ACQUISITIONS OF BUSINESSES (Schedule of Pro Forma Results) (Details) - Milltronics Manufacturing And Takumi Machinery [Member] - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended	9 Months Ended
Jul. 31, 2015	Jul. 31, 2014	Jul. 31, 2015	Jul. 31, 2014
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Sales and service fees	$ 59,244	$ 66,358	$ 181,048	$ 193,589
Net Income (loss)	$ (17)	$ 3,418	$ 6,944	$ 7,521

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