FIXED ASSETS (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Jun. 28, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012
Land and improvements	$ 1,556	$ 1,556
Buildings and improvements	10,947	9,852
Leasehold improvements	1,374	1,374
Machinery and equipment	25,393	23,085
Furniture and fixtures	5,907	5,444
Construction in progress	1,164	673
Total fixed assets, at cost	46,341	41,984
Accumulated depreciation	(28,025)	(24,864)
Fixed assets, net	$ 18,316	$ 17,120