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Currency exchange losses, net

10,677

11,344

14,116

5,452

3,192

3,051

Costs and Expenses, Total

991,750

991,976

1,017,197

Income from continuing operations before income taxes

^[1]

120,133

129,343

101,075

Provision for income taxes

^[1]

35,145

41,401

33,807

Net Income (Loss), Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest

Income from continuing operations

84,988

87,942

67,268

Income from discontinued operations

3,061

3,819

2,777

Net income

88,049

91,761

70,045

Net loss (income) attributable to noncontrolling interests

198

(1,124)

(193)

Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Parent

Income from continuing operations

85,858

87,557

67,518

Income from discontinued operations

2,389

3,080

2,334

Net income attributable to Mine Safety Appliances Company

$ 88,247

$ 90,637

$ 69,852

Earnings Per Share, Basic

Income from continuing operations, Basic (dollars per share)

$ 2.31

^[2]

$ 2.37

^[2]

$ 1.85

Income from discontinued operations, Basic (dollars per share)

0.06

^[2]

0.08

^[2]

0.06

Basic

2.37

2.45

1.91

Earnings Per Share, Diluted

Income from continuing operations, Diluted (dollars per share)

2.28

^[2]

2.34

^[2]

1.81

Income from discontinued operations, Diluted (dollars per share)

0.06

^[2]

0.08

^[2]

0.06

Diluted

$ 2.34

$ 2.42

$ 1.87

[1]	The components of income before income taxes and the provision for income taxes relate to continuing operations.
[2]	Per share amounts are calculated independently for each period presented; therefore, the sum of the quarterly per share amounts may not equal the per share amounts for the year.

Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Statement of Comprehensive Income [Abstract]
Net income	$ 88,049	$ 91,761	$ 70,045
Foreign currency translation adjustments	(7,281)	3,846	(15,980)
Pension and post-retirement plan adjustments	54,951	(28,018)	(44,218)
Comprehensive income	135,719	67,589	9,847
Comprehensive loss (income) attributable to noncontrolling interests	1,331	(840)	1,137
Comprehensive income attributable to Mine Safety Appliances	$ 137,050	$ 66,749	$ 10,984

Consolidated Balance Sheet - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Current Assets
Cash and cash equivalents	$ 96,265	$ 82,718
Trade receivables, less allowance for doubtful accounts of $7,306 and $7,402	200,364	191,289
Inventories	136,837	136,300
Deferred tax assets	22,458	17,727
Income taxes receivable	9,181	6,342
Prepaid expenses and other current assets	35,861	29,172
Total current assets	500,966	463,548
Property, Plant, and Equipment	152,755	147,465
Prepaid pension cost	121,054	42,818
Deferred tax assets	14,996	17,018
Goodwill	260,134	258,400
Intangible assets	35,029	38,648
Other noncurrent assets	149,336	143,849
Total assets	1,234,270	1,111,746
Current Liabilities
Notes payable and current portion of long-term debt	7,500	6,823
Accounts payable	66,902	59,519
Employees' compensation	38,164	41,602
Insurance and product liability	14,251	15,025
Taxes on income	3,662	4,389
Other current liabilities	61,085	61,442
Total current liabilities	191,564	188,800
Long-Term Debt	260,667	272,333
Other Liabilities
Pensions and other employee benefits	152,084	151,536
Deferred tax liabilities	49,621	17,249
Other noncurrent liabilities	7,987	11,124
Total liabilities	661,923	641,042
Commitments and Contingencies
Mine Safety Appliances Company shareholders' equity:
Preferred stock, 4 1/2% cumulative, $50 par value	3,569	3,569
Common stock, no par value	132,055	112,135
Stock compensation trust	(1,585)	(3,891)
Treasury shares, at cost	(281,524)	(269,739)
Accumulated other comprehensive loss	(78,269)	(127,072)
Retained earnings	792,206	747,953
Total shareholders’ equity	566,452	462,955
Noncontrolling interests	5,895	7,749
Total shareholders’ equity	572,347	470,704
Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity	$ 1,234,270	$ 1,111,746

Consolidated Balance Sheet (Parenthetical) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Statement of Financial Position [Abstract]
Trade receivables, allowance for doubtful accounts	$ 7,306	$ 7,402
Percentage of cumulative preferred stock	4.50%	4.50%
Preferred stock, par value	$ 50	$ 50
Common stock, par value	$ 0	$ 0

Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Operating Activities
Net income	$ 88,049	$ 91,761	$ 70,045
Depreciation and amortization	30,764	31,702	32,866
Pensions	12,268	3,673	(4,967)
Net gain from investing activities-disposal of assets	(436)	(8,396)	(3,328)
Stock-based compensation	10,337	10,010	7,732
Deferred income tax provision	(3,234)	213	8,800
Other noncurrent assets and liabilities	(18,162)	(14,104)	(24,130)
Currency exchange losses, net	5,127	3,151	2,511
Excess tax benefit related to stock plans	(2,246)	(2,799)	(632)
Other, net	4,386	1,103	(1,335)
Operating cash flow before changes in certain working capital items	126,853	116,314	87,562
(Increase) decrease in trade receivables	(13,171)	2,346	(217)
(Increase) decrease in inventories	(6,296)	2,677	(1,230)
Increase (decrease) in accounts payable and accrued liabilities	10,732	17,776	(398)
(Increase) decrease in income taxes receivable, prepaid expenses and other current assets	(7,337)	11,363	(459)
(Increase) decrease in certain working capital items	(16,072)	34,162	(2,304)
Cash Flow From Operating Activities	110,781	150,476	85,258
Investing Activities
Capital expenditures	(36,517)	(32,209)	(30,390)
Property disposals	1,360	20,193	18,687
Other investing	0	(5,269)	0
Cash Flow From Investing Activities	(35,157)	(17,285)	(11,703)
Financing Activities
Proceeds from (payments on) short-term debt, net	662	(128)	137
Payments on long-term debt	(306,766)	(246,500)	(199,000)
Proceeds from long-term debt	295,100	183,500	164,000
Restricted cash	(2,790)	0	0
Cash dividends paid	(43,994)	(50,990)	(37,741)
Distributions to noncontrolling interests	(556)	0	0
Company stock purchases	(11,785)	(3,508)	(624)
Exercise of stock options	9,643	4,306	1,316
Excess tax benefit related to stock plans	2,246	2,799	632
Cash Flow From Financing Activities	(58,240)	(110,521)	(71,280)
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents	(3,837)	110	(2,097)
Increase in cash and cash equivalents	13,547	22,780	178
Beginning cash and cash equivalents	82,718	59,938	59,760
Ending cash and cash equivalents	96,265	82,718	59,938
Supplemental cash flow information:
Interest payments	10,884	10,772	13,969
Income tax payments	$ 36,242	$ 29,807	$ 21,739

Consolidated Statement of Changes in Retained Earnings and Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Beginning Balance	$ 470,704
Net income	88,049	$ 91,761	$ 70,045
Pension and post-retirement plan adjustments, net of tax ($28,636, $11,364, and $30,849)	54,951	(28,018)	(44,218)
Ending Balance	572,347	470,704
Components of accumulated other comprehensive loss
Cumulative translation adjustments	(1,189)	4,959	829
Pension and post-retirement plan adjustments	(77,080)	(132,031)	(104,013)
Accumulated other comprehensive loss	(78,269)	(127,072)	(103,184)
Retained Earnings
Beginning Balance	747,953	708,306	676,195
Net income	88,049	91,761	70,045
Foreign currency translation adjustments	0	0	0
Pension and post-retirement plan adjustments, net of tax ($28,636, $11,364, and $30,849)	0	0	0
(Income) loss attributable to noncontrolling interests	198	(1,124)	(193)
Common dividends	(43,952)	(50,948)	(37,699)
Preferred dividends	(42)	(42)	(42)
Ending Balance	792,206	747,953	708,306
Accumulated Other Comprehensive (Loss) Income
Beginning Balance	(127,072)	(103,184)	(44,316)
Net income	0	0	0
Foreign currency translation adjustments	(7,281)	3,846	(15,980)
Pension and post-retirement plan adjustments, net of tax ($28,636, $11,364, and $30,849)	54,951	(28,018)	(44,218)
(Income) loss attributable to noncontrolling interests	1,133	284	1,330
Common dividends	0	0	0
Preferred dividends	0	0	0
Ending Balance	$ (78,269)	$ (127,072)	$ (103,184)

Consolidated Statement of Changes in Retained Earnings and Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss (Parenthetical) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Accumulated Other Comprehensive (Loss) Income
Pension and post-retirement plan adjustments, tax	$ 30,849	$ 11,364	$ 28,636

Significant Accounting Policies	12 Months Ended
Significant Accounting Policies	Dec. 31, 2013
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
Significant Accounting Policies	Significant Accounting Policies Basis of Presentation—The Consolidated Financial Statements of Mine Safety Appliances Company are prepared in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (GAAP) and require management to make certain judgments, estimates, and assumptions. These may affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements. They also may affect the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates upon subsequent resolution of identified matters. Certain amounts in previously issued financial statements were reclassified to conform to the 2013 presentation. See Note 19 for further information regarding Discontinued Operations. Principles of Consolidation—The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of the company and all subsidiaries. Intercompany accounts and transactions are eliminated. Noncontrolling Interests—Noncontrolling interests reflect noncontrolling shareholders’ investments in certain consolidated subsidiaries and their proportionate share of the income and accumulated other comprehensive income of those subsidiaries. Currency Translation—The functional currency of all significant non-U.S. subsidiaries is the local currency. Assets and liabilities of these operations are translated at year-end exchange rates. Income statement accounts are translated using the average exchange rates for the reporting period. Translation adjustments for these companies are reported as a component of shareholders’ equity and are not included in income. Foreign currency transaction gains and losses are included in net income for the reporting period. Cash Equivalents—Cash equivalents include temporary deposits with financial institutions and highly liquid investments with original maturities of 90 days or less. Restricted Cash—Restricted cash, which is designated for use other than current operations is included in the Prepaid Expenses and Other Current Assets in the Consolidated Balance Sheet. Restricted cash balances were $2.8 million at December 31, 2013 and were used to support letter of credit balances. The Company did not have restricted cash at December 31, 2012 or 2011. Inventories—Inventories are stated at the lower of cost or market. Most U.S. inventories are valued on the last-in, first-out (LIFO) cost method. Other inventories are valued on the average cost method or at standard costs which approximate actual costs. Property and Depreciation—Property is recorded at cost. Depreciation is computed using straight-line and accelerated methods over the estimated useful lives of the assets, generally as follows: buildings 20 to 40 years and machinery and equipment 3 to 10 years. Expenditures for significant renewals and improvements are capitalized. Ordinary repairs and maintenance are expensed as incurred. Gains or losses on property dispositions are included in other income and the cost and related depreciation are removed from the accounts. Depreciation expense for the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012 and 2011 was $27.1 million, $27.5 million and $27.1 million, respectively. Properties, plants, and equipment are reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of such assets may not be recoverable. Recoverability of assets is determined by comparing the estimated undiscounted net cash flows of the operations related to the assets to their carrying amount. An impairment loss would be recognized when the carrying amount of the assets exceeds the estimated undiscounted net cash flows. The amount of the impairment loss to be recorded is calculated as the excess of the carrying value of the assets over their fair value, with fair value determined using the best information available, which generally is a discounted cash flow model. Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets—Intangible assets are amortized on a straight-line basis over their useful lives. Intangible assets are reviewed for possible impairment whenever circumstances change such that the recorded value of the asset may not be recoverable. Goodwill is not amortized, but is subject to impairment write-down tests. We test the goodwill of each of our reporting units for impairment at least annually. The annual goodwill impairment tests are performed as of September 30 each year. All goodwill is assigned to reporting units. For this purpose, we consider our operating segments to be our reporting units. We test goodwill for impairment by either performing a qualitative evaluation or a two-step quantitative test. The qualitative evaluation is an assessment of various factors to determine whether it is more likely than not that the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying value, including goodwill. Factors considered as part of the qualitative assessment include entity-specific industry, market and general economic conditions. We may elect to bypass the qualitative assessment for some or all of our reporting units and perform a two-step quantitative test. Quantitative testing involves estimating a reporting unit’s fair value. We estimate reporting unit fair value using discounted cash flow methodologies. There has been no impairment of our goodwill as of December 31, 2013. Revenue Recognition—Revenue from the sale of products is recognized when title, ownership and the risk of loss have transferred to the customer, which generally occurs either when product is shipped to the customer or, in the case of most U.S. distributor customers, when product is delivered to the customer’s delivery site. We establish our shipping terms according to local practice and market characteristics. We do not ship product unless we have an order or other documentation authorizing shipment to our customers. We make appropriate provisions for uncollectible accounts receivable and product returns, both of which have historically been insignificant in relation to our net sales. Certain distributor customers receive price rebates based on their level of purchases and other performance criteria that are documented in established distributor programs. These rebates are accrued as a reduction of net sales as they are earned by the customer. Shipping and Handling—Shipping and handling expenses for products sold to customers are charged to cost of products sold as incurred. Amounts billed to customers for shipping and handling are included in net sales. Product Warranties—Estimated expenses related to product warranties and additional service actions are charged to cost of products sold in the period in which the related revenue is recognized or when significant product quality issues are identified. Research and Development—Research and development costs are expensed as incurred. Income Taxes—Deferred income taxes are provided for temporary differences between financial and tax reporting. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using enacted tax rates in effect for the year in which those temporary differences are expected to be recovered or settled. If it is more likely than not that some portion or all of a deferred tax asset will not be realized, a valuation allowance is recognized. We record tax benefits related to uncertain tax positions taken or expected to be taken on a tax return when such benefits meet a more likely than not threshold. We recognize interest related to unrecognized tax benefits in interest expense and penalties in operating expenses. No provision is made for possible U.S. taxes on the undistributed earnings of foreign subsidiaries that are considered to be reinvested indefinitely. Stock-Based Compensation—We account for stock-based compensation in accordance with the FASB guidance on share-based payment, which requires that we recognize compensation expense for employee and non-employee director stock-based compensation based on the grant date fair value. Except for retirement-eligible participants, for whom there is no requisite service period, this expense is recognized ratably over the requisite service periods following the date of grant. For retirement-eligible participants, this expense is recognized at the grant date. Derivative Instruments—We may use derivative instruments to minimize the effects of changes in currency exchange rates. We do not enter into derivative transactions for speculative purposes and do not hold derivative instruments for trading purposes. Changes in the fair value of derivative instruments designated as fair value hedges are recorded in the balance sheet as adjustments to the underlying hedged asset or liability. Changes in the fair value of derivative instruments that do not qualify for hedge accounting treatment are recognized in the income statement as currency exchange (income) loss in the current period. Commitments and Contingencies—For asserted claims and assessments, liabilities are recorded when an unfavorable outcome of a matter is deemed to be probable and the loss is reasonably estimable. Management determines the likelihood of an unfavorable outcome based on many factors such as the nature of the matter, available defenses and case strategy, progress of the matter, views and opinions of legal counsel and other advisors, applicability and success of appeals processes, and the outcome of similar historical matters, among others. Once an unfavorable outcome is deemed probable, management weighs the probability of estimated losses, and the most reasonable loss estimate is recorded. If an unfavorable outcome of a matter is deemed to be reasonably possible, then the matter is disclosed and no liability is recorded. With respect to unasserted claims or assessments, management must first determine that the probability that an assertion will be made is likely, then, a determination as to the likelihood of an unfavorable outcome and the ability to reasonably estimate the potential loss is made. Legal matters are reviewed on a continuous basis to determine if there has been a change in management’s judgment regarding the likelihood of an unfavorable outcome or the estimate of a potential loss. Discontinued Operations and Assets Held For Sale—For those businesses where management has committed to a plan to divest, each business is valued at the lower of its carrying amount or estimated fair value less cost to sell. If the carrying amount of the business exceeds its estimated fair value, an impairment loss is recognized. Fair value is estimated using accepted valuation techniques such as a DCF model, valuations performed by third parties, earnings multiples, or indicative bids, when available. A number of significant estimates and assumptions are involved in the application of these techniques, including the forecasting of markets and market share, sales volumes and prices, costs and expenses, and multiple other factors. Management considers historical experience and all available information at the time the estimates are made; however, the fair value that is ultimately realized upon the divestiture of a business may differ from the estimated fair value reflected in the Consolidated Financial Statements. Depreciation and amortization expense is not recorded on assets of a business to be divested once they are classified as held for sale. For businesses classified as discontinued operations, the results of operations are reclassified from their historical presentation to discontinued operations on the Consolidated Statement of Income, for all periods presented. The gains or losses associated with these divested businesses are recorded in discontinued operations on the Consolidated Statement of Income. Additionally, segment information does not include the operating results of businesses classified as discontinued operations for all periods presented. Management does not expect any continuing involvement with these businesses following their divestiture, and these businesses are expected to be disposed of within one year. Recently Adopted and Recently Issued Accounting Standards—In July, 2013, the FASB issued ASU 2013-11, Presentation of an Unrecognized Tax Benefit When a Net Operating Loss Carryforward, a Similar Tax Loss, or a Tax Credit Carryforward Exists. This ASU requires an unrecognized tax benefit, or a portion of an unrecognized tax benefit, to be presented in the financial statements as a reduction to a deferred tax asset for a net operating loss carryforward, a similar tax loss, or a tax credit carryforward. The ASU will be effective beginning in 2014. The adoption of this ASU will not have a material effect on our consolidated statements. In March 2013, FASB issued ASU 2013-05, Parent's Accounting for the Cumulative Translation Adjustment upon Derecognition of Certain Subsidiaries or Groups of Assets within a Foreign Entity or of an Investment in a Foreign Entity. This ASU 2013-05 addresses the accounting for the cumulative translation adjustment when a parent either sells a part or all of its investment in a foreign entity or no longer holds a controlling financial interest in a subsidiary or group of assets that is a business within a foreign entity. The guidance outlines the events when cumulative translation adjustments should be released into net income. This ASU will be effective beginning in 2014. The adoption of this ASU may have a material effect on our consolidated financial statements, in the event that we were to divest of a foreign affiliate. In February 2013, the FASB issued ASU 2013-02, Comprehensive Income-Reporting of Amounts Reclassified Out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income. This ASU requires additional information about the amounts reclassified out of accumulated other comprehensive income by component. The adoption of this ASU on January 1, 2013 did not have a material effect on our consolidated financial statements.

