|
Goodwill and Other Intangibles (Details) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified |
12 Months Ended | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Dec. 31, 2012
|
Dec. 31, 2011
|
May 31, 2012
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| Goodwill [Roll Forward] | |||
| Balance at beginning of year | $ 36,756 | $ 10,171 | |
| BNS sale of SWH to Steel Excel | (24,836) | 0 | |
| Impairment | (192) | 0 | |
| Other | 5 | (4) | |
| Balance at end of year | 63,622 | 36,756 | |
|
Steel Excel
|
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| Goodwill [Roll Forward] | |||
| Balance at beginning of year | 48,468 | ||
| Acquisition | 48,468 | 0 | |
| Balance at end of year | 48,468 | ||
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Hickman
|
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| Goodwill [Roll Forward] | |||
| Acquisition | 3,267 | 0 | |
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Other Companies
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| Goodwill [Roll Forward] | |||
| Acquisition | 154 | 0 | |
|
SWH
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| Goodwill [Roll Forward] | |||
| Acquisition | 0 | 24,836 | |
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Tiger Claw
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| Goodwill [Roll Forward] | |||
| Acquisition | $ 0 | $ 1,753 | |