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Note 15 - Commitments and Contigencies (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 29, 2013 | Dec. 30, 2012 | Jan. 01, 2012
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract] |  |  |
Operating Leases, Rent Expense | $ 24.5 | $ 22.8 | $ 21.7
Rental Expenses Related To Discontinued Operations |  | $ 2.6 | $ 3.2

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- Definition Rental Expenses Related To Discontinued Operations + References No definition available. + Details
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Data Type: | xbrli:monetaryItemType
Balance Type: | debit
Period Type: | duration

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- Definition Amount of rent expense incurred for leased assets, including but not limited to, furniture and equipment, that is not directly or indirectly associated with the manufacture, sale or creation of a product or product line. + References No definition available. + Details
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