Inventories - Additional Information (Detail)	3 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2016 USD ($)
Three to Four Years Old Inventory [Member]
Inventory [Line Items]
Carrying value reduction in inventory, percentage	50.00%
Inventory, minimum time period on the shelf, years	3 years
Inventory, maximum time period on the shelf, years	4 years
Four to Five Years Old Inventory [Member]
Inventory [Line Items]
Carrying value reduction in inventory, percentage	75.00%
Inventory, minimum time period on the shelf, years	4 years
Inventory, maximum time period on the shelf, years	5 years
Greater Than Five Years Old Inventory [Member]
Inventory [Line Items]
Inventory, minimum time period on the shelf, years	5 years
Inventory valuation estimate	$ 0

Represents the inventory valuation estimate amount after accounting for inventories related to obsolescence, excessive levels, deterioration, possible alternative uses and other factors in determining net realizable value. Inventories are valued at the lower of cost or market, with cost being determined principally by using the last-in, first-out (LIFO) method and market defined as replacement cost for raw materials and net realizable value for work in process and finished goods. Appropriate consideration is given to obsolescence, excessive levels, deterioration, possible alternative uses and other factors in determining net realizable value. The cost of work in process and finished goods includes materials, direct labor, variable costs and overhead. The Company evaluates the need to record inventory adjustments on all inventories, including raw material, work in process, finished goods, spare parts and used equipment. Used equipment acquired by the Company on trade-in from customers is carried at estimated net realizable value.

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