FIXED ASSETS (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 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	23,085	20,586
Furniture and fixtures	5,444	5,246
Construction in progress	673	422
Total fixed assets, at cost	41,984	39,008
Accumulated depreciation	(24,864)	(21,122)
Fixed assets, net	$ 17,120	$ 17,886