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Business Segment and Geographical Information - Additional Information (Details) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended
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Jan. 02, 2016 USD ($) Segment | Jan. 03, 2015 USD ($) | Dec. 28, 2013 USD ($)
Segment Reporting [Abstract] |  |  |
Number of reportable segments | Segment | 2 |  |
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] |  |  |
Net restructuring and other expense (income) | $ 515 | $ 805 | $ 103
Operating Segments | Papermaking systems segment |  |  |
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] |  |  |
Net restructuring and other expense (income) | $ 500 | $ 800 | $ 100

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- Definition Restructuring and other costs consist principally of severance costs; abandoned facility and other expenses of real estate consolidation; and, in some periods, may also include gains and losses on the sale of real estate. + References No definition available. + Details
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