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Summary of significant accounting policies (Tables) | 6 Months Ended
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Jun. 30, 2014
Accounting Policies [Abstract] |
Schedule Of Property, Plant And Equipment Estimated Useful Lives [Table Text Block] | Depreciation is computed on a straight-line basis, based on the following estimated useful lives:
Buildings | 20 years |
Machinery and equipment | 10 years |
Furniture and fixtures | 10 years |
Office equipment and software | 5 years |

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