Restructuring and Other Charges	12 Months Ended
Restructuring and Other Charges	Dec. 31, 2013
Restructuring Charges [Abstract]
Restructuring and Other Charges	Restructuring and Other Charges During the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012 and 2011, we recorded restructuring charges of $5.3 million, $2.8 million and $8.6 million, respectively. These charges were primarily related to reorganization activities. For the year ended December 31, 2013, European segment charges of $3.0 million were primarily related to staff reductions in Germany and the Netherlands. $1.7 million of the European restructuring charges are accrued at December 31, 2013 and are expected to be paid in the next year. International segment charges of $2.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2013 were primarily related to staff reductions in Australia and South Africa and were paid out in cash in 2013. For the year ended December 31, 2012, North American, European and International segment charges of $1.5 million, $1.1 million and $0.2 million, respectively, were primarily related to severance costs associated with staff reductions. At December 31, 2012, the North American, European and International segments each had accrued restructuring charges of $0.3 million, $2.5 million and $0.2 million, respectively. For the year ended December 31, 2011, European segment charges of $5.8 million related primarily to staff reductions and the transfer of certain production activities to China. $4.3 million of the European restructuring charges were accrued at December 31, 2011. North American segment charges for the year ended December 31, 2011 of $1.7 million included costs associated with the relocation of certain administrative and production activities. International segment charges for the year ended December 31, 2011 of $1.1 million were primarily related to severance costs associated with the relocation of our Wuxi, China operations to Suzhou, China.

Inventories

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Inventory Disclosure [Abstract]

Inventories



	December 31,
(In thousands)	2013		2012
Finished products	$	74,466	$	72,658
Work in process	8,108		13,473
Raw materials and supplies	54,263		50,169
Total inventories	136,837		136,300
Excess of FIFO costs over LIFO costs	44,670		46,519
Total FIFO inventories	181,507		182,819

Inventories stated on the LIFO basis represent 15% and 16% of total inventories at December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively.

Reductions in certain inventory quantities during the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012 resulted in liquidations of LIFO inventories carried at lower costs prevailing in prior years. The effect of LIFO liquidations during 2013 reduced cost of sales by $2.1 million and increased net income by $1.4 million. The effect of LIFO liquidations during 2012 reduced cost of sales by $0.8 million and increased net income by $0.5 million.

Property, Plant, and Equipment (Notes)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]

Property, Plant and Equipment Disclosure

roperty, Plant, and Equipment



	December 31,
(In thousands)	2013			2012
Land	$	3,835		$	5,267
Buildings	110,534			107,082
Machinery and equipment	349,667			334,951
Construction in progress	16,364			10,444
Total	480,400			457,744
Less accumulated depreciation	(327,645		)	(310,279		)
Net property	152,755			147,465

Reclassifications out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss (Notes)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Equity [Abstract]

Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss

Out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss



	Year ended December 31,
(In thousands)	2013			2012			2011
Amortization of prior service cost	$	(322	)	$	(353	)	$	(351	)
Recognized net actuarial losses	13,875			6,764			1,503
Total reclassifications	13,553			6,411			1,152
Tax benefit	5,066			2,469			411
Total reclassifications, net of tax	8,487			3,942			741

The entire disclosure for any adjustments made during the period to avoid double counting in comprehensive income items displayed as part of net income that also had been displayed as part of other comprehensive income in that period or earlier periods. These adjustments include reclassifications to net income of items in accumulated comprehensive income, such as deferred gains or losses on qualifying hedges when hedged item reported in net income, holding gains or losses on available-for-sale securities transferred into trading category, unrealized holding gains or losses on debt securities transferred from held-to-maturity category into available-for-sale category and accumulated translation adjustment attributable to foreign subsidiary or investment in foreign entity upon sale or liquidation.

Disclosure Capital Stock Additional Information [Abstract]

Capital Stock

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Capital Stock

Preferred Stock - The Company has authorized 100,000 shares of $50 par value 4.5% cumulative preferred nonvoting stock which is callable at $52.50. There are 71,373 shares issued and 52,878 shares held in treasury at December 31, 2013. There were no treasury purchases of preferred stock during the three years ended December 31, 2013. The Company has also authorized 1,000,000 shares of $10 par value second cumulative preferred voting stock. No shares have been issued as of December 31, 2013.

Common Stock - The Company has authorized 180,000,000 shares of no par value common stock. There were 37,202,099 and 37,007,799 shares outstanding at December 31, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively. Common stock activity is summarized as follows:



	Shares					Dollars
(Dollars in thousands)	Issued	Stock Compensation Trust		Treasury		Common Stock			Stock Compensation Trust			Treasury Cost
Balances January 1, 2011	62,081,391	(1,360,714	)	(24,200,951	)	$	88,629		$	(7,103	)	$	(263,855	)
Restricted stock awards	—	103,815		—		(542		)	542			—
Restricted stock expense	—	—		—		4,376			—			—
Restricted stock forfeitures	—	—		(7,469	)	(6		)	—			—
Stock options exercised	—	94,115		—		825			491			—
Stock option expense	—	—		—		2,343			—			—
Performance stock expense	—	—		—		1,019			—			—
Tax benefit related to stock plans	—	—		—		632			—			—
Treasury shares purchased	—	—		(17,597	)	—			—			(624		)
Balances December 31, 2011	62,081,391	(1,162,784	)	(24,226,017	)	97,276			(6,070		)	(264,479		)
Restricted stock awards	—	136,295		—		(711		)	711			—
Restricted stock expense	—	—		—		4,891			—			—
Restricted stock forfeitures	—	—		(10,815	)	(147		)	—			—
Stock options exercised	—	223,022		—		3,141			1,165			—
Stock option expense	—	—		—		2,435			—			—
Performance stock issued	—	58,037		—		(303		)	303			—
Performance stock expense	—	—		—		2,831			—			—
Tax benefit related to stock plans	—	—		—		2,799			—			—
Treasury shares purchased	—	—		(91,330	)	—			—			(3,508		)
Other, net	—	—		—		(77		)	—			—
Balances December 31, 2012	62,081,391	(745,430	)	(24,328,162	)	112,135			(3,891		)	(267,987		)
Restricted stock awards	—	96,686		—		(505		)	505			—
Restricted stock expense	—	—		—		4,244			—			—
Restricted stock forfeitures	—	—		(7,365	)	(115		)	—			—
Stock options exercised	—	277,687		—		8,194			1,449			—
Stock option expense	—	—		—		2,825			—			—
Performance stock issued	—	67,389				(352		)	352			—
Performance stock expense	—	—		—		3,383			—			—
Tax benefit related to stock plans	—	—		—		2,246			—			—
Treasury shares purchased	—	—		(240,097	)	—			—			(11,785		)
Balances December 31, 2013	62,081,391	(303,668	)	(24,575,624	)	132,055			(1,585		)	(279,772		)

The Mine Safety Appliances Company Stock Compensation Trust was established to provide shares for certain benefit plans, including the management and non-employee directors’ equity incentive plans. Shares held by the Stock Compensation Trust, and the corresponding cost of those shares, are reported as a reduction of common shares issued. Differences between the cost of the shares held by the Stock Compensation Trust and the market value of shares released for stock-related benefits are reflected in common stock issued.

In November 2005, the Board of Directors authorized the purchase of up to $100 million of MSA common stock either through private transactions or open market transactions. The share purchase program has no expiration date. The maximum shares that may yet be purchased is calculated based on the dollars remaining under the program and the respective month-end closing share price. We do not have any other share purchase programs. The above treasury share purchases are related to stock compensation transactions.

Segment Information

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Segment Reporting [Abstract]

Segment Information

We are organized into eleven geographic operating segments based on management responsibilities. The operating segments have been aggregated (based on economic similarities, the nature of their products, end-user markets and methods of distribution) into three reportable segments: North America, Europe and International.

Reportable segment information is presented in the following table:



(In thousands)	North America			Europe			International			Reconciling Items			Consolidated Totals
2013
Sales to external customers	$	559,193		$	289,760		$	263,105		$	—		$	1,112,058
Intercompany sales	122,013			98,491			21,075			(241,579		)	—
Net income:
Continuing operations	70,577			18,398			20,373			(23,490		)	85,858
Discontinued operations	—			—			2,389			—			2,389
Total assets	836,418			394,463			222,427			(219,038		)	1,234,270
Interest income	243			90			809			—			1,142
Interest expense	52			175			2			10,448			10,677
Noncash items:
Depreciation and amortization	19,732			5,357			5,675			—			30,764
Pension expense	(4,765		)	(6,328		)	(1,268		)	—			(12,361		)
Income tax provision	35,602			6,133			6,182			(12,772		)	35,145
Capital expenditures	17,963			11,833			6,721			—			36,517
Net Property	85,087			33,162			34,505			1			152,755
2012
Sales to external customers	551,927			289,549			268,967			—			1,110,443
Intercompany sales	114,354			98,096			18,641			(231,091		)	—
Net income:
Continuing operations	64,270			20,424			19,238			(16,375		)	87,557
Discontinued operations	—			—			3,080			—			3,080
Total assets	726,476			352,601			205,959			(173,290		)	1,111,746
Interest income	364			147			886			14			1,411
Interest expense	106			350			78			10,810			11,344
Noncash items:
Depreciation and amortization	21,446			5,354			4,902			—			31,702
Pension income (expense)	2,138			(4,700		)	(1,111		)	—			(3,673		)
Income tax provision	39,125			7,362			8,085			(13,171		)	41,401
Capital expenditures	20,129			5,106			6,974			—			32,209
Net Property	85,923			25,460			36,081			1			147,465
2011
Sales to external customers	561,140			286,753			264,921			—			1,112,814
Intercompany sales	100,094			116,471			18,305			(234,870		)	—
Net income:
Continuing operations	53,674			11,689			24,818			(22,663		)	67,518
Discontinued operations	—			—			2,334			—			2,334
Total assets	742,707			340,305			194,127			(162,087		)	1,115,052
Interest income	78			192			1,215			324			1,809
Interest expense	29			253			137			13,697			14,116
Noncash items:
Depreciation and amortization	22,036			6,239			4,591			—			32,866
Pension income (expense)	10,800			(5,638		)	(195		)	—			4,967
Income tax provision	31,821			6,187			5,726			(9,927		)	33,807
Capital expenditures	20,035			4,384			5,971			—			30,390
Net property	85,643			25,273			34,846			1			145,763

Reconciling items consist primarily of intercompany eliminations and items reported at the corporate level.

Geographic information on sales to external customers, based on country of origin:



(In thousands)	2013		2012		2011
United States	$	528,178	$	527,550	$	538,257
Germany	71,139		74,557		75,536
Other	512,741		508,336		499,021
Total	1,112,058		1,110,443		1,112,814

Geographic information on net property, based on country of origin:



(In thousands)	2013		2012		2011
United States	$	82,274	$	82,820	$	82,318
Germany	16,882		8,781		9,303
China	16,010		14,780		14,817
Other	37,589		41,084		39,325
Total	152,755		147,465		145,763

Sales are allocated to each country based on the destination of the end-customer. Core product sales represented 73% of total sales for the year ended December 31, 2013, up from 70% for the year ended December 31, 2012. The percentage of total sales by core product group were as follows: fixed gas & flame detection instruments, 22%; breathing apparatus, 20%; portable gas detection instruments, 14%; industrial head protection, 13%; and fall protection at 4% of total sales. The remaining 27% of total sales represented non-core product sales for the year ended December 31, 2013, an improvement from 30% of total sales for the year ended December 31, 2012.

Disclosure of Compensation Related Costs, Share-based Payments [Abstract]

The entire disclosure for reporting segments including data and tables. Reportable segments include those that meet any of the following quantitative thresholds a) it's reported revenue, including sales to external customers and intersegment sales or transfers is 10 percent or more of the combined revenue, internal and external, of all operating segments b) the absolute amount of its reported profit or loss is 10 percent or more of the greater, in absolute amount of 1) the combined reported profit of all operating segments that did not report a loss or 2) the combined reported loss of all operating segments that did report a loss c) its assets are 10 percent or more of the combined assets of all operating segments.

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Earnings per Share

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Earnings Per Share [Abstract]

Earnings per Share

Basic earnings per share is computed by dividing net income, after the deduction of preferred stock dividends and undistributed earnings allocated to participating securities, by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted earnings per share assumes the issuance of common stock for all potentially dilutive share equivalents outstanding not classified as participating securities. Participating securities are defined as unvested stock-based payment awards that contain nonforfeitable rights to dividends.



(In thousands, except per share amounts)	2013			2012			2011
Net income attributable to continuing operations	$	85,858		$	87,557		$	67,518
Preferred stock dividends	(41		)	(41		)	(41		)
Income from continuing operations available to common equity	85,817			87,516			67,477
Dividends and undistributed earnings allocated to participating securities	(643		)	(836		)	(730		)
Income from continuing operations available to common shareholders	85,174			86,680			66,747

Net income attributable to discontinued operations	$	2,389		$	3,080		$	2,334
Preferred stock dividends	(1		)	(1		)	(1		)
Income from discontinued operations available to common equity	2,388			3,079			2,333
Dividends and undistributed earnings allocated to participating securities	(18		)	(29		)	(25		)
Income from discontinued operations available to common shareholders	2,370			3,050			2,308

Basic weighted-average shares outstanding	36,868			36,564			36,221
Stock options and other stock compensation	582			478			610
Diluted weighted-average shares outstanding	37,450			37,042			36,831
Antidilutive stock options	15			744			894

Earnings per share attributable to continuing operations:
Basic	$2.31			$2.37			$1.85
Diluted	$2.28			$2.34			$1.81

Earnings per share attributable to discontinued operations:
Basic	$0.06			$0.08			$0.06
Diluted	$0.06			$0.08			$0.06

Income Taxes

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]

Income Taxes



(In thousands)	2013			2012			2011
Components of income before income taxes*
U.S. income	$	48,621		$	67,043		$	58,817
Non-U.S. income	71,512			62,300			42,258
Income before income taxes	120,133			129,343			101,075
Provision for income taxes*
Current
Federal	$	18,656		$	18,774		$	6,829
State	1,492			2,556			872
Non-U.S.	18,453			19,438			17,449
Total current provision	38,601			40,768			25,150
Deferred
Federal	(3,582		)	(518		)	10,853
State	(483		)	(125		)	772
Non-U.S.	609			1,276			(2,968		)
Total deferred provision	(3,456		)	633			8,657
Provision for income taxes	35,145			41,401			33,807

*The components of income before income taxes and the provision for income taxes relate to continuing operations.

Included in discontinued operations is tax expense of $1.4 million in 2013, $1.1 million in 2012 and $1.0 million in 2011.

Cash flows from operations in the Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows include a deferred income tax provision (benefit) from discontinued operations of $0.2 million, $(0.4) million and $0.1 million in 2013, 2012 and 2011, respectively.

Reconciliation of the U.S. federal income tax rates to our effective tax rate:



	2013		2012		2011
U.S. federal income tax rate	35.0	%	35.0	%	35.0	%
State income taxes—U.S.	0.6		1.2		1.0
Taxes on non-U.S. income	(4.5	)	(1.0	)	(2.0	)
Research and development credit	(1.5	)	—		(1.3	)
Manufacturing deduction credit	(1.1	)	(2.0	)	(0.3	)
Valuation allowances	0.5		(0.2	)	0.1
Other	0.3		(1.0	)	0.9
Effective income tax rate	29.3	%	32.0	%	33.4	%

Components of deferred tax assets and liabilities:



	December 31,
(In thousands)	2013			2012
Deferred tax assets
Book expenses capitalized for tax	$	7,204		$	8,213
Postretirement benefits	18,027			19,282
Inventory reserves	5,550			4,780
Vacation allowances	1,036			1,240
Net operating losses and tax credit carryforwards	6,711			7,558
Post employment benefits	757			1,006
Foreign tax credit carryforwards (expiring in 2019)	2,227			212
Stock options	10,185			9,672
Liability insurance	3,686			2,754
Basis of capital assets	891			1,013
Warranties	3,049			3,078
Reserve for doubtful accounts	1,569			1,547
Other	9,313			5,063
Total deferred tax assets	70,205			65,418
Valuation allowances	(4,938		)	(3,961		)
Net deferred tax assets	65,267			61,457
Deferred tax liabilities
Property, plant and equipment	(8,935		)	(10,547		)
Pension	(40,833		)	(10,915		)
Intangibles	(25,212		)	(21,492		)
Other	(2,455		)	(1,110		)
Total deferred tax liabilities	(77,435		)	(44,064		)
Net deferred taxes	(12,168		)	17,393

At December 31, 2013, we had net operating loss carryforwards of approximately $28.0 million, all of which are in non-U.S. tax jurisdictions. Net operating loss carryforwards of $0.2 million and $0.9 million will expire in 2014 and 2015 respectively. The remainder either have a valuation allowance or may be carried forward indefinitely.

