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Commitments and Contingencies (Narrative) (Details) | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2024 USD ($)
Commitments And Contingencies [Line Items] |
Outstanding performance bonds | $ 907,634,000
Revenue value remaining from outstanding performance bonds | 381,216,000
Minimum [Member] |
Commitments And Contingencies [Line Items] |
Bids bond range | $ 1,000,000
Warranty periods | 1 year
Maximum [Member] |
Commitments And Contingencies [Line Items] |
Bids bond range | $ 10,000,000
Warranty periods | 3 years

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