Note 5 - Accounts Receivable, Concentrations of Credit Risk and Inventories (Detail) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Aug. 31, 2012
Local Government Entity [Member]
Aug. 31, 2011
Local Government Entity [Member]
Nov. 30, 2012
Government [Member]
Aug. 31, 2012
Government [Member]
Accounts Receivable, Gross, Current $ 9.0 $ 9.0    
Accounts Receivable, Net     41.0 51.0
Costs in Excess of Billings on Uncompleted Contracts or Programs     $ 218.5 $ 242.8