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Inventories - Additional Information (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2013 | Dec. 31, 2012 | Dec. 31, 2011
Inventory Disclosure [Abstract] |  |  |
Inventory related excess and obsolete charges | $ 21,671 | $ 15,028 | $ 14,857
Special charges for obsolete inventory | $ 6,423 |  |

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