No deferred U.S. income taxes have been provided on undistributed earnings of non-U.S. subsidiaries, which amounted to $290.5 million as of December 31, 2013. These earnings are considered to be reinvested for an indefinite period of time. Because we currently do not have any plans to repatriate these funds, we cannot determine the impact of local taxes, withholding taxes and foreign tax credits associated with the future repatriation of such earnings and, therefore, cannot reasonably estimate the associated tax liability. In cases where we intend to repatriate a portion of the undistributed earnings of our foreign subsidiaries, we provide U.S. income taxes on such earnings.

A reconciliation of the change in the tax liability for unrecognized tax benefits for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012 is as follows:



(In thousands)	2013			2012
Beginning balance	$	9,520		$	12,827
Adjustments for tax positions related to the current year	(3,628		)	(2,672		)
Adjustments for tax positions related to prior years	97			(367		)
Statute expiration	(101		)	(268		)
Ending balance	5,888			9,520

The total amount of unrecognized tax benefits, if recognized, would reduce our future effective tax rate. We have recognized tax benefits associated with these liabilities in the amount of $5.1 million and $8.6 million at December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively.

We recognize interest related to unrecognized tax benefits in interest expense and penalties in operating expenses. Our liability for accrued interest and penalties related to uncertain tax positions was $0.7 million at December 31, 2012. During 2013, we reduced interest related to uncertain tax positions by $0.2 million. Our liability for accrued interest and penalties related to uncertain tax positions was $0.5 million at December 31, 2013.

We file a U.S. federal income tax return along with various state and foreign income tax returns. Examinations of our U.S. federal returns have been completed through 2010, with the 2009 tax year closed by statute. Various state and foreign income tax returns may be subject to tax audits for periods after 2007.

Stock Plans

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Stock Plans

The 2008 Management Equity Incentive Plan provides for various forms of stock-based compensation for eligible key employees through May 2018. Management stock-based compensation includes stock options, restricted stock and performance stock units. The 2008 Non-Employee Directors’ Equity Incentive Plan provides for grants of stock options and restricted stock to non-employee directors through May 2018. Stock options are granted at market prices and expire after 10 years. Stock options are exercisable beginning three years after the grant date. Restricted stock is granted without payment to the company and generally vests three years after the grant date. In general, unvested stock options, restricted stock and performance stock units are forfeited if the participant’s employment with the company terminates for any reason other than retirement, death or disability. Restricted stock is valued at the market price on the grant date. The final number of shares to be issued for performance stock units may range from zero to 200% of the target award based on achieving the specified performance targets over the performance period. Performance stock units with a market condition are valued at an estimated fair value using a Monte Carlo model. We issue Stock Compensation Trust shares or Treasury shares for stock option exercises and grants of restricted stock and performance stock. As of December 31, 2013, there were 1,752,369 and 183,702 shares, respectively, reserved for future grants under the management and non-employee directors’ equity incentive plans.

Stock-based compensation expense was as follows:



(In thousands)	2013		2012		2011
Restricted stock	$	4,129	$	4,744	$	4,370
Stock options	2,825		2,435		2,343
Performance stock	3,383		2,831		1,019
Total compensation expense before income taxes	10,337		10,010		7,732
Income tax benefit	3,810		3,700		2,825
Total compensation expense, net of income tax benefit	6,527		6,310		4,907

We did not capitalize any stock-based compensation expense in 2013, 2012, or 2011.

Stock option expense is based on the fair value of stock option grants estimated on the grant dates using the Black-Scholes option pricing model and the following weighted average assumptions for options granted in 2013, 2012 and 2011.



	2013			2012			2011
Fair value per option	$	14.17		$	10.77		$	9.94
Risk-free interest rate	1.2		%	1.2		%	2.6		%
Expected dividend yield	2.8		%	3.1		%	3.6		%
Expected volatility	39		%	41		%	40		%
Expected life (years)	6.1			6.1			6.1

The risk-free interest rate is based on the U.S. Treasury Constant Maturity rates as of the grant date converted into an implied spot rate yield curve. Expected dividend yield is based on the most recent annualized dividend divided by the 1 year average closing share price. Expected volatility is based on the ten year historical volatility using daily stock prices. Expected life is based on historical stock option exercise data.

A summary of option activity follows:



	Shares		Weighted Average Exercise Price		Exercisable at Year-end
Outstanding January 1, 2011	1,749,003		$	29.74
Granted	166,247		34.09
Exercised	(94,115	)	13.99
Expired	(2,495	)	44.08
Outstanding December 31, 2011	1,818,640		30.94		907,598
Granted	196,469		37.33
Exercised	(223,022	)	18.93
Expired	(5,093	)	43.33
Forfeited	(2,334	)	36.69
Outstanding December 31, 2012	1,784,660		33.05		1,100,300
Granted	188,407		49.03
Exercised	(277,687	)	34.72
Outstanding December 31, 2013	1,695,380		34.55		1,178,657

For various exercise price ranges, characteristics of outstanding and exercisable stock options at December 31, 2013 were as follows:



	Stock Options Outstanding
Range of Exercise Prices	Shares	Weighted-Average
Range of Exercise Prices	Shares	Exercise Price		Remaining Life
$17.83 – $29.33	609,820	$	21.76	5.5 years
$33.55 – $40.88	560,795	37.34		5.6
$41.26 – $49.92	524,765	46.42		5.4
$17.83 – $49.92	1,695,380	34.55		5.5



	Stock Options Exercisable
Range of Exercise Prices	Shares	Weighted-Average
Range of Exercise Prices	Shares	Exercise Price		Remaining Life
$17.83 – $29.33	609,820	$	21.76	5.5 years
$33.55 – $40.88	246,903	39.80		2.9
$41.26 – $48.95	321,934	45.10		3.1
$17.83 – $48.95	1,178,657	31.91		4.3

Cash received from the exercise of stock options was $9.6 million, $4.3 million and $1.3 million for the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012 and 2011, respectively. The tax benefit we realized from these exercises was $0.5 million, $1.6 million and $0.7 million for the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012 and 2011, respectively.

The aggregate intrinsic value of stock options exercisable at December 31, 2013 was $22.7 million. The aggregate intrinsic value of all stock options outstanding at December 31, 2013 was $28.2 million.

A summary of restricted stock activity follows:



	Shares		Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value
Unvested at January 1, 2011	473,637		$	26.56
Granted	125,603		33.61
Vested	(76,505	)	44.39
Forfeited	(10,481	)	24.87
Unvested at December 31, 2011	512,254		25.66
Granted	130,985		37.61
Vested	(209,897	)	20.44
Forfeited	(15,499	)	28.37
Unvested at December 31, 2012	417,843		31.92
Granted	92,448		48.98
Vested	(197,465	)	27.42
Forfeited	(9,407	)	40.23
Unvested at December 31, 2013	303,419		39.79

A summary of performance stock unit activity follows:



	Shares		Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value
Unvested at January 1, 2011	85,629		$	20.53
Granted	48,820		33.09
Performance adjustments	(7,506	)	21.14
Forfeited	(1,500	)	30.53
Unvested at December 31, 2011	125,443		25.27
Granted	54,928		41.33
Vested	(47,706	)	18.23
Performance adjustments	5,679		26.39
Forfeited	(672	)	41.45
Unvested at December 31, 2012	137,672		35.85
Granted	53,357		57.58
Vested	(45,809	)	26.08
Performance adjustments	4,169		25.84
Unvested at December 31, 2013	149,389		46.32

During the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012 and 2011, the total intrinsic value of stock options exercised (the difference between the market price on the date of exercise and the option price paid to exercise the option) was $4.0 million, $4.4 million and $1.8 million, respectively. The fair values of restricted stock vested during the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012 and 2011 were $9.7 million, $8.0 million and $2.6 million, respectively. The fair value of performance stock units vested during the year ended December 31, 2013 was $2.3 million.

On December 31, 2013, there was $5.4 million of unrecognized stock-based compensation expense. The weighted average period over which this expense is expected to be recognized was approximately one year.

Short and Long-Term Debt

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Debt Disclosure [Abstract]

Short and Long-Term Debt

Short-Term Debt

Short-term borrowings with banks, which excludes the current portion of long-term debt, was $0.8 million and $0.2 million at December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively. The average month-end balance of total short-term borrowings during 2013 was $0.4 million. The maximum month-end balance of $1.3 million occurred at March 31, 2013. The weighted average interest rates on short-term borrowings at both December 31, 2013 and 2012 was 7%.

Long-Term Debt



	December 31,
(In thousands)	2013		2012
Industrial development debt issues payable through 2022, 0.30%	$	4,000	$	4,000
2006 Senior Notes payable through 2021, 5.41%	53,334		60,000
2010 Senior Notes payable through 2021, 4.00%	100,000		100,000
Senior revolving credit facility maturing in 2016	110,000		115,000
Total	267,334		279,000
Amounts due within one year	6,667		6,667
Long-term debt	260,667		272,333

Our unsecured senior revolving credit facility provides for borrowings of up to $300.0 million through November 2016 and is subject to certain commitment fees. Loans made under the senior revolving credit facility bear interest at a variable rate, which ranged from 1.42% to 1.71% in 2013. Loan proceeds may be used for general corporate purposes, including working capital, permitted acquisitions, capital expenditures and repayment of existing indebtedness. The credit agreement also provides for an uncommitted incremental facility that permits us, subject to certain conditions, to request an increase in the senior credit facility of up to $50.0 million. At December 31, 2013, $184.0 million of the $300.0 million senior revolving credit facility was unused including letters of credit.

The Company had outstanding bank guarantees and standby letters of credit with banks as of December 31, 2013 totaling $9.0 million, of which $6.0 million relate to the senior revolving credit facility. These letters of credit serve to cover customer requirements in connection with certain sales orders, insurance companies and the Company's industrial development debt. No amounts were drawn on these arrangements at December 31, 2013. The Company is also required to provide cash collateral in connection with certain arrangements. At December 31, 2013, the Company has $2.2 million of restricted cash in support of these arrangements. At December 31, 2013, the Company also has a $4.1 million guarantee relating to voluntary retirement payments for its unionized workers in Germany.

Approximate maturities on our long-term debt over the next five years are $6.7 million in 2014, $6.7 million in 2015, $116.7 million in 2016, $26.7 million in 2017, $26.7 million in 2018, and $83.8 million thereafter. Some debt agreements require us to maintain certain financial ratios and minimum net worth and also contain restrictions on the total amount of debt. We were in compliance with all but one of our debt covenants at December 31, 2013.

In January 2014 the Company determined that it was in technical violation of one loan covenant related to the threshold for priority indebtedness in its 2006 Senior Note Purchase Agreement dated December 20, 2006 which resulted in cross default violations in two other loan agreements. The Company obtained the appropriate waivers from its lenders which were fully executed on February 12, 2014. The underlying financial covenants of the Note Purchase Agreement were amended at the same time. We are currently in compliance with all of our debt covenants.

Management has filed to redeem the $4.0 million of Industrial development debt on February 28, 2014.

Goodwill and Intangible Assets

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]

Goodwill and Intangible Assets

Changes in goodwill during the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012 were as follows:



(In thousands)	2013		2012
Net balance at January 1	$	258,400	$	259,084
Disposals	—		(1,800		)
Currency translation	1,734		1,116
Net balance at December 31	260,134		258,400

At December 31, 2013, goodwill of $196.5 million, $61.3 million and $2.3 million related to the North American, European and International reporting segments, respectively.

Changes in intangible assets, net of accumulated amortization, during the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012 were as follows:



(In thousands)	2013			2012
Net balance at January 1	$	38,648		$	47,119
Amortization expense	(3,708		)	(4,181		)
Impairment losses	—			(4,272		)
Currency translation	89			(18		)
Net balance at December 31	35,029			38,648

At December 31, 2013, gross intangible assets totaled $67.0 million, while impairment reserves and accumulated amortization of intangibles was $32.0 million. Gross intangible assets include $27.6 million of distribution agreements; $14.3 million of patents, trademarks and copyrights; $11.0 million of technology related assets; $7.1 million of license agreements; and $7.0 million of other intangible assets. Accumulated amortization on these intangible assets was $5.5 million, $8.8 million, $4.7 million, $7.0 million, and $6.0 million, respectively. Intangible asset amortization expense over the next five years is expected to be approximately $3.5 million in 2014, $3.5 million in 2015, $3.3 million in 2016, $2.9 million in 2017, and $1.9 million in 2018.

In December 2012, we discontinued our firefighter location development project and commenced an active program to sell the related intangible assets. As a result of this decision, we recognized an impairment loss $4.3 million to write-off the carrying value of these intangibles, consisting primarily of patents and trade secrets. The impairment loss is reported in other income in the income statement and included in Reconciling Items in segment information.

During 2012, we sold certain assets related to our North American ballistic helmet business, resulting in the disposal of $1.8 million of goodwill. The impact of this transaction and the operating results of the North American ballistic helmet businesses was not material to net income or earnings per share for all periods presented and are not expected to be significant to future results.

The entire disclosure for the aggregate amount of goodwill and a description of intangible assets, which may include (a) for amortizable intangible assets (also referred to as finite-lived intangible assets), the carrying amount, the amount of any significant residual value, and the weighted-average amortization period, (b) for intangible assets not subject to amortization (also referred to as indefinite-lived intangible assets), the carrying amount, and (c) the amount of research and development assets acquired and written off in the period, including the line item in the income statement in which the amounts written off are aggregated, if not readily apparent from the income statement. Also discloses (a) for amortizable intangibles assets in total and by major class, the gross carrying amount and accumulated amortization, the total amortization expense for the period, and the estimated aggregate amortization expense for each of the five succeeding fiscal years, (b) for intangible assets not subject to amortization the carrying amount in total and by major class, and (c) for goodwill, in total and for each reportable segment, the changes in the carrying amount of goodwill during the period (including the aggregate amount of goodwill acquired, the aggregate amount of impairment losses recognized, and the amount of goodwill included in the gain (loss) on disposal of a reporting unit). If any part of goodwill has not been allocated to a reportable segment, discloses the unallocated amount and the reasons for not allocating. For each impairment loss recognized related to an intangible asset (excluding goodwill), discloses: (a) a description of the impaired intangible asset and the facts and circumstances leading to the impairment, (b) the amount of the impairment loss and the method for determining fair value, (c) the caption in the income statement or the statement of activities in which the impairment loss is aggregated, and (d) the segment in which the impaired intangible asset is reported. For each goodwill impairment loss recognized, discloses: (a) a description of the facts and circumstances leading to the impairment, (b) the amount of the impairment loss and the method of determining the fair value of the associated reporting unit, and (c) if a recognized impairment loss is an estimate not finalized and the reasons why the estimate is not final. May also disclose the nature and amount of any significant adjustments made to a previous estimate of an impairment loss.

Compensation and Retirement Disclosure [Abstract]

Pensions and Other Postretirement Benefits

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Pensions and Other Postretirement Benefits

We maintain various defined benefit and defined contribution plans covering the majority of our employees. Our principal U.S. plan is funded in compliance with the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA). It is our general policy to fund current costs for the international plans, except in Germany and Mexico, where it is common practice and permissible under tax laws to accrue book reserves.

We provide health care benefits and limited life insurance for certain retired employees who are covered by our principal U.S. defined benefit pension plan until they become Medicare-eligible.

