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Schedule of Major Classifications of Inventories (Detail) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Jul. 31, 2014
Jul. 31, 2013
Inventory [Line Items]    
Finished products $ 27,424 $ 9,888
Work in process 49,537 36,188
Raw materials 122,150 99,154
Chassis 45,231 34,108
Subtotal 244,342 179,338
Excess of FIFO costs over LIFO costs (27,988) (26,302)
Total inventories $ 216,354 $ 153,036