Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) Narrative (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2016	Mar. 31, 2015
Foreign Exchange Gains (Losses) From Translation Of Actuarial Losses Prior Service Credit And Transition Obligation	$ (1.2)	$ (18.7)

Foreign Exchange Gains (Losses) From Translation Of Actuarial Losses Prior Service Credit And Transition Obligation

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