Information pertaining to defined benefit pension plans and other postretirement benefits plans is provided in the following table:



	Pension Benefits						Other Benefits
(In thousands)	2013			2012			2013			2012
Change in Benefit Obligations
Benefit obligations at January 1	$	463,806		$	394,269		$	30,551		$	30,425
Service cost	11,132			9,511			687			694
Interest cost	17,934			19,018			1,050			1,265
Participant contributions	136			137			—			—
Plan Amendments	(239		)	—			144			—
Actuarial (gains) losses	(34,248		)	58,102			(4,107		)	(191		)
Benefits paid	(19,232		)	(17,804		)	(1,593		)	(1,642		)
Settlements	(1,474		)	(2,542		)	—			—
Termination benefits	—			387			—			—
Currency translation	2,544			2,728			—			—
Benefit obligations at December 31	440,359			463,806			26,732			30,551
Change in Plan Assets
Fair value of plan assets at January 1	384,452			357,967			—			—
Actual return on plan assets	67,391			41,478			—			—
Employer contributions	4,053			4,448			1,449			1,642
Participant contributions	136			137			143			222
Settlements	(1,474		)	(2,542		)	—			—
Benefits paid	(16,316		)	(15,198		)	(1,592		)	(1,864		)
Reimbursement of German benefits	(2,916		)	(2,606		)	—			—
Currency translation	(757		)	768			—			—
Fair value of plan assets at December 31	434,569			384,452			—			—
Funded Status
Funded status at December 31	(5,790		)	(79,354		)	(26,732		)	(30,551		)
Unrecognized transition losses	21			24			—			—
Unrecognized prior service cost	374			712			(2,193		)	(2,618		)
Unrecognized net actuarial losses	116,945			198,169			6,832			11,492
Net amount recognized	111,550			119,551			(22,093		)	(21,677		)
Amounts Recognized in the Balance Sheet
Noncurrent assets	121,054			42,818			—			—
Current liabilities	(5,518		)	(5,021		)	(1,695		)	(1,882		)
Noncurrent liabilities	(121,326		)	(117,151		)	(25,037		)	(28,669		)
Net amount recognized	(5,790		)	(79,354		)	(26,732		)	(30,551		)
Amounts Recognized in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income
Net actuarial losses	116,945			198,169			6,832			11,492
Prior service cost (credit)	374			712			(2,193		)	(2,618		)
Unrecognized net initial obligation	21			24			—			—
Total (before tax effects)	117,340			198,905			4,639			8,874
Accumulated Benefit Obligations for all Defined Benefit Plans	403,682			414,957			—			—



	Pension Benefits									Other Benefits
(In thousands)	2013			2012			2011			2013			2012			2011
Components of Net Periodic Benefit Cost (Credit)
Service cost	$	11,132		$	9,511		$	8,674		$	687		$	694		$	785
Interest cost	17,934			19,018			19,531			1,050			1,265			1,501
Expected return on plan assets	(30,884		)	(32,328		)	(34,125		)	—			—			—
Amortization of transition amounts	3			2			4			—			—			—
Amortization of prior service cost	102			101			104			(424		)	(454		)	(455		)
Recognized net actuarial losses	13,323			6,235			793			552			529			710
Curtailment loss	658			747			52			—			—			—
Termination benefits	—			387			—			—			—			—
Net periodic benefit cost (credit)	12,268			3,673			(4,967		)	1,865			2,034			2,541

Amounts included in accumulated other comprehensive income expected to be recognized in 2014 net periodic benefit costs.



(In thousands)	Pension Benefits		Other Benefits
Loss recognition	$	9,039	$	332
Prior service cost (credit) recognition	84		(335		)
Transition obligation recognition	2		—



	Pension Benefits				Other Benefits
	2013		2012		2013		2012
Assumptions used to determine benefit obligations
Average discount rate	4.5	%	4.0	%	4.6	%	3.8	%
Rate of compensation increase	3.1	%	3.8	%	—		—
Assumptions used to determine net periodic benefit cost
Average discount rate	4.0	%	5.0	%	3.8	%	4.8	%
Expected return on plan assets	8.2	%	8.2	%	—		—
Rate of compensation increases	3.8	%	3.9	%	—		—

Discount rates were determined using various corporate bond indexes as indicators of interest rate levels and movements and by matching our projected benefit obligation payment stream to current yields on high quality bonds.

The expected return on assets for the 2013 net periodic pension cost was determined by multiplying the expected returns of each asset class (based on historical returns) by the expected percentage of the total portfolio invested in that asset class. A total return was determined by summing the expected returns over all asset classes.



	Pension Plan Assets at December 31,
	2013		2012
Equity securities	71	%	64	%
Fixed income securities	19		25
Pooled investment funds	5		6
Insurance contracts	3		3
Cash and cash equivalents	2		2
Total	100	%	100	%

The overall objective of our pension investment strategy is to earn a rate of return over time to satisfy the benefit obligations of the pension plans and to maintain sufficient liquidity to pay benefits and meet other cash requirements of our pension funds. Investment policies for our primary U.S. pension plan are determined by the plan’s Investment Committee and set forth in the plan’s investment policy. Asset managers are granted discretion for determining sector mix, selecting securities and timing transactions, subject to the guidelines of the investment policy. An aggressive, flexible management of the portfolio is permitted and encouraged, with shifts of emphasis among equities, fixed income securities and cash equivalents at the discretion of each manager. No target asset allocations are set forth in the investment policy. For our non-U.S. pension plans, our investment objective is generally met through the use of pooled investment funds and insurance contracts.

The following table summarizes our pension plan assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis by fair value hierarchy level (See Note 17):



	December 31, 2013
(In thousands)	Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets (Level 1)		Significant Observable Inputs (Level 2)		Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3)		Total Fair Value
Equity securities	$	307,486	$	—	$	428	$	307,914
Fixed income securities	36,749		47,545		—		84,294
Pooled investment funds	—		22,430		—		22,430
Insurance contracts	—		—		13,512		13,512
Cash and cash equivalents	6,067		—		352		6,419
Total	350,302		69,975		14,292		434,569



	December 31, 2012
(In thousands)	Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets (Level 1)		Significant Observable Inputs (Level 2)		Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3)		Total Fair Value
Equity securities	$	245,840	$	—	$	—	$	245,840
Fixed income securities	43,600		52,762		—		96,362
Pooled investment funds	—		22,030		—		22,030
Insurance contracts	—		—		12,254		12,254
Cash and cash equivalents	7,966		—		—		7,966
Total	297,406		74,792		12,254		384,452

Equity securities consist primarily of publicly traded U.S. and non-U.S. common stocks. Equities are valued at closing prices reported on the listing stock exchange.

Fixed income securities consist primarily of U.S. government and agency bonds and U.S. corporate bonds. Fixed income securities are valued at closing prices reported in active markets or based on yields currently available on comparable securities of issuers with similar credit ratings. When quoted prices are not available for identical or similar bonds, the bond is valued under a discounted cash flow approach that maximizes observable inputs, such as current yields of similar instruments, and may include adjustments, for certain risks that may not be observable, such as credit and liquidity risks.

Pooled investment funds consist of mutual and collective investment funds that invest primarily in publicly traded non-U.S. equity and fixed income securities. Pooled investment funds are valued at net asset values calculated by the fund manager based on fair value of the underlying securities. The underlying securities are generally valued at closing prices reported in active markets, quoted prices of similar securities, or discounted cash flows approach that maximizes observable inputs such as current value measurement at the reporting date.

Insurance contracts are valued in accordance with the terms of the applicable collective pension contract.

Cash equivalents consist primarily of money market and similar temporary investment funds. Cash equivalents are valued at closing prices reported in active markets.

The preceding methods may produce fair value measurements that are not indicative of net realizable value or reflective of future fair values. Although we believe the valuation methods are appropriate and consistent with other market participants, the use of different methodologies or assumptions to determine the fair value of certain financial instruments could result in a different fair value measurement at the reporting date.

The following table presents a reconciliation of Level 3 assets:



(In thousands)	Insurance Contracts			Other
Balance January 1, 2012	$	11,562		$	—
Net realized and unrealized gains included in earnings	1,933			—
Net purchases, issuances and settlements	(1,241		)	—
Balance December 31, 2012	12,254			—
Net realized and unrealized gains included in earnings	1,074			780
Net purchases, issuances and settlements	173			—
Transfers into Level 3	11			—
Balance December 31, 2013	13,512			780

We expect to make net contributions of $4.5 million to our pension plans in 2014.

For measurement purposes, 7.5% increase in the costs of covered health care benefits was assumed for the year 2013, decreasing by 0.5% for each successive year to 4.5% in 2019 and thereafter. A one-percentage-point change in assumed health care cost trend rates would have increased or decreased the other postretirement benefit obligations and current year plan expense by approximately $1.5 million and $1.7 million, respectively.

Expense for defined contribution pension plans was $5.8 million in 2013, $5.9 million in 2012 and $5.7 million in 2011.

Estimated pension benefits to be paid under our defined benefit pension plans during the next five years are $20.4 million in 2014, $20.6 million in 2015, $21.2 million in 2016, $22.3 million in 2017, $23.2 million in 2018, and are expected to aggregate $133.3 million for the five years thereafter. Estimated other postretirement benefits to be paid during the next 5 years are $1.7 million in 2014, $1.8 million in 2015, $1.9 million in 2016, $2.0 million in 2017, $2.1 million in 2018, and are expected to aggregate $11 million for the five years thereafter.

Other (Loss) Income, Net

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Other Income and Expenses [Abstract]

Other Income, Net

Other (Loss) Income, Net



(In thousands)	2013			2012			2011
Interest income	$	1,142		$	1,411		$	1,809
Land impairment loss	(1,557		)	—			—
Gain on asset dispositions, net	436			8,396			3,328
Escrow settlement	—			4,790			—
Intangible asset impairment loss (See Note 10)	—			(4,272		)	—
Other, net	(196		)	551			321
Total	(175		)	10,876			5,458

During the year ended December 31, 2013, impairment charges were taken on land not used in operations.

During the year ended December 31, 2012, we settled an escrow claim for indemnification with the sellers of General Monitors. Under the terms of the settlement, we received $4.8 million in December 2012. The settlement proceeds have been recognized in other income because the settlement occurred after the business combination measurement period ended. The escrow agreement has now expired and the remaining escrow account balance was released to the sellers. In addition, we recognized gains on the sale of assets totaling $8.4 million in 2012 compared to gains of $3.3 million in 2011. These gains were primarily related to property sales in our Cranberry Woods office park.

Leases	12 Months Ended
Leases	Dec. 31, 2013
Leases [Abstract]
Leases	Leases We lease office space, manufacturing and warehouse facilities, automobiles and other equipment under operating lease arrangements. Rent expense was $12.9 million in 2013, $12.5 million in 2012 and $12.2 million in 2011. Minimum rent commitments under noncancellable leases are $11.9 million in 2014, $9.8 million in 2015, $4.2 million in 2016, $2.4 million in 2017, $1.8 million in 2018 and $2.8 million thereafter.

Derivative Financial Instruments

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]

Derivative Financial Instruments

As part of our currency exchange rate risk management strategy, we enter into certain derivative foreign currency forward contracts that do not meet the GAAP criteria for hedge accounting, but which have the impact of partially offsetting certain foreign currency exposures. We account for these forward contracts on a full mark-to-market basis and report the related gains or losses in currency exchange losses (gains) in the consolidated statement of income. At December 31, 2013, the notional amount of open forward contracts was $54.4 million and the unrealized gain on these contracts was $1.3 million. All open forward contracts will mature during the first quarter of 2014.

The following table presents the balance sheet location and fair value of assets and liabilities associated with derivative financial instruments.



	December 31,
(In thousands)	2013		2012
Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments:
Foreign exchange contracts - Prepaid expenses and other current assets	$	1,308	$	801

The following table presents the income statement location and impact of derivative financial instruments:



(In thousands)	Income Statement Location	(Gain) Recognized in Income
		Year ended December 31,
		2013			2012
Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments:
Foreign exchange contracts	Currency exchange (gains), net	$	(755	)	$	(1,139	)

Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]

The entire disclosure for derivative instruments and hedging activities including, but not limited to, risk management strategies, non-hedging derivative instruments, assets, liabilities, revenue and expenses, and methodologies and assumptions used in determining the amounts.

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Fair Value Measurements	12 Months Ended
Fair Value Measurements	Dec. 31, 2013
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]
Fair Value Measurements	Fair Value Measurements Fair value is defined as the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. The fair value hierarchy consists of three broad levels, which gives the highest priority to unadjusted quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities (Level 1) and the lowest priority to unobservable inputs (Level 3). The three levels of the fair value hierarchy are: Level 1—Observable inputs that reflect unadjusted quoted prices for identical assets or liabilities in active markets. Level 2—Inputs other than quoted prices included within Level 1 that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly or indirectly. Level 3—Unobservable inputs for the asset or liability. The valuation methodologies we used to measure financial assets and liabilities were limited to the pension plan assets described in Note 13 and the derivative financial instruments described in Note 16. See Note 13 for the fair value hierarchy classification of pension plan assets. We estimate the fair value of the derivative financial instruments, consisting of foreign currency forward contracts, based upon valuation models with inputs that generally can be verified by observable market conditions and do not involve significant management judgment. Accordingly, the fair values of the derivative financial instruments are classified within Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy. With the exception of fixed rate long-term debt, we believe that the reported carrying amounts of our financial assets and liabilities approximate their fair values. At December 31, 2013, the reported carrying amount of our fixed rate long-term debt (including the current portion) was $153.3 million and the fair value was $160.3 million. The fair value of our long-term debt was determined using cash flow valuation models to estimate the market value of similar transactions as of December 31, 2013. The fair value of this debt was determined using Level 2 inputs as described above.

Contingencies

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Contingencies

We categorize the product liability losses that we experience into two main categories; single incident and cumulative trauma. Single incident product liability claims are discrete incidents that are typically known to us when they occur and involve observable injuries and, therefore, more quantifiable damages. Therefore, we maintain a reserve for single incident product liability claims based on expected settlement costs for pending claims and an estimate of costs for unreported claims derived from experience, sales volumes and other relevant information. Our reserve for single incident product liability claims at December 31, 2013 and 2012 was $4.0 million and $4.4 million, respectively. Single incident product liability expense was negligible during year ended December 31, 2013. During the years ended December 31, 2012 and 2011, single incident product liability expense was $0.7 million and $1.5 million, respectively. We evaluate our single incident product liability exposures on an ongoing basis and make adjustments to the reserve as new information becomes available.

Cumulative trauma product liability claims involve exposures to harmful substances (e.g., silica, asbestos and coal dust) that occurred many years ago and may have developed over long periods of time into diseases such as silicosis, asbestosis or coal worker’s pneumoconiosis. We are presently named as a defendant in 2,840 lawsuits in which plaintiffs allege to have contracted certain cumulative trauma diseases related to exposure to silica, asbestos, and/or coal dust. These lawsuits mainly involve respiratory protection products allegedly manufactured and sold by us. We are unable to estimate total damages sought in these lawsuits as they generally do not specify the injuries alleged or the amount of damages sought, and potentially involve multiple defendants.

Cumulative trauma product liability litigation is difficult to predict. In our experience, until late in a lawsuit, we cannot reasonably determine whether it is probable that any given cumulative trauma lawsuit will ultimately result in a liability. This uncertainty is caused by many factors, including the following: cumulative trauma complaints generally do not provide information sufficient to determine if a loss is probable; cumulative trauma litigation is inherently unpredictable and information is often insufficient to determine if a lawsuit will develop into an actively litigated case; and even when a case is actively litigated, it is often difficult to determine if the lawsuit will be dismissed or otherwise resolved until late in the lawsuit. Moreover, even once it is probable that such a lawsuit will result in a loss, it is difficult to reasonably estimate the amount of actual loss that will be incurred. These amounts are highly variable and turn on a case-by-case analysis of the relevant facts, which are often not learned until late in the lawsuit.

Because of these factors, we cannot reliably determine our potential liability for such claims until late in the lawsuit. We, therefore, do not record cumulative trauma product liability losses when a lawsuit is filed, but rather, when we learn sufficient information to determine that it is probable that we will incur a loss and the amount of loss can be reasonably estimated. We record expenses for defense costs associated with open cumulative trauma product liability lawsuits as incurred.

We cannot estimate any amount or range of possible losses related to resolving pending and future cumulative trauma product liability lawsuits that we may face because of the factors described above. As new information about cumulative trauma product liability cases and future developments becomes available, we reassess our potential exposures.

A summary of cumulative trauma product liability lawsuit activity follows:



	2013		2012		2011
Open lawsuits, January 1	2,609		2,321		1,900
New lawsuits	489		750		479
Settled and dismissed lawsuits	(258	)	(462	)	(58	)
Open lawsuits, December 31	2,840		2,609		2,321

Nearly half of the open lawsuits at December 31, 2013 have had a de minimus level of activity over the last 5 years. It is possible that these cases could become active again at any point due to changes in circumstances.

With some common contract exclusions, we maintain insurance for cumulative trauma product liability claims. We have purchased insurance policies for the policy years from 1952-1986 from over 20 different insurance carriers that provide coverage for cumulative trauma product liability losses and, in many instances, related defense costs. In the normal course of business, we make payments to settle product liability claims and for related defense costs. We record receivables for the amounts that are covered by insurance. The available limits of these policies are many times our recorded insurance receivable balance.

Various factors could affect the timing and amount of recovery of our insurance receivables, including the outcome of negotiations with insurers, legal proceedings with respect to product liability insurance coverage and the extent to which insurers may become insolvent in the future.

Our insurance receivables at December 31, 2013 and 2012 totaled $124.8 million and $130.0 million, respectively, all of which is reported in other non-current assets.

