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Contingencies (Tables)
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2015
Contingencies [Abstract]  
Warranty Accrual Activity
Roper's consolidated financial statements include accruals for potential product liability and warranty claims based on its claims experience. Such costs are accrued at the time revenue is recognized. A summary of the warranty accrual activity for the nine months ended September 30, 2015 is presented below (in thousands):
 
Balance at December 31, 2014
 
$
9,537
 
Additions charged to costs and expenses
  
9,570
 
Deductions
  
(9,512
)
Other
  
(487
)
Balances at September 30, 2015
 
$
9,108