Acquisitions (Schedule of Asset Acquisition) (Details) $ in Thousands	Aug. 28, 2018 USD ($)
Business Combinations [Abstract]
Land	$ 6,104
Buildings	8,401
Machinery and equipment	18,616
Equipment in process	12,633
Total property, plant and equipment	$ 45,754

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