A summary of insurance receivable balances and activity related to cumulative trauma product liability losses follows:



(In millions)	2013			2012			2011
Balance January 1	$	130.0		$	112.1		$	89.0
Additions	34.0			29.7			35.6
Collections and settlements	(39.2		)	(11.8		)	(12.5		)
Balance December 31	124.8			130.0			112.1

Additions to insurance receivables in the above table represent insured cumulative trauma product liability losses and related defense costs. Uninsured cumulative trauma product liability losses during the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012, and 2011 were $1.7 million, $2.1 million and $1.1 million, respectively. Collections primarily represent agreements with insurance companies to pay amounts due that are applicable to cumulative trauma claims. In cases where the payment stream covers multiple years, the present value of the payments is recorded as a note receivable (current and long term) in the balance sheet within prepaid expenses and other current assets and other noncurrent assets.

Our aggregate cumulative trauma product liability losses and administrative and defense costs for the three years ended December 31, 2013, totaled approximately $104.2 million, substantially all of which was insured.

We believe that the increase in the insurance receivable balance that we have experienced since 2005 is primarily due to disagreements among our insurance carriers, and consequently with us, as to when their individual obligations to pay us are triggered and the amount of each insurer’s obligation, as compared to other insurers. We believe that our insurers do not contest that they have issued policies to us or that these policies cover certain cumulative trauma product liability claims. We believe that our ability to successfully resolve our insurance litigation with various insurance carriers in recent years demonstrates that we have strong legal positions concerning our rights to coverage.

We regularly evaluate the collectability of the insurance receivables and record the amounts that we conclude are probable of collection. Our conclusions are based on our analysis of the terms of the underlying insurance policies, our experience in successfully recovering cumulative trauma product liability claims from our insurers under other policies, the financial ability of our insurance carriers to pay the claims, our understanding and interpretation of the relevant facts and applicable law and the advice of legal counsel, who believe that our insurers are required to provide coverage based on the terms of the policies.

Although the outcome of cumulative trauma product liability matters cannot be predicted with certainty and unfavorable resolutions could materially affect our results of operations on a quarter-to-quarter basis, based on information currently available and the amounts of insurance coverage available to us, we believe that the disposition of cumulative trauma product liability lawsuits that are pending against us will not have a materially adverse effect on our future results of operations, financial condition, or liquidity.

We are currently involved in insurance coverage litigations with a number of our insurance carriers.

In 2009, we sued The North River Insurance Company (North River) in the United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania, alleging that North River breached one of its insurance policies by failing to pay amounts owed to us and that it engaged in bad-faith claims handling. We believe that North River’s refusal to indemnify us under the policy for product liability losses and legal fees paid by us is wholly contrary to Pennsylvania law and we are vigorously pursuing the legal actions necessary to collect all due amounts. Motions for summary judgment on certain issues will be submitted to the court at the earliest possible date. A trial date has not yet been scheduled.

In 2010, North River sued us in the Court of Common Pleas of Allegheny County, Pennsylvania seeking a declaratory judgment concerning their responsibilities under three additional policies. We assert claims against North River for breaches of contract for failures to pay amounts owed to us. We also allege that North River engaged in bad-faith claims handling. We believe that North River’s refusal to indemnify us under these policies for product liability losses and legal fees paid by us is wholly contrary to Pennsylvania law and we are vigorously pursuing the legal actions necessary to collect all due amounts. Summary judgment on certain issues is pending with the court. A trial date has not yet been scheduled.

In July 2010, we filed a lawsuit in the Superior Court of the State of Delaware seeking declaratory and other relief from the majority of our excess insurance carriers concerning the future rights and obligations of MSA and our excess insurance carriers under various insurance policies. The reason for this insurance coverage action is to secure a comprehensive resolution of our rights under the insurance policies issued by our insurers. The case is currently in discovery. We have resolved our claims against certain of our insurance carriers on some of their policies through negotiated settlements. When settlement is reached, we dismiss the settling carrier from this action in Delaware.

During September 2013, we resolved coverage litigation with Associated International Insurance Company, through a negotiated settlement. As part of this settlement, we dismissed all claims against Associated International Insurance Company in the above-referenced coverage litigation in the Superior Court of the State of Delaware. The settlement did not have an impact on our operating results.

During December 2013, we resolved coverage litigation with Allstate Insurance Company, through a negotiated settlement. As part of this settlement, both parties dismissed all claims against one another under the above-referenced coverage litigations in the Court of Common Pleas of Allegheny County, Pennsylvania and the Superior Court of the State of Delaware. The settlement did not have an impact on our operating results.

During December 2013, we resolved coverage litigation with Columbia Casualty Company, through a negotiated settlement. As part of this settlement, we dismissed all claims against Columbia Casualty Company in the above-referenced coverage litigation in the Superior Court of the State of Delaware. The settlement did not have an impact on our operating results.

Assets Held for Sale and Discontinued Operations

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Assets Held for Sale and Discontinued Operations [Abstract]

Assets Held for Sale

Assets Held for Sale and Discontinued Operations

Assets Held for Sale - In September 2013, we entered into an agreement to sell the detector tube assets. The transaction closed in January, 2014. In addition to the asset sale agreement, we entered into transitional manufacturing and sales agreements with the buyer. Under the terms of the transitional agreements, we will continue to manufacture and sell detector tubes on behalf of the buyer until mid-2014. The gain on the transaction will be recognized in 2014, at the conclusion of the transitional manufacturing period and will not be material to net income or earnings per share.

Certain assets related to detector tube manufacturing are classified as held for sale at December 31, 2013. These assets are reported in the following balance sheet lines:



(In millions)	December 31, 2013
Inventory	$	1.4
Property, net of depreciation	0.2
Total assets	1.6

Discontinued Operations - The Company is actively negotiating the sale of substantially all of the assets and liabilities of its South African personal protective equipment distribution business and its Zambian operations. Management has deemed it probable that the sale of these assets and liabilities will close in 2014. The operations of this business qualify as a component of an entity under FASB ASC 205-20 "Presentation of Financial Statements - Discontinued Operations", and thus the operations have been reclassified as discontinued operations and prior periods have been reclassified to conform to this presentation. Management does not believe the assets associated with the South African distribution business or the Zambian operations are impaired at December 31, 2013.

Summarized financial information for discontinued operations is as follows:



	Year ended December 31,
(In thousands)	2013			2012			2011
Discontinued Operations
Net Sales	$	52,692		$	58,461		$	60,414
Other income (loss), net	40			115			(78		)
Cost and expenses:
Cost of products sold	41,181			45,277			48,544
Selling, general and administrative	7,389			8,376			8,588
Interest expense	—			17			1
Currency exchange losses, net	(325		)	(41		)	(540		)
Income from discontinued operations before income taxes	4,487			4,947			3,743
Provision for income taxes	1,426			1,128			966
Income from discontinued operations, net of tax	3,061			3,819			2,777



	December 31,
(In thousands)	2013		2012
Discontinued Operations assets and liabilities
Cash and Cash Equivalents	$	2,980	$	2,465
Trade receivables, less allowance for doubtful accounts	7,452		8,870
Inventories	11,359		11,875
Net property	317		286
Other assets	1,326		2,252
Total assets	23,434		25,748
Accounts Payable	5,447		3,356
Accrued and other liabilities	930		1,685
Total liabilities	6,377		5,041
Net assets	17,057		20,707

The assets and liabilities reported above are included in the International Segment detail in Note 7.

The following summary provides financial information for discontinued operations related to net loss (income) related to noncontrolling interests:



	Year ended December 31,
(In thousands)	2013			2012			2,011
Net loss (income) attributable to noncontrolling interests
Loss (income) from continuing operations	$	870		$	(385	)	$	250
(Income) from discontinued operations	(672		)	(739		)	(443		)
Net loss (income)	198			(1,124		)	(193		)

Quarterly Financial Information

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Quarterly Financial Information Disclosure [Abstract]

Quarterly Financial Information

Quarterly Financial Information (Unaudited)



	2013
	Quarters								Year
(In thousands, except earnings per share)	1st		2nd		3rd		4th
Continuing Operations:
Net sales	$	269,886	$	285,859	$	264,884	$	291,429	$	1,112,058
Gross profit	121,704		129,665		115,426		130,050		496,845
Net income attributable to Mine Safety Appliances Company	18,627		23,315		18,987		24,929		85,858

Earnings per share*
Basic	0.50		0.63		0.51		0.67		2.31
Diluted	0.49		0.62		0.51		0.66		2.28

Discontinued Operations:
Net sales	13,353		13,836		13,361		12,142		52,692
Gross profit	3,078		3,215		2,790		2,428		11,511
Net income attributable to Mine Safety Appliances Company	659		734		514		482		2,389

Earnings per share*
Basic	0.02		0.02		0.01		0.01		0.06
Diluted	0.02		0.02		0.01		0.01		0.06



	2012
	Quarters								Year
(In thousands, except earnings per share)	1st		2nd		3rd		4th
Continuing Operations:
Net sales	$	278,255	$	279,367	$	270,480	$	282,341	$	1,110,443
Gross profit	123,377		119,538		118,391		128,242		489,548
Net income attributable to Mine Safety Appliances Company	23,090		27,078		18,173		19,216		87,557

Earnings per share*
Basic	0.63		0.74		0.49		0.52		2.37
Diluted	0.62		0.73		0.48		0.51		2.34

Discontinued Operations:
Net sales	15,230		15,371		16,087		11,773		58,461
Gross profit	3,614		3,588		3,863		2,119		13,184
Net income attributable to Mine Safety Appliances Company	832		917		1,060		271		3,080

Earnings per share*
Basic	0.02		0.02		0.03		0.01		0.08
Diluted	0.02		0.02		0.03		0.01		0.08

* Per share amounts are calculated independently for each period presented; therefore, the sum of the quarterly per share amounts may not equal the per share amounts for the year.

Subsequent Event (Notes)	12 Months Ended
Subsequent Event (Notes)	Dec. 31, 2013
Subsequent Events [Abstract]
Subsequent Event	Subsequent Event Subsequent to December 31, 2013, our Safety Works joint venture was informed of a significant unfavorable change to the terms of a contract with its largest customer. The future impact of this change is not estimable at February 24, 2014.

Schedule of Valuation and Qualifying Accounts Schedule of Valuation and Qualifying Accounts (Notes)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Valuation and Qualifying Accounts [Abstract]

Valuation and Qualifying Accounts



	2013		2012		2011
	(In thousands)
Allowance for doubtful accounts:
Balance at beginning of year	$	7,402	$	7,043	$	9,391
Additions—
Charged to costs and expenses	763		1,289		1,148
Deductions—
Deductions from reserves, net (1)(2)	859		930		3,496
Balance at end of year	7,306		7,402		7,043
Income tax valuation allowance:
Balance at beginning of year	$	3,961	$	2,777	$	4,323
Additions—
Charged to costs and expenses (3)	977		1,184		—
Deductions—
Deductions from reserves (3)	—		—		1,546
Balance at end of year	4,938		3,961		2,777


(1)	Bad debts written off, net of recoveries.


(2)	Activity for 2013, 2012 and 2011 includes currency translation gains (losses) of $(121), $428 and $(387), respectively.


(3)	Activity for 2013, 2012 and 2011 includes currency translation gains (losses) of $242, $97 and $(123), respectively.

Significant Accounting Policies (Policies)	12 Months Ended
Significant Accounting Policies (Policies)	Dec. 31, 2013
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
Basis of Presentation	Basis of Presentation—The Consolidated Financial Statements of Mine Safety Appliances Company are prepared in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (GAAP) and require management to make certain judgments, estimates, and assumptions. These may affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements. They also may affect the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates upon subsequent resolution of identified matters. Certain amounts in previously issued financial statements were reclassified to conform to the 2013 presentation. See Note 19 for further information regarding Discontinued Operations.
Principles of Consolidation	Principles of Consolidation—The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of the company and all subsidiaries. Intercompany accounts and transactions are eliminated.
Noncontrolling Interests	Noncontrolling Interests—Noncontrolling interests reflect noncontrolling shareholders’ investments in certain consolidated subsidiaries and their proportionate share of the income and accumulated other comprehensive income of those subsidiaries.
Currency Translation	Currency Translation—The functional currency of all significant non-U.S. subsidiaries is the local currency. Assets and liabilities of these operations are translated at year-end exchange rates. Income statement accounts are translated using the average exchange rates for the reporting period. Translation adjustments for these companies are reported as a component of shareholders’ equity and are not included in income. Foreign currency transaction gains and losses are included in net income for the reporting period.
Cash Equivalents	Cash Equivalents—Cash equivalents include temporary deposits with financial institutions and highly liquid investments with original maturities of 90 days or less.
Restricted Cash	Restricted Cash—Restricted cash, which is designated for use other than current operations is included in the Prepaid Expenses and Other Current Assets in the Consolidated Balance Sheet. Restricted cash balances were $2.8 million at December 31, 2013 and were used to support letter of credit balances. The Company did not have restricted cash at December 31, 2012 or 2011.
Inventories	Inventories—Inventories are stated at the lower of cost or market. Most U.S. inventories are valued on the last-in, first-out (LIFO) cost method. Other inventories are valued on the average cost method or at standard costs which approximate actual costs.
Property and Depreciation	Property and Depreciation—Property is recorded at cost. Depreciation is computed using straight-line and accelerated methods over the estimated useful lives of the assets, generally as follows: buildings 20 to 40 years and machinery and equipment 3 to 10 years. Expenditures for significant renewals and improvements are capitalized. Ordinary repairs and maintenance are expensed as incurred. Gains or losses on property dispositions are included in other income and the cost and related depreciation are removed from the accounts. Depreciation expense for the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012 and 2011 was $27.1 million, $27.5 million and $27.1 million, respectively. Properties, plants, and equipment are reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of such assets may not be recoverable. Recoverability of assets is determined by comparing the estimated undiscounted net cash flows of the operations related to the assets to their carrying amount. An impairment loss would be recognized when the carrying amount of the assets exceeds the estimated undiscounted net cash flows. The amount of the impairment loss to be recorded is calculated as the excess of the carrying value of the assets over their fair value, with fair value determined using the best information available, which generally is a discounted cash flow model.
Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets	Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets—Intangible assets are amortized on a straight-line basis over their useful lives. Intangible assets are reviewed for possible impairment whenever circumstances change such that the recorded value of the asset may not be recoverable. Goodwill is not amortized, but is subject to impairment write-down tests. We test the goodwill of each of our reporting units for impairment at least annually. The annual goodwill impairment tests are performed as of September 30 each year. All goodwill is assigned to reporting units. For this purpose, we consider our operating segments to be our reporting units. We test goodwill for impairment by either performing a qualitative evaluation or a two-step quantitative test. The qualitative evaluation is an assessment of various factors to determine whether it is more likely than not that the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying value, including goodwill. Factors considered as part of the qualitative assessment include entity-specific industry, market and general economic conditions. We may elect to bypass the qualitative assessment for some or all of our reporting units and perform a two-step quantitative test. Quantitative testing involves estimating a reporting unit’s fair value. We estimate reporting unit fair value using discounted cash flow methodologies. There has been no impairment of our goodwill as of December 31, 201
Revenue Recognition	Revenue Recognition—Revenue from the sale of products is recognized when title, ownership and the risk of loss have transferred to the customer, which generally occurs either when product is shipped to the customer or, in the case of most U.S. distributor customers, when product is delivered to the customer’s delivery site. We establish our shipping terms according to local practice and market characteristics. We do not ship product unless we have an order or other documentation authorizing shipment to our customers. We make appropriate provisions for uncollectible accounts receivable and product returns, both of which have historically been insignificant in relation to our net sales. Certain distributor customers receive price rebates based on their level of purchases and other performance criteria that are documented in established distributor programs. These rebates are accrued as a reduction of net sales as they are earned by the customer.
Shipping and Handling	Shipping and Handling—Shipping and handling expenses for products sold to customers are charged to cost of products sold as incurred. Amounts billed to customers for shipping and handling are included in net sales.
Product Warranties	Product Warranties—Estimated expenses related to product warranties and additional service actions are charged to cost of products sold in the period in which the related revenue is recognized or when significant product quality issues are identified.
Research and Development	Research and Development—Research and development costs are expensed as incurred.
Income Taxes	Income Taxes—Deferred income taxes are provided for temporary differences between financial and tax reporting. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using enacted tax rates in effect for the year in which those temporary differences are expected to be recovered or settled. If it is more likely than not that some portion or all of a deferred tax asset will not be realized, a valuation allowance is recognized. We record tax benefits related to uncertain tax positions taken or expected to be taken on a tax return when such benefits meet a more likely than not threshold. We recognize interest related to unrecognized tax benefits in interest expense and penalties in operating expenses. No provision is made for possible U.S. taxes on the undistributed earnings of foreign subsidiaries that are considered to be reinvested indefinitely.
Stock-Based Compensation	Stock-Based Compensation—We account for stock-based compensation in accordance with the FASB guidance on share-based payment, which requires that we recognize compensation expense for employee and non-employee director stock-based compensation based on the grant date fair value. Except for retirement-eligible participants, for whom there is no requisite service period, this expense is recognized ratably over the requisite service periods following the date of grant. For retirement-eligible participants, this expense is recognized at the grant date.
Derivative Instruments	Derivative Instruments—We may use derivative instruments to minimize the effects of changes in currency exchange rates. We do not enter into derivative transactions for speculative purposes and do not hold derivative instruments for trading purposes. Changes in the fair value of derivative instruments designated as fair value hedges are recorded in the balance sheet as adjustments to the underlying hedged asset or liability. Changes in the fair value of derivative instruments that do not qualify for hedge accounting treatment are recognized in the income statement as currency exchange (income) loss in the current period.
Commitments and Contingencies	Commitments and Contingencies—For asserted claims and assessments, liabilities are recorded when an unfavorable outcome of a matter is deemed to be probable and the loss is reasonably estimable. Management determines the likelihood of an unfavorable outcome based on many factors such as the nature of the matter, available defenses and case strategy, progress of the matter, views and opinions of legal counsel and other advisors, applicability and success of appeals processes, and the outcome of similar historical matters, among others. Once an unfavorable outcome is deemed probable, management weighs the probability of estimated losses, and the most reasonable loss estimate is recorded. If an unfavorable outcome of a matter is deemed to be reasonably possible, then the matter is disclosed and no liability is recorded. With respect to unasserted claims or assessments, management must first determine that the probability that an assertion will be made is likely, then, a determination as to the likelihood of an unfavorable outcome and the ability to reasonably estimate the potential loss is made. Legal matters are reviewed on a continuous basis to determine if there has been a change in management’s judgment regarding the likelihood of an unfavorable outcome or the estimate of a potential loss.
Discontinued Operations and Assets Held For Sale	Discontinued Operations and Assets Held For Sale—For those businesses where management has committed to a plan to divest, each business is valued at the lower of its carrying amount or estimated fair value less cost to sell. If the carrying amount of the business exceeds its estimated fair value, an impairment loss is recognized. Fair value is estimated using accepted valuation techniques such as a DCF model, valuations performed by third parties, earnings multiples, or indicative bids, when available. A number of significant estimates and assumptions are involved in the application of these techniques, including the forecasting of markets and market share, sales volumes and prices, costs and expenses, and multiple other factors. Management considers historical experience and all available information at the time the estimates are made; however, the fair value that is ultimately realized upon the divestiture of a business may differ from the estimated fair value reflected in the Consolidated Financial Statements. Depreciation and amortization expense is not recorded on assets of a business to be divested once they are classified as held for sale. For businesses classified as discontinued operations, the results of operations are reclassified from their historical presentation to discontinued operations on the Consolidated Statement of Income, for all periods presented. The gains or losses associated with these divested businesses are recorded in discontinued operations on the Consolidated Statement of Income. Additionally, segment information does not include the operating results of businesses classified as discontinued operations for all periods presented. Management does not expect any continuing involvement with these businesses following their divestiture, and these businesses are expected to be disposed of within one year.

