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Inventories (Schedule Of Inventories) (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Apr. 30, 2012	Oct. 31, 2011
Inventories [Abstract]
Raw materials	$ 67,724	$ 62,832
Work-in-process	12,746	15,440
Finished goods	205,599	175,312
Inventories, net	$ 286,069	$ 253,584

Carrying amount, net of reserves and adjustments, as of the balance sheet date of merchandise or goods which are partially completed. This inventory is generally comprised of raw materials, labor and factory overhead costs, which require further materials, labor and overhead to be converted into finished goods, and which generally require the use of estimates to determine percentage complete and pricing.

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