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CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (Parenthetical) (USD $)
In Thousands, except Share data, unless otherwise specified |
Apr. 30, 2012
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Oct. 31, 2011
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| Trade accounts receivable, allowance | $ 12,190 | $ 13,485 |
| Property, plant and equipment, accumulated depreciation | 111,388 | 97,819 |
| Other intangible assets, accumulated amortization | $ 89,683 | $ 78,669 |
| Common stock, par value | $ 0.01 | $ 0.01 |
| Common stock, shares authorized | 100,000,000 | 100,000,000 |
| Common stock, shares issued | 54,060,072 | 53,333,071 |