Inventories (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Inventory Disclosure [Abstract]

Schedule Of Inventories



	December 31,
(In thousands)	2013		2012
Finished products	$	74,466	$	72,658
Work in process	8,108		13,473
Raw materials and supplies	54,263		50,169
Total inventories	136,837		136,300
Excess of FIFO costs over LIFO costs	44,670		46,519
Total FIFO inventories	181,507		182,819

Property, Plant, and Equipment (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]

Property, Plant and Equipment



	December 31,
(In thousands)	2013			2012
Land	$	3,835		$	5,267
Buildings	110,534			107,082
Machinery and equipment	349,667			334,951
Construction in progress	16,364			10,444
Total	480,400			457,744
Less accumulated depreciation	(327,645		)	(310,279		)
Net property	152,755			147,465

Reclassifications out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Equity [Abstract]

Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income



	Year ended December 31,
(In thousands)	2013			2012			2011
Amortization of prior service cost	$	(322	)	$	(353	)	$	(351	)
Recognized net actuarial losses	13,875			6,764			1,503
Total reclassifications	13,553			6,411			1,152
Tax benefit	5,066			2,469			411
Total reclassifications, net of tax	8,487			3,942			741

Capital Stock (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Disclosure Capital Stock Additional Information [Abstract]

Schedule Of Common Stock Activity

Common stock activity is summarized as follows:



	Shares					Dollars
(Dollars in thousands)	Issued	Stock Compensation Trust		Treasury		Common Stock			Stock Compensation Trust			Treasury Cost
Balances January 1, 2011	62,081,391	(1,360,714	)	(24,200,951	)	$	88,629		$	(7,103	)	$	(263,855	)
Restricted stock awards	—	103,815		—		(542		)	542			—
Restricted stock expense	—	—		—		4,376			—			—
Restricted stock forfeitures	—	—		(7,469	)	(6		)	—			—
Stock options exercised	—	94,115		—		825			491			—
Stock option expense	—	—		—		2,343			—			—
Performance stock expense	—	—		—		1,019			—			—
Tax benefit related to stock plans	—	—		—		632			—			—
Treasury shares purchased	—	—		(17,597	)	—			—			(624		)
Balances December 31, 2011	62,081,391	(1,162,784	)	(24,226,017	)	97,276			(6,070		)	(264,479		)
Restricted stock awards	—	136,295		—		(711		)	711			—
Restricted stock expense	—	—		—		4,891			—			—
Restricted stock forfeitures	—	—		(10,815	)	(147		)	—			—
Stock options exercised	—	223,022		—		3,141			1,165			—
Stock option expense	—	—		—		2,435			—			—
Performance stock issued	—	58,037		—		(303		)	303			—
Performance stock expense	—	—		—		2,831			—			—
Tax benefit related to stock plans	—	—		—		2,799			—			—
Treasury shares purchased	—	—		(91,330	)	—			—			(3,508		)
Other, net	—	—		—		(77		)	—			—
Balances December 31, 2012	62,081,391	(745,430	)	(24,328,162	)	112,135			(3,891		)	(267,987		)
Restricted stock awards	—	96,686		—		(505		)	505			—
Restricted stock expense	—	—		—		4,244			—			—
Restricted stock forfeitures	—	—		(7,365	)	(115		)	—			—
Stock options exercised	—	277,687		—		8,194			1,449			—
Stock option expense	—	—		—		2,825			—			—
Performance stock issued	—	67,389				(352		)	352			—
Performance stock expense	—	—		—		3,383			—			—
Tax benefit related to stock plans	—	—		—		2,246			—			—
Treasury shares purchased	—	—		(240,097	)	—			—			(11,785		)
Balances December 31, 2013	62,081,391	(303,668	)	(24,575,624	)	132,055			(1,585		)	(279,772		)

Segment Information (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Segment Reporting [Abstract]

Schedule Of Reportable Segment Information

Reportable segment information is presented in the following table:



(In thousands)	North America			Europe			International			Reconciling Items			Consolidated Totals
2013
Sales to external customers	$	559,193		$	289,760		$	263,105		$	—		$	1,112,058
Intercompany sales	122,013			98,491			21,075			(241,579		)	—
Net income:
Continuing operations	70,577			18,398			20,373			(23,490		)	85,858
Discontinued operations	—			—			2,389			—			2,389
Total assets	836,418			394,463			222,427			(219,038		)	1,234,270
Interest income	243			90			809			—			1,142
Interest expense	52			175			2			10,448			10,677
Noncash items:
Depreciation and amortization	19,732			5,357			5,675			—			30,764
Pension expense	(4,765		)	(6,328		)	(1,268		)	—			(12,361		)
Income tax provision	35,602			6,133			6,182			(12,772		)	35,145
Capital expenditures	17,963			11,833			6,721			—			36,517
Net Property	85,087			33,162			34,505			1			152,755
2012
Sales to external customers	551,927			289,549			268,967			—			1,110,443
Intercompany sales	114,354			98,096			18,641			(231,091		)	—
Net income:
Continuing operations	64,270			20,424			19,238			(16,375		)	87,557
Discontinued operations	—			—			3,080			—			3,080
Total assets	726,476			352,601			205,959			(173,290		)	1,111,746
Interest income	364			147			886			14			1,411
Interest expense	106			350			78			10,810			11,344
Noncash items:
Depreciation and amortization	21,446			5,354			4,902			—			31,702
Pension income (expense)	2,138			(4,700		)	(1,111		)	—			(3,673		)
Income tax provision	39,125			7,362			8,085			(13,171		)	41,401
Capital expenditures	20,129			5,106			6,974			—			32,209
Net Property	85,923			25,460			36,081			1			147,465
2011
Sales to external customers	561,140			286,753			264,921			—			1,112,814
Intercompany sales	100,094			116,471			18,305			(234,870		)	—
Net income:
Continuing operations	53,674			11,689			24,818			(22,663		)	67,518
Discontinued operations	—			—			2,334			—			2,334
Total assets	742,707			340,305			194,127			(162,087		)	1,115,052
Interest income	78			192			1,215			324			1,809
Interest expense	29			253			137			13,697			14,116
Noncash items:
Depreciation and amortization	22,036			6,239			4,591			—			32,866
Pension income (expense)	10,800			(5,638		)	(195		)	—			4,967
Income tax provision	31,821			6,187			5,726			(9,927		)	33,807
Capital expenditures	20,035			4,384			5,971			—			30,390
Net property	85,643			25,273			34,846			1			145,763

Schedule Of Geographic Information On Sales To External Customers, Based On Country Of Origin

Geographic information on sales to external customers, based on country of origin:



(In thousands)	2013		2012		2011
United States	$	528,178	$	527,550	$	538,257
Germany	71,139		74,557		75,536
Other	512,741		508,336		499,021
Total	1,112,058		1,110,443		1,112,814

Schedule Of Geographic Information On Long-Lived Assets, Based On Country Of Origin

Geographic information on net property, based on country of origin:



(In thousands)	2013		2012		2011
United States	$	82,274	$	82,820	$	82,318
Germany	16,882		8,781		9,303
China	16,010		14,780		14,817
Other	37,589		41,084		39,325
Total	152,755		147,465		145,763

Earnings per Share (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Earnings Per Share [Abstract]

Schedule Of Earnings Per Share



(In thousands, except per share amounts)	2013			2012			2011
Net income attributable to continuing operations	$	85,858		$	87,557		$	67,518
Preferred stock dividends	(41		)	(41		)	(41		)
Income from continuing operations available to common equity	85,817			87,516			67,477
Dividends and undistributed earnings allocated to participating securities	(643		)	(836		)	(730		)
Income from continuing operations available to common shareholders	85,174			86,680			66,747

Net income attributable to discontinued operations	$	2,389		$	3,080		$	2,334
Preferred stock dividends	(1		)	(1		)	(1		)
Income from discontinued operations available to common equity	2,388			3,079			2,333
Dividends and undistributed earnings allocated to participating securities	(18		)	(29		)	(25		)
Income from discontinued operations available to common shareholders	2,370			3,050			2,308

Basic weighted-average shares outstanding	36,868			36,564			36,221
Stock options and other stock compensation	582			478			610
Diluted weighted-average shares outstanding	37,450			37,042			36,831
Antidilutive stock options	15			744			894

Earnings per share attributable to continuing operations:
Basic	$2.31			$2.37			$1.85
Diluted	$2.28			$2.34			$1.81

Earnings per share attributable to discontinued operations:
Basic	$0.06			$0.08			$0.06
Diluted	$0.06			$0.08			$0.06

Income Taxes (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]

Components Of Income Before Income Taxes



(In thousands)	2013			2012			2011
Components of income before income taxes*
U.S. income	$	48,621		$	67,043		$	58,817
Non-U.S. income	71,512			62,300			42,258
Income before income taxes	120,133			129,343			101,075
Provision for income taxes*
Current
Federal	$	18,656		$	18,774		$	6,829
State	1,492			2,556			872
Non-U.S.	18,453			19,438			17,449
Total current provision	38,601			40,768			25,150
Deferred
Federal	(3,582		)	(518		)	10,853
State	(483		)	(125		)	772
Non-U.S.	609			1,276			(2,968		)
Total deferred provision	(3,456		)	633			8,657
Provision for income taxes	35,145			41,401			33,807

Reconciliation Of U.S. Federal Income Tax Rates To Effective Tax Rate

Reconciliation of the U.S. federal income tax rates to our effective tax rate:



	2013		2012		2011
U.S. federal income tax rate	35.0	%	35.0	%	35.0	%
State income taxes—U.S.	0.6		1.2		1.0
Taxes on non-U.S. income	(4.5	)	(1.0	)	(2.0	)
Research and development credit	(1.5	)	—		(1.3	)
Manufacturing deduction credit	(1.1	)	(2.0	)	(0.3	)
Valuation allowances	0.5		(0.2	)	0.1
Other	0.3		(1.0	)	0.9
Effective income tax rate	29.3	%	32.0	%	33.4	%

Components of Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities

Components of deferred tax assets and liabilities:



	December 31,
(In thousands)	2013			2012
Deferred tax assets
Book expenses capitalized for tax	$	7,204		$	8,213
Postretirement benefits	18,027			19,282
Inventory reserves	5,550			4,780
Vacation allowances	1,036			1,240
Net operating losses and tax credit carryforwards	6,711			7,558
Post employment benefits	757			1,006
Foreign tax credit carryforwards (expiring in 2019)	2,227			212
Stock options	10,185			9,672
Liability insurance	3,686			2,754
Basis of capital assets	891			1,013
Warranties	3,049			3,078
Reserve for doubtful accounts	1,569			1,547
Other	9,313			5,063
Total deferred tax assets	70,205			65,418
Valuation allowances	(4,938		)	(3,961		)
Net deferred tax assets	65,267			61,457
Deferred tax liabilities
Property, plant and equipment	(8,935		)	(10,547		)
Pension	(40,833		)	(10,915		)
Intangibles	(25,212		)	(21,492		)
Other	(2,455		)	(1,110		)
Total deferred tax liabilities	(77,435		)	(44,064		)
Net deferred taxes	(12,168		)	17,393

Schedule Of Reconciliation Of Change In Tax Liability For Unrecognized Tax Benefits

A reconciliation of the change in the tax liability for unrecognized tax benefits for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012 is as follows:



(In thousands)	2013			2012
Beginning balance	$	9,520		$	12,827
Adjustments for tax positions related to the current year	(3,628		)	(2,672		)
Adjustments for tax positions related to prior years	97			(367		)
Statute expiration	(101		)	(268		)
Ending balance	5,888			9,520

Stock Plans (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Disclosure of Compensation Related Costs, Share-based Payments [Abstract]

Schedule Of Stock-Based Compensation Expense

Stock-based compensation expense was as follows:



(In thousands)	2013		2012		2011
Restricted stock	$	4,129	$	4,744	$	4,370
Stock options	2,825		2,435		2,343
Performance stock	3,383		2,831		1,019
Total compensation expense before income taxes	10,337		10,010		7,732
Income tax benefit	3,810		3,700		2,825
Total compensation expense, net of income tax benefit	6,527		6,310		4,907

Schedule Of Fair Value Weighted Average Assumptions For Options Granted



	2013			2012			2011
Fair value per option	$	14.17		$	10.77		$	9.94
Risk-free interest rate	1.2		%	1.2		%	2.6		%
Expected dividend yield	2.8		%	3.1		%	3.6		%
Expected volatility	39		%	41		%	40		%
Expected life (years)	6.1			6.1			6.1

Summary Of Option Activity

A summary of option activity follows:



	Shares		Weighted Average Exercise Price		Exercisable at Year-end
Outstanding January 1, 2011	1,749,003		$	29.74
Granted	166,247		34.09
Exercised	(94,115	)	13.99
Expired	(2,495	)	44.08
Outstanding December 31, 2011	1,818,640		30.94		907,598
Granted	196,469		37.33
Exercised	(223,022	)	18.93
Expired	(5,093	)	43.33
Forfeited	(2,334	)	36.69
Outstanding December 31, 2012	1,784,660		33.05		1,100,300
Granted	188,407		49.03
Exercised	(277,687	)	34.72
Outstanding December 31, 2013	1,695,380		34.55		1,178,657

Characteristics of Outstanding and Exercisable Stock Options

For various exercise price ranges, characteristics of outstanding and exercisable stock options at December 31, 2013 were as follows:



	Stock Options Outstanding
Range of Exercise Prices	Shares	Weighted-Average
Range of Exercise Prices	Shares	Exercise Price		Remaining Life
$17.83 – $29.33	609,820	$	21.76	5.5 years
$33.55 – $40.88	560,795	37.34		5.6
$41.26 – $49.92	524,765	46.42		5.4
$17.83 – $49.92	1,695,380	34.55		5.5



	Stock Options Exercisable
Range of Exercise Prices	Shares	Weighted-Average
Range of Exercise Prices	Shares	Exercise Price		Remaining Life
$17.83 – $29.33	609,820	$	21.76	5.5 years
$33.55 – $40.88	246,903	39.80		2.9
$41.26 – $48.95	321,934	45.10		3.1
$17.83 – $48.95	1,178,657	31.91		4.3

Summary of Restricted Stock Activity



	Shares		Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value
Unvested at January 1, 2011	473,637		$	26.56
Granted	125,603		33.61
Vested	(76,505	)	44.39
Forfeited	(10,481	)	24.87
Unvested at December 31, 2011	512,254		25.66
Granted	130,985		37.61
Vested	(209,897	)	20.44
Forfeited	(15,499	)	28.37
Unvested at December 31, 2012	417,843		31.92
Granted	92,448		48.98
Vested	(197,465	)	27.42
Forfeited	(9,407	)	40.23
Unvested at December 31, 2013	303,419		39.79

