ACCUMULATED OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS) Narrative (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended	9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2018	Sep. 30, 2017	Sep. 30, 2018	Sep. 30, 2017
Equity [Abstract]
Foreign exchange gains (losses)	$ 1.2	$ 5.0	$ (2.5)	$ 14.8

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

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