DERIVATIVES AND RISK MANAGEMENT (Derivatives Designated as Fair Value Hedging Instruments) (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		6 Months Ended
	Feb. 28, 2015	Feb. 28, 2014	Feb. 28, 2015	Feb. 28, 2014
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Gain (loss) before income taxes for fair value hedges	$ 305	$ (813)	$ 1,284	$ (1,053)
Foreign exchange | Net sales
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Gain (loss) before income taxes for fair value hedges	534	140	359	27
Foreign exchange | Cost of goods sold
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Gain (loss) before income taxes for fair value hedges	$ (229)	$ (953)	$ 925	$ (1,080)