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INVENTORIES - Summary of inventories (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
INVENTORIES
Raw materials and supplies	$ 15,952	$ 17,205
Work in process	6,711	6,597
Finished goods	3,854	4,357
Total inventories	$ 26,517	$ 28,159

Carrying amount, net of reserves and adjustments, as of the balance sheet date of merchandise or goods which are partially completed. This inventory is generally comprised of raw materials, labor and factory overhead costs, which require further materials, labor and overhead to be converted into finished goods, and which generally require the use of estimates to determine percentage complete and pricing.

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