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RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT EXPENSES
6 Months Ended
Apr. 30, 2013
Research and Development [Abstract]  
Research, Development, and Computer Software Disclosure [Text Block]
RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT EXPENSES

Cost of sales for the six months ended April 30, 2013 and 2012 includes approximately $15.0 million and $14.9 million, respectively, of new product research and development expenses. Cost of sales for the three months ended April 30, 2013 and 2012 includes approximately $7.7 million and $8.4 million, respectively, of new product research and development expenses.