FIXED ASSETS (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 28, 2012	Sep. 30, 2012
Land and improvements	$ 1,556	$ 1,556
Buildings and improvements	9,852	9,852
Leasehold improvements	1,374	1,374
Machinery and equipment	23,449	23,085
Furniture and fixtures	5,451	5,444
Construction in progress	1,513	673
Total fixed assets, at cost	43,195	41,984
Accumulated depreciation	(25,877)	(24,864)
Fixed assets, net	$ 17,318	$ 17,120