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Commitments and Contingencies 5 (Details) (USD $) | Dec. 31, 2010 | Dec. 31, 2009
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Lease Commitments And Purchase Agreements [Abstract] |  |
Accrual for legal proceedings and unasserted claims | $ 1,500,000 | $ 1,500,000

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