INVESTMENTS IN UNCONSOLIDATED COMPANIES (Details 2) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
Mar. 30, 2014	Mar. 31, 2013
Condensed financial information
Net revenues	$ 135,105	$ 118,196
Gross profit	121,584	107,428
Operating income	25,542	19,975
Net income	$ 25,562	$ 24,064
Minimum
INVESTMENTS IN UNCONSOLIDATED COMPANIES
Proportionate share of net loss before taxes (as a percent)	20.00%

The amount of gross profit from equity method investments of the entity.

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The amount of net income (loss) from equity method investments of the entity.

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The amount of operating income (loss) from equity method investments of the entity.

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The amount of revenue from equity method investments of the entity.

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Represents the proportionate share in consolidated net income (loss) before taxes in affiliates subsidiaries associates and joint ventures.

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