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GOODWILL AND OTHER INTANGIBLES (Details) - Summary of Gross Carrying Value and Accumulated Amortization of Intangible Assets (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | 3 Months Ended |
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Dec. 31, 2013 | Sep. 30, 2013
GOODWILL AND OTHER INTANGIBLES (Details) - Summary of Gross Carrying Value and Accumulated Amortization of Intangible Assets [Line Items] |  |
Gross Carrying Amount | $ 179,050 | $ 173,789
Accumulated Amortization | 33,753 | 31,965
Trademarks | 80,782 | 79,567
Total intangible assets | 259,832 | 253,356
Total intangible assets | 33,753 | 31,965
Customer Relationships [Member] |  |
GOODWILL AND OTHER INTANGIBLES (Details) - Summary of Gross Carrying Value and Accumulated Amortization of Intangible Assets [Line Items] |  |
Gross Carrying Amount | 172,246 | 166,985
Accumulated Amortization | 30,706 | 29,049
Average Life | 25 years |
Total intangible assets | 30,706 | 29,049
Unpatented Technology [Member] |  |
GOODWILL AND OTHER INTANGIBLES (Details) - Summary of Gross Carrying Value and Accumulated Amortization of Intangible Assets [Line Items] |  |
Gross Carrying Amount | 6,804 | 6,804
Accumulated Amortization | 3,047 | 2,916
Average Life | 12 years 6 months |
Total intangible assets | $ 3,047 | $ 2,916

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