Summary of Performance Stock Unit Activity

A summary of performance stock unit activity follows:



	Shares		Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value
Unvested at January 1, 2011	85,629		$	20.53
Granted	48,820		33.09
Performance adjustments	(7,506	)	21.14
Forfeited	(1,500	)	30.53
Unvested at December 31, 2011	125,443		25.27
Granted	54,928		41.33
Vested	(47,706	)	18.23
Performance adjustments	5,679		26.39
Forfeited	(672	)	41.45
Unvested at December 31, 2012	137,672		35.85
Granted	53,357		57.58
Vested	(45,809	)	26.08
Performance adjustments	4,169		25.84
Unvested at December 31, 2013	149,389		46.32

Short-Term and Long-Term Debt (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Debt Disclosure [Abstract]

Schedule Of Outstanding Debt



	December 31,
(In thousands)	2013		2012
Industrial development debt issues payable through 2022, 0.30%	$	4,000	$	4,000
2006 Senior Notes payable through 2021, 5.41%	53,334		60,000
2010 Senior Notes payable through 2021, 4.00%	100,000		100,000
Senior revolving credit facility maturing in 2016	110,000		115,000
Total	267,334		279,000
Amounts due within one year	6,667		6,667
Long-term debt	260,667		272,333

Goodwill and Intangible Assets (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]

Changes In Goodwill

Changes in goodwill during the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012 were as follows:



(In thousands)	2013		2012
Net balance at January 1	$	258,400	$	259,084
Disposals	—		(1,800		)
Currency translation	1,734		1,116
Net balance at December 31	260,134		258,400

Changes In Intangible Assets, Net Of Accumulated Amortization

Changes in intangible assets, net of accumulated amortization, during the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012 were as follows:



(In thousands)	2013			2012
Net balance at January 1	$	38,648		$	47,119
Amortization expense	(3,708		)	(4,181		)
Impairment losses	—			(4,272		)
Currency translation	89			(18		)
Net balance at December 31	35,029			38,648

Pensions and Other Postretirement Benefits (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Compensation and Retirement Disclosure [Abstract]

Schedule Of Defined Benefit Pension Plans And Other Postretirement Benefits Plan

Information pertaining to defined benefit pension plans and other postretirement benefits plans is provided in the following table:



	Pension Benefits						Other Benefits
(In thousands)	2013			2012			2013			2012
Change in Benefit Obligations
Benefit obligations at January 1	$	463,806		$	394,269		$	30,551		$	30,425
Service cost	11,132			9,511			687			694
Interest cost	17,934			19,018			1,050			1,265
Participant contributions	136			137			—			—
Plan Amendments	(239		)	—			144			—
Actuarial (gains) losses	(34,248		)	58,102			(4,107		)	(191		)
Benefits paid	(19,232		)	(17,804		)	(1,593		)	(1,642		)
Settlements	(1,474		)	(2,542		)	—			—
Termination benefits	—			387			—			—
Currency translation	2,544			2,728			—			—
Benefit obligations at December 31	440,359			463,806			26,732			30,551
Change in Plan Assets
Fair value of plan assets at January 1	384,452			357,967			—			—
Actual return on plan assets	67,391			41,478			—			—
Employer contributions	4,053			4,448			1,449			1,642
Participant contributions	136			137			143			222
Settlements	(1,474		)	(2,542		)	—			—
Benefits paid	(16,316		)	(15,198		)	(1,592		)	(1,864		)
Reimbursement of German benefits	(2,916		)	(2,606		)	—			—
Currency translation	(757		)	768			—			—
Fair value of plan assets at December 31	434,569			384,452			—			—
Funded Status
Funded status at December 31	(5,790		)	(79,354		)	(26,732		)	(30,551		)
Unrecognized transition losses	21			24			—			—
Unrecognized prior service cost	374			712			(2,193		)	(2,618		)
Unrecognized net actuarial losses	116,945			198,169			6,832			11,492
Net amount recognized	111,550			119,551			(22,093		)	(21,677		)
Amounts Recognized in the Balance Sheet
Noncurrent assets	121,054			42,818			—			—
Current liabilities	(5,518		)	(5,021		)	(1,695		)	(1,882		)
Noncurrent liabilities	(121,326		)	(117,151		)	(25,037		)	(28,669		)
Net amount recognized	(5,790		)	(79,354		)	(26,732		)	(30,551		)
Amounts Recognized in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income
Net actuarial losses	116,945			198,169			6,832			11,492
Prior service cost (credit)	374			712			(2,193		)	(2,618		)
Unrecognized net initial obligation	21			24			—			—
Total (before tax effects)	117,340			198,905			4,639			8,874
Accumulated Benefit Obligations for all Defined Benefit Plans	403,682			414,957			—			—

Components Of Net Periodic Benefit (Credit) Cost



	Pension Benefits									Other Benefits
(In thousands)	2013			2012			2011			2013			2012			2011
Components of Net Periodic Benefit Cost (Credit)
Service cost	$	11,132		$	9,511		$	8,674		$	687		$	694		$	785
Interest cost	17,934			19,018			19,531			1,050			1,265			1,501
Expected return on plan assets	(30,884		)	(32,328		)	(34,125		)	—			—			—
Amortization of transition amounts	3			2			4			—			—			—
Amortization of prior service cost	102			101			104			(424		)	(454		)	(455		)
Recognized net actuarial losses	13,323			6,235			793			552			529			710
Curtailment loss	658			747			52			—			—			—
Termination benefits	—			387			—			—			—			—
Net periodic benefit cost (credit)	12,268			3,673			(4,967		)	1,865			2,034			2,541

Schedule Of Amounts Included In Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income Expected To Be Recognized In Net Periodic Benefit Costs

Amounts included in accumulated other comprehensive income expected to be recognized in 2014 net periodic benefit costs.



(In thousands)	Pension Benefits		Other Benefits
Loss recognition	$	9,039	$	332
Prior service cost (credit) recognition	84		(335		)
Transition obligation recognition	2		—

Schedule Of Assumptions Used To Determine Benefit Obligations And Net Periodic Benefit Cost



	Pension Benefits				Other Benefits
	2013		2012		2013		2012
Assumptions used to determine benefit obligations
Average discount rate	4.5	%	4.0	%	4.6	%	3.8	%
Rate of compensation increase	3.1	%	3.8	%	—		—
Assumptions used to determine net periodic benefit cost
Average discount rate	4.0	%	5.0	%	3.8	%	4.8	%
Expected return on plan assets	8.2	%	8.2	%	—		—
Rate of compensation increases	3.8	%	3.9	%	—		—

Schedule Of Expected Return On Assets For Net Periodic Pension Cost



	Pension Plan Assets at December 31,
	2013		2012
Equity securities	71	%	64	%
Fixed income securities	19		25
Pooled investment funds	5		6
Insurance contracts	3		3
Cash and cash equivalents	2		2
Total	100	%	100	%

Summary Of Pension Plan Assets Measured At Fair Value On A Recurring Basis By Fair Value Hierarchy

The following table summarizes our pension plan assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis by fair value hierarchy level (See Note 17):



	December 31, 2013
(In thousands)	Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets (Level 1)		Significant Observable Inputs (Level 2)		Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3)		Total Fair Value
Equity securities	$	307,486	$	—	$	428	$	307,914
Fixed income securities	36,749		47,545		—		84,294
Pooled investment funds	—		22,430		—		22,430
Insurance contracts	—		—		13,512		13,512
Cash and cash equivalents	6,067		—		352		6,419
Total	350,302		69,975		14,292		434,569



	December 31, 2012
(In thousands)	Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets (Level 1)		Significant Observable Inputs (Level 2)		Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3)		Total Fair Value
Equity securities	$	245,840	$	—	$	—	$	245,840
Fixed income securities	43,600		52,762		—		96,362
Pooled investment funds	—		22,030		—		22,030
Insurance contracts	—		—		12,254		12,254
Cash and cash equivalents	7,966		—		—		7,966
Total	297,406		74,792		12,254		384,452

Schedule Of Reconciliation Of Level 3 Assets

The following table presents a reconciliation of Level 3 assets:



(In thousands)	Insurance Contracts			Other
Balance January 1, 2012	$	11,562		$	—
Net realized and unrealized gains included in earnings	1,933			—
Net purchases, issuances and settlements	(1,241		)	—
Balance December 31, 2012	12,254			—
Net realized and unrealized gains included in earnings	1,074			780
Net purchases, issuances and settlements	173			—
Transfers into Level 3	11			—
Balance December 31, 2013	13,512			780

Other (Loss) Income, Net (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Other Income and Expenses [Abstract]

Schedule Of Other Income, Net



(In thousands)	2013			2012			2011
Interest income	$	1,142		$	1,411		$	1,809
Land impairment loss	(1,557		)	—			—
Gain on asset dispositions, net	436			8,396			3,328
Escrow settlement	—			4,790			—
Intangible asset impairment loss (See Note 10)	—			(4,272		)	—
Other, net	(196		)	551			321
Total	(175		)	10,876			5,458

Derivative Financial Instruments (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]

Balance Sheet Location And Fair Value Of Assets And Liabilities Associated With Derivative Financial Instruments

The following table presents the balance sheet location and fair value of assets and liabilities associated with derivative financial instruments.



	December 31,
(In thousands)	2013		2012
Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments:
Foreign exchange contracts - Prepaid expenses and other current assets	$	1,308	$	801

Income Statement Location and Impact of Derivative Financial Instruments

The following table presents the income statement location and impact of derivative financial instruments:



(In thousands)	Income Statement Location	(Gain) Recognized in Income
		Year ended December 31,
		2013			2012
Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments:
Foreign exchange contracts	Currency exchange (gains), net	$	(755	)	$	(1,139	)

Contingencies (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]

Summary of Cumulative Trauma Product Liability Claims Activity

A summary of cumulative trauma product liability lawsuit activity follows:



	2013		2012		2011
Open lawsuits, January 1	2,609		2,321		1,900
New lawsuits	489		750		479
Settled and dismissed lawsuits	(258	)	(462	)	(58	)
Open lawsuits, December 31	2,840		2,609		2,321

Summary of Insurance Receivable Balances and Activity Related to Cumulative Trauma Product Liability Losses

A summary of insurance receivable balances and activity related to cumulative trauma product liability losses follows:



(In millions)	2013			2012			2011
Balance January 1	$	130.0		$	112.1		$	89.0
Additions	34.0			29.7			35.6
Collections and settlements	(39.2		)	(11.8		)	(12.5		)
Balance December 31	124.8			130.0			112.1

Tabular disclosure of exposure to material amount of loss arising from allegations of damages pertaining to and arising from one or more of the entity's products.

Assets Held for Sale and Discontinued Operations [Abstract]

Assets Held for Sale and Discontinued Operations (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Schedule of Assets Held for Sale

These assets are reported in the following balance sheet lines:



(In millions)	December 31, 2013
Inventory	$	1.4
Property, net of depreciation	0.2
Total assets	1.6

Schedule of Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations, Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures

Summarized financial information for discontinued operations is as follows:



	Year ended December 31,
(In thousands)	2013			2012			2011
Discontinued Operations
Net Sales	$	52,692		$	58,461		$	60,414
Other income (loss), net	40			115			(78		)
Cost and expenses:
Cost of products sold	41,181			45,277			48,544
Selling, general and administrative	7,389			8,376			8,588
Interest expense	—			17			1
Currency exchange losses, net	(325		)	(41		)	(540		)
Income from discontinued operations before income taxes	4,487			4,947			3,743
Provision for income taxes	1,426			1,128			966
Income from discontinued operations, net of tax	3,061			3,819			2,777



	December 31,
(In thousands)	2013		2012
Discontinued Operations assets and liabilities
Cash and Cash Equivalents	$	2,980	$	2,465
Trade receivables, less allowance for doubtful accounts	7,452		8,870
Inventories	11,359		11,875
Net property	317		286
Other assets	1,326		2,252
Total assets	23,434		25,748
Accounts Payable	5,447		3,356
Accrued and other liabilities	930		1,685
Total liabilities	6,377		5,041
Net assets	17,057		20,707

The following summary provides financial information for discontinued operations related to net loss (income) related to noncontrolling interests:



	Year ended December 31,
(In thousands)	2013			2012			2,011
Net loss (income) attributable to noncontrolling interests
Loss (income) from continuing operations	$	870		$	(385	)	$	250
(Income) from discontinued operations	(672		)	(739		)	(443		)
Net loss (income)	198			(1,124		)	(193		)

Tabular disclosure of disposal groups, which may include the gain (loss) recognized in the income statement and the income statement caption that includes that gain (loss), amounts of revenues and pretax profit or loss reported in discontinued operations, the classification and carrying value of the assets and liabilities comprising the disposal group, and the segment in which the disposal group was reported. Also may include the amount of adjustments to amounts previously reported in discontinued operations such as resolution of contingencies arising from the disposal transaction or the operations of the component prior to disposal.

Quarterly Financial Information Disclosure [Abstract]

Quarterly Financial Information (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Schedule Of Quarterly Financial Information



	2013
	Quarters								Year
(In thousands, except earnings per share)	1st		2nd		3rd		4th
Continuing Operations:
Net sales	$	269,886	$	285,859	$	264,884	$	291,429	$	1,112,058
Gross profit	121,704		129,665		115,426		130,050		496,845
Net income attributable to Mine Safety Appliances Company	18,627		23,315		18,987		24,929		85,858

Earnings per share*
Basic	0.50		0.63		0.51		0.67		2.31
Diluted	0.49		0.62		0.51		0.66		2.28

Discontinued Operations:
Net sales	13,353		13,836		13,361		12,142		52,692
Gross profit	3,078		3,215		2,790		2,428		11,511
Net income attributable to Mine Safety Appliances Company	659		734		514		482		2,389

Earnings per share*
Basic	0.02		0.02		0.01		0.01		0.06
Diluted	0.02		0.02		0.01		0.01		0.06



	2012
	Quarters								Year
(In thousands, except earnings per share)	1st		2nd		3rd		4th
Continuing Operations:
Net sales	$	278,255	$	279,367	$	270,480	$	282,341	$	1,110,443
Gross profit	123,377		119,538		118,391		128,242		489,548
Net income attributable to Mine Safety Appliances Company	23,090		27,078		18,173		19,216		87,557

Earnings per share*
Basic	0.63		0.74		0.49		0.52		2.37
Diluted	0.62		0.73		0.48		0.51		2.34

Discontinued Operations:
Net sales	15,230		15,371		16,087		11,773		58,461
Gross profit	3,614		3,588		3,863		2,119		13,184
Net income attributable to Mine Safety Appliances Company	832		917		1,060		271		3,080

Earnings per share*
Basic	0.02		0.02		0.03		0.01		0.08
Diluted	0.02		0.02		0.03		0.01		0.08

* Per share amounts are calculated independently for each period presented; therefore, the sum of the quarterly per share amounts may not equal the per share amounts for the year.

