RATIONALIZATION AND ASSET IMPAIRMENTS (Summary of Activity Related to Rationalization Liabilities by Segment) (Details) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2024 USD ($)
Activity related to the rationalization liabilities by segment
Balance at the beginning of the period	$ 15,086
Payments and other adjustments	(9,440)
Charged to expense	4,541
Balance at the end of the period	10,187
International Welding
Activity related to the rationalization liabilities by segment
Balance at the beginning of the period	15,086
Payments and other adjustments	(8,290)
Charged to expense	3,005
Balance at the end of the period	9,801
The Harris Products Group
Activity related to the rationalization liabilities by segment
Balance at the beginning of the period	0
Payments and other adjustments	(1,150)
Charged to expense	1,536
Balance at the end of the period	$ 386