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Note 2 - Dispositions and Exit Activities (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | 3 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended
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Jul. 03, 2011 | Dec. 31, 2010 | Jul. 01, 2012 | Jul. 03, 2011
Restructuring And Related Costs, Executed Letters Of Intent |  |  | 1 |
Restructuring and Related Cost, Expected Number of Positions Eliminated |  |  | 30 |
Asset Impairment Charges (in Dollars) | $ 472 | $ 13,793 |  | $ 941
Restructuring and Related Cost, Number of Positions Eliminated | 40 |  |  |
Restructuring and Related Cost, Number of Facilities Closed | 5 |  |  |

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