Significant Accounting Policies - Additional Information (Detail) - USD ($)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Impairment of goodwill	$ 0
Restricted Cash and Cash Equivalents	2,800,000	$ 0	$ 0
Depreciation expense	$ 27,100,000	$ 27,500,000	$ 27,100,000
Building \| Minimum
Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Useful Lives	20 years
Building \| Maximum
Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Useful Lives	40 years
Machinery and Equipment \| Minimum
Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Useful Lives	3 years
Machinery and Equipment \| Maximum
Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Useful Lives	10 years

Restructuring and Other Charges - Additional Information (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring and other charges	$ 5,344	$ 2,787	$ 8,559
European Segment
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring and other charges	1,700	2,500	4,300
Severance costs	3,000	1,100	5,800
North American Segment
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring and other charges		300
Severance costs		1,500
Costs associated with the relocation of certain administrative and production activities			1,700
International Segment
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring and other charges		200
Severance costs	$ 2,300	$ 200	$ 1,100

Schedule Of Inventories (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Inventory Disclosure [Abstract]
Finished products	$ 74,466	$ 72,658
Work in process	8,108	13,473
Raw materials and supplies	54,263	50,169
Total inventories	136,837	136,300
Excess of FIFO costs over LIFO costs	44,670	46,519
Total FIFO inventories	$ 181,507	$ 182,819

Inventories - Additional Information (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Inventory Disclosure [Abstract]
Percentage of LIFO inventories on total inventories	15.00%	16.00%
Effect of LIFO liquidation on cost of sales	$ 2.1	$ 0.8
Increase in income due to effect of liquidations	$ 1.4	$ 0.5

Property, Plant, and Equipment (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Gross	$ 480,400	$ 457,744
Accumulated Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization, Property, Plant, and Equipment	(327,645)	(310,279)
Property, Plant and Equipment, Net	152,755	147,465
Land [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Gross	3,835	5,267
Building
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Gross	110,534	107,082
Machinery and Equipment
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Gross	349,667	334,951
Construction in Progress [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Gross	$ 16,364	$ 10,444

Reclassifications out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Equity [Abstract]
Amortization of prior service cost	$ (322)	$ (353)	$ (351)
Recognized net actuarial losses	13,875	6,764	1,503
Total reclassifications	13,553	6,411	1,152
Tax benefit	5,066	2,469	411
Total reclassifications, net of tax	$ 8,487	$ 3,942	$ 741

Capital Stock - Additional Information (Detail) - USD ($)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Nov. 30, 2005
Capital Unit [Line Items]
Preferred stock, par value	$ 50	$ 50
Percentage of cumulative preferred stock	4.50%	4.50%
Purchase of treasury shares	$ 0
Common stock, shares authorized	180,000,000
Common stock, par value	$ 0	$ 0
Common Stock, Shares, Outstanding	37,202,099	37,007,799
Common Stock, Value, Issued	$ 132,055,000	$ 112,135,000
Second Cumulative Preferred Voting Stock
Capital Unit [Line Items]
Preferred stock, shares authorized	1,000,000
Preferred stock, par value	$ 10
Preferred stock, shares issued	0
4 1/2% Cumulative Preferred Nonvoting Stock
Capital Unit [Line Items]
Preferred stock, shares authorized	100,000
Preferred stock, par value	$ 50
Percentage of cumulative preferred stock	4.50%
Preferred Stock, Callable Price Per Share	$ 52.50
Preferred stock, shares issued	71,373
Treasury share, number of shares held	52,878
Board of Directors
Capital Unit [Line Items]
Common Stock, Value, Issued			$ 100,000,000

Summary of Common Stock Activity (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
Stock options exercised (in shares)	277,687	223,022	94,115
Restricted stock expense	$ 4,129	$ 4,744	$ 4,370
Stock option expense	$ 2,825	$ 2,435	$ 2,343
Common Stock
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
Beginning Balances (in shares)	(62,081,391)	(62,081,391)	(62,081,391)
Ending Balances (in shares)	(62,081,391)	(62,081,391)	(62,081,391)
Beginning Balances	$ 112,135	$ 97,276	$ 88,629
Restricted stock awards	(505)	(711)	(542)
Restricted stock expense	4,244	4,891	4,376
Restricted stock forfeitures	(115)	(147)	(6)
Stock options exercised	8,194	3,141	825
Stock option expense	2,825	2,435	2,343
Performance stock issued	(352)	(303)
Performance stock expense	3,383	2,831	1,019
Tax benefit related to stock plans	2,246	2,799	632
Other, net		(77)
Ending Balances	$ 132,055	$ 112,135	$ 97,276
Stock Compensation Trust
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
Beginning Balances (in shares)	(745,430.00)	(1,162,784.000)	(1,360,714)
Restricted stock awards (in shares)	96,686	136,295	103,815
Stock options exercised (in shares)	277,687	223,022	94,115
Performance stock issued	67,389	58,037
Ending Balances (in shares)	(303,668.000)	(745,430.00)	(1,162,784.000)
Beginning Balances	$ (3,891)	$ (6,070)	$ (7,103)
Restricted stock awards	505	711	542
Stock options exercised	1,449	1,165	491
Performance stock issued	352	303
Ending Balances	$ (1,585)	$ (3,891)	$ (6,070)
Treasury Stock
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
Beginning Balances (in shares)	(24,328,162)	(24,226,017)	(24,200,951)
Restricted stock forfeitures (in shares)	(7,365)	(10,815)	(7,469)
Treasury shares purchased (in shares)	(240,097)	(91,330)	(17,597)
Ending Balances (in shares)	(24,575,624)	(24,328,162)	(24,226,017)
Beginning Balances	$ (267,987)	$ (264,479)	$ (263,855)
Treasury shares purchased	(11,785)	(3,508)	(624)
Ending Balances	$ (279,772)	$ (267,987)	$ (264,479)

Segment Information - Additional Information (Detail) - segment	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Product Information [Line Items]
Number of geographic operating segments	11
Number of reportable segments	3
Core Products \| Sales
Product Information [Line Items]
Concentration Risk, Percentage	73.00%	70.00%
Fix Gas & Flame Detection Instruments \| Sales
Product Information [Line Items]
Concentration Risk, Percentage	22.00%
Breathing Apparatus \| Sales
Product Information [Line Items]
Concentration Risk, Percentage	20.00%
Portable Instruments \| Sales
Product Information [Line Items]
Concentration Risk, Percentage	14.00%
Head Protection \| Sales
Product Information [Line Items]
Concentration Risk, Percentage	13.00%
Fall Protection \| Sales
Product Information [Line Items]
Concentration Risk, Percentage	4.00%
Non-Core Products \| Sales
Product Information [Line Items]
Concentration Risk, Percentage	27.00%	30.00%

Schedule Of Reportable Segment Information (Detail) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands

3 Months Ended

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Sep. 30, 2013

Jun. 30, 2013

Mar. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Sep. 30, 2012

Jun. 30, 2012

Mar. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2011

$ 291,429

$ 264,884

$ 285,859

$ 269,886

$ 282,341

$ 270,480

$ 279,367

$ 278,255

$ 1,112,058

$ 1,110,443

$ 1,112,814

24,929

18,987

23,315

18,627

19,216

18,173

27,078

23,090

85,858

87,557

67,518

482

$ 514

$ 734

$ 659

271

$ 1,060

$ 917

$ 832

2,389

3,080

2,334

1,234,270

1,111,746

1,234,270

1,111,746

1,115,052

1,142

1,411

1,809

10,677

11,344

14,116

30,764

31,702

32,866

(12,361)

(3,673)

4,967

^[1]

35,145

41,401

33,807

36,517

32,209

30,390

152,755

147,465

152,755

147,465

145,763

North America

559,193

551,927

561,140

122,013

114,354

100,094

70,577

64,270

53,674

836,418

726,476

836,418

726,476

742,707

243

364

106

19,732

21,446

22,036

(4,765)

2,138

10,800

35,602

39,125

31,821

17,963

20,129

20,035

85,087

85,923

85,087

85,923

85,643

Europe

289,760

289,549

286,753

98,491

98,096

116,471

18,398

20,424

11,689

394,463

352,601

394,463

352,601

340,305

147

192

175

350

253

5,357

5,354

6,239

(6,328)

(4,700)

(5,638)

6,133

7,362

6,187

11,833

5,106

4,384

33,162

25,460

33,162

25,460

25,273

International

263,105

268,967

264,921

21,075

18,641

18,305

20,373

19,238

24,818

2,389

3,080

2,334

222,427

205,959

222,427

205,959

194,127

809

886

1,215

137

5,675

4,902

4,591

(1,268)

(1,111)

(195)

6,182

8,085

5,726

6,721

6,974

5,971

34,505

36,081

34,505

36,081

34,846

Reconciling Items

(241,579)

(231,091)

(234,870)

(23,490)

(16,375)

(22,663)

(219,038)

(173,290)

(219,038)

(173,290)

(162,087)

324

10,448

10,810

13,697

(12,772)

(13,171)

(9,927)

Net income attributable to continuing operations

$ 1

[1]	The components of income before income taxes and the provision for income taxes relate to continuing operations.

Geographic Information on Sales to External Customers (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended								12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Sep. 30, 2013	Jun. 30, 2013	Mar. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Sep. 30, 2012	Jun. 30, 2012	Mar. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Segment Reporting, Revenue Reconciling Item [Line Items]
Sales to external customers	$ 291,429	$ 264,884	$ 285,859	$ 269,886	$ 282,341	$ 270,480	$ 279,367	$ 278,255	$ 1,112,058	$ 1,110,443	$ 1,112,814
UNITED STATES
Segment Reporting, Revenue Reconciling Item [Line Items]
Sales to external customers									528,178	527,550	538,257
GERMANY
Segment Reporting, Revenue Reconciling Item [Line Items]
Sales to external customers									71,139	74,557	75,536
Other Country
Segment Reporting, Revenue Reconciling Item [Line Items]
Sales to external customers									$ 512,741	$ 508,336	$ 499,021

Geographic Information on Long-lived Assets (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Long-Lived Assets by Geographical Areas [Line Items]
Long-lived assets	$ 152,755	$ 147,465	$ 145,763
UNITED STATES
Long-Lived Assets by Geographical Areas [Line Items]
Long-lived assets	82,274	82,820	82,318
Germany
Long-Lived Assets by Geographical Areas [Line Items]
Long-lived assets	16,882	8,781	9,303
CHINA
Long-Lived Assets by Geographical Areas [Line Items]
Long-lived assets	16,010	14,780	14,817
Other Country
Long-Lived Assets by Geographical Areas [Line Items]
Long-lived assets	$ 37,589	$ 41,084	$ 39,325

Schedule Of Earnings Per Share (Detail) - USD ($)
$ / shares in Units, shares in Thousands, $ in Thousands

3 Months Ended

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Sep. 30, 2013

Jun. 30, 2013

Mar. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Sep. 30, 2012

Jun. 30, 2012

Mar. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2011

Earnings Per Share [Abstract]

$ 24,929

$ 18,987

$ 23,315

$ 18,627

$ 19,216

$ 18,173

$ 27,078

$ 23,090

$ 85,858

$ 87,557

$ 67,518

Preferred stock dividends

(41)

Income from continuing operations available to common equity

85,817

87,516

67,477

Dividends and undistributed earnings allocated to participating securities

(643)

(836)

(730)

Income from continuing operations available to common shareholders

85,174

86,680

66,747

Net income attributable to discontinued operations

$ 482

$ 514

$ 734

$ 659

$ 271

$ 1,060

$ 917

$ 832

2,389

3,080

2,334

Preferred stock dividends

(1)

Income from discontinued operations available to common equity

2,388

3,079

2,333

Dividends and undistributed earnings allocated to participating securities

(18)

(29)

(25)

Income from discontinued operations available to common shareholders

$ 2,370

$ 3,050

$ 2,308

Basic weighted-average shares outstanding

36,868

36,564

36,221

Stock options and other stock compensation

582

478

610

Diluted weighted-average shares outstanding

37,450

37,042

36,831

Antidilutive stock options

744

894

Earnings per share attributable to continuing operations:

Income from continuing operations, Basic (dollars per share)

$ 0.67

^[1]

$ 0.51

^[1]

$ 0.63

^[1]

$ 0.50

^[1]

$ 0.52

^[1]

$ 0.49

^[1]

$ 0.74

^[1]

$ 0.63

^[1]

$ 2.31

^[1]

$ 2.37

^[1]

$ 1.85

Income from continuing operations, Diluted (dollars per share)

0.66

^[1]

0.51

^[1]

0.62

^[1]

0.49

^[1]

0.51

^[1]

0.48

^[1]

0.73

^[1]

0.62

^[1]

2.28

^[1]

2.34

^[1]

1.81

Earnings per share attributable to discontinued operations:

Income from discontinued operations, Basic (dollars per share)

0.01

^[1]

0.01

^[1]

0.02

^[1]

0.02

^[1]

0.01

^[1]

0.03

^[1]

0.02

^[1]

0.02

^[1]

0.06

^[1]

0.08

^[1]

0.06

Income from discontinued operations, Diluted (dollars per share)

$ 0.01

^[1]

$ 0.01

^[1]

$ 0.02

^[1]

$ 0.02

^[1]

$ 0.01

^[1]

$ 0.03

^[1]

$ 0.02

^[1]

$ 0.02

^[1]

$ 0.06

^[1]

$ 0.08

^[1]

$ 0.06

[1]	Per share amounts are calculated independently for each period presented; therefore, the sum of the quarterly per share amounts may not equal the per share amounts for the year.

Income Taxes - Additional Information (Detail) - USD ($)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Income Taxes [Line Items]
Discontinued Operations, Tax Expense	$ 1,400,000	$ 1,100,000	$ 1,000,000
Discontinued Operations, Deferred Income Tax Expense (Benefit)	200,000	(400,000)	$ 100,000
Net operating loss carryforwards	28,000,000
Deferred income taxes on undistributed earnings	0
Undistributed earnings of non-U.S. subsidiaries	290,500,000
Recognized tax benefits	5,100,000	8,600,000
Liability for interest expense and penalties accrued	500,000	$ 700,000
Accrued additional interest and penalties related to uncertain tax positions	200,000
Expiration Date Two Thousand Fourteen
Income Taxes [Line Items]
Net operating loss carryforward expiring	$ 200,000
Net operating loss carryforwards expiration year	2014
Expiration Date Two Thousand Fifteen
Income Taxes [Line Items]
Net operating loss carryforward expiring	$ 900,000
Net operating loss carryforwards expiration year	2015

Components of Income Before Income Taxes (Detail) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2011

Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]

U.S. income

^[1]

$ 48,621

$ 67,043

$ 58,817

Non-U.S. income

^[1]

71,512

62,300

42,258

Income from continuing operations before income taxes

^[1]

120,133

129,343

101,075

Current

Federal

^[1]

18,656

18,774

6,829

State

^[1]

1,492

2,556

872

Non-U.S.

^[1]

18,453

19,438

17,449

Total current provision

^[1]

38,601

40,768

25,150

Deferred

Federal

^[1]

(3,582)

(518)

10,853

State

^[1]

(483)

(125)

772

Non-U.S.

^[1]

609

1,276

(2,968)

Total deferred provision

^[1]

(3,456)

633

8,657

Provision for income taxes

^[1]

$ 35,145

$ 41,401

$ 33,807

[1]	The components of income before income taxes and the provision for income taxes relate to continuing operations.

Reconciliation Between U.S. Federal Income Tax Rate and Effective Tax Rate (Detail)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
U.S. federal income tax rate	35.00%	35.00%	35.00%
State income taxes—U.S.	0.60%	1.20%	1.00%
Taxes on non-U.S. income	(4.50%)	(1.00%)	(2.00%)
Research and development credit	(1.50%)	(0.00%)	(1.30%)
Manufacturing deduction credit	(1.10%)	(2.00%)	(0.30%)
Valuation allowances	0.50%	(0.20%)	0.10%
Other	0.30%	(1.00%)	0.90%
Effective income tax rate	29.30%	32.00%	33.40%

Components of Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Book expenses capitalized for tax	$ 7,204	$ 8,213
Postretirement benefits	18,027	19,282
Inventory reserves	5,550	4,780
Vacation allowances	1,036	1,240
Net operating losses and tax credit carryforwards	6,711	7,558
Post employment benefits	757	1,006
Foreign tax credit carryforwards (expiring in 2019)	2,227	212
Stock options	10,185	9,672
Liability insurance	3,686	2,754
Basis of capital assets	891	1,013
Warranties	3,049	3,078
Reserve for doubtful accounts	1,569	1,547
Other	9,313	5,063
Total deferred tax assets	70,205	65,418
Valuation allowances	(4,938)	(3,961)
Net deferred tax assets	65,267	61,457
Property, plant and equipment	(8,935)	(10,547)
Pension	(40,833)	(10,915)
Intangibles	(25,212)	(21,492)
Other	(2,455)	(1,110)
Total deferred tax liabilities	(77,435)	(44,064)
Net deferred taxes	$ (12,168)	$ 17,393

Reconciliation of Change in Tax Liability for Unrecognized Tax Benefits (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Reconciliation of Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Excluding Amounts Pertaining to Examined Tax Returns [Roll Forward]
Beginning balance	$ 9,520	$ 12,827
Adjustments for tax positions related to the current year	(3,628)	(2,672)
Adjustments for tax positions related to prior years	97	(367)
Statute expiration	(101)	(268)
Ending balance	$ 5,888	$ 9,520

Components of Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities (Parenthetical) (Detail)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Foreign
Schedule of Components of Deferred Tax Provision [Line Items]
Foreign tax credit carryforwards, expiration date	2019

Stock Plans - Additional Information (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Stock options exercisable period after grant date	3 years
Restricted stock vest period after grant date	3 years
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-base Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Average Closing Price Used to Calculate Expected Dividend Rate, Period	1 year
Stock options expiration period	10 years
Cash proceeds from exercise of options	$ 9,643	$ 4,306	$ 1,316
Excess tax benefit (provision) related to stock plans	2,246	2,799	632
Aggregate intrinsic value of stock options exercisable	22,700
Aggregate intrinsic value of stock options outstanding	28,200
Total intrinsic value of stock options exercised	4,000	4,400	1,800
Unrecognized stock-based compensation expense	$ 5,400
Weighted average period over which unrecognized stock-based compensation expense is expected to be recognized, in years	1 year
Minimum
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Percentage of target award based on achieving targeted performance conditions	0.00%
Maximum
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Percentage of target award based on achieving targeted performance conditions	200.00%
Stock Options
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Excess tax benefit (provision) related to stock plans	$ 500	1,600	700
Restricted Stock Activity
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Fair value of stock units vested	9,700	$ 8,000	$ 2,600
Performance Stock Unit Activity
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Fair value of stock units vested	$ 2,300
Management
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Shares reserved for future grants	1,752,369
Non Employee Directors
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Shares reserved for future grants	183,702

Schedule of Stock Compensation Expense (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Disclosure of Compensation Related Costs, Share-based Payments [Abstract]
Restricted stock	$ 4,129	$ 4,744	$ 4,370
Stock options	2,825	2,435	2,343
Performance stock	3,383	2,831	1,019
Total compensation expense before income taxes	10,337	10,010	7,732
Income tax benefit	3,810	3,700	2,825
Total compensation expense, net of income tax benefit	$ 6,527	$ 6,310	$ 4,907

Weighted Average Assumptions and Fair Value of Stock Option Grants (Detail) - $ / shares	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Disclosure of Compