FIXED ASSETS (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Jun. 29, 2012	Sep. 30, 2011
Land and improvements	$ 1,556	$ 1,556
Buildings and improvements	9,852	9,824
Leasehold improvements	1,374	1,374
Machinery and equipment	22,866	20,586
Furniture and fixtures	5,396	5,246
Construction in progress	352	422
Total fixed assets, at cost	41,396	39,008
Accumulated depreciation	(23,873)	(21,122)
Net fixed assets	$ 17,523	$ 17,886