v2.4.0.6

Condensed Consolidating Financial Statements (Details Textual) | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2011 | Dec. 31, 2010 | Dec. 31, 2009
Condensed Consolidating Financial Statements (Textual) |  |  |
Percentage owner in subsidiary guarantors | 100.00% | 100.00% | 100.00%

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