Basis of Preparation - Cash and Cash Equivalents (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 2012
Chart Cryogenic Distribution Equipment Co. Ltd. [Member]
Restricted Cash and Cash Equivalents Items [Line Items]
Restricted cash on deposit	$ 1,055
Chart Cryogenic Engineering Systems Co., Ltd. [Member]
Restricted Cash and Cash Equivalents Items [Line Items]
Restricted cash on deposit	$ 844

- Definition

The carrying amounts of cash and cash equivalent items which are restricted as to withdrawal or usage. Restrictions may include legally restricted deposits held as compensating balances against borrowing arrangements, contracts entered into with others, or entity statements of intention with regard to particular deposits; however, time deposits and short-term certificates of deposit are not generally included in legally restricted deposits. Excludes compensating balance arrangements that are not agreements which legally restrict the use of cash amounts shown on the balance sheet. This element is for unclassified presentations; for classified presentations there is a separate and distinct element.

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