Senior Credit Facility Agreement [Member]	Interest Rate Swap [Member]	Interest Rate Swap [Member]	Foreign currency hedge agreements [Member]	Foreign currency hedge agreements [Member]	Interest rate cap [Member]
				Senior Credit Facility Agreement [Member]	Senior Credit Facility Agreement [Member]			Senior Credit Facility Agreement [Member]
				Minimum	Maximum
Concentration of Credit Risk and Fair Value of Financial Instruments (Textual) [Abstract]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Unrealized pre-tax loss on derivative contracts included in other comprehensive loss	'	'	'	'	'	$600,000	$28,000	'
Aggregate notional amount of Foreign currency contracts outstanding	40,000,000	45,500,000	'	'	'	'	'	'
Percentage of outstanding principal on term loans comprising interest rate agreements	'	'	35.00%	'	'	'	'	'
Interest rate payment determined by maximum LIBOR rate	'	'	'	3.30%	4.20%	'	'	7.50%
Term loan principal outstanding notional amount	'	103,700,000	'	'	'	'	'	'
Concentration of Credit Risk and Fair Value of Financial Instruments (Additional Textual) [Abstract]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Accounts receivable from customers of other countries	45.00%	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Number of customer representing more than 3% of accounts receivable	1	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Percentage of accounts receivable from major customer	6.50%	7.30%	'	'	'	'	'	'
Amount recognized from cash flow hedge due to ineffectiveness	0	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Long Term Debt, Interest Rate Swaps Portion	$130,000,000	'	'	'	'	'	'	'

Quarterly_Results_of_Operation

Quarterly Results of Operations (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended								12 Months Ended
In Thousands, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Sep. 30, 2013	Jun. 30, 2013	Mar. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Sep. 30, 2012	Jun. 30, 2012	Mar. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Summary of Unaudited Quarterly Results of Operations	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Sales	$216,946	$230,628	$220,407	$232,615	$229,562	$232,736	$239,059	$226,309	$900,595	$927,666	$831,630
Gross profit	55,688	62,508	60,662	63,105	62,543	62,928	68,078	62,665	241,962	256,215	255,809
Net income	($21,526)	$7,696	$9,330	$9,340	$8,984	$11,622	$13,101	$5,881	$4,840	$39,588	$49,682
Net income per share:	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Basic	($0.43)	$0.16	$0.19	$0.19	$0.18	$0.24	$0.27	$0.12	$0.10	$0.81	$1.02
Diluted	($0.42)	$0.15	$0.19	$0.19	$0.18	$0.23	$0.26	$0.12	$0.10	$0.79	$1.01

Quarterly_Results_of_Operation1

Quarterly Results of Operations (Details Textual) (USD $)	3 Months Ended								12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Sep. 30, 2013	Jun. 30, 2013	Mar. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Sep. 30, 2012	Jun. 30, 2012	Mar. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Business Acquisition Financial Results [Line Items]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Acquisition Accounting Effects	'	$3,700,000	$4,300,000	$4,400,000	'	'	'	'	'	'	$4,913,000
Quarterly Results of Operations (Textual) [Abstract]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Net income, As Reported	-21,526,000	7,696,000	9,330,000	9,340,000	8,984,000	11,622,000	13,101,000	5,881,000	4,840,000	39,588,000	49,682,000
Facility closure and restructuring costs	'	800,000	1,700,000	4,900,000	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Early extinguishment of debt	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	$0	$0	$3,871,000