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Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets - Summary of Changes in Carrying Amount of Goodwill (Detail) $ in Thousands | 3 Months Ended
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Jan. 31, 2019 USD ($)
Goodwill [Line Items] |
Beginning balance | $ 1,608,018
Acquisitions | 870
Currency effect | 2,466
Ending balance | 1,611,354
Adhesive Dispensing Systems [Member] |
Goodwill [Line Items] |
Beginning balance | 388,991
Currency effect | 1,377
Ending balance | 390,368
Advanced Technology Systems [Member] |
Goodwill [Line Items] |
Beginning balance | 1,194,969
Acquisitions | 870
Currency effect | 1,089
Ending balance | 1,196,928
Industrial Coating Systems [Member] |
Goodwill [Line Items] |
Beginning balance | 24,058
Ending balance | $ 24,058

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