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Note 8 - Derivative Instruments - Impact from Derivatives on Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended		6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2020	Jun. 30, 2019	Jun. 30, 2020	Jun. 30, 2019
Net Gain (Loss) Recognized	$ (394)	$ (22)	$ (596)	$ (31)
Interest Rate Swap [Member]
Net Gain (Loss) Recognized	(394)	(22)	(596)	(31)
Metal Swaps [Member]
Net Gain (Loss) Recognized	85	3	(27)	133
Embedded Customer Derivatives [Member]
Net Gain (Loss) Recognized	$ (85)	$ (3)	$ 27	$ (133)

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Total amount of gain (loss) derived from fair value hedges recognized in earnings in the period.

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-Section 50
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