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Commitments and Contingencies Narrative (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | 3 Months Ended |
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Mar. 29, 2014 Fiberweb | Oct. 01, 2011 Equipment [Member]
Capital Leased Assets [Line Items] |  |
Capital lease assets |  | $ 53.6
Capital lease annual payment |  | 8.3
Capital leases future minimum payments due |  | 58
Lease period | 10 years |
Financing obligations | $ 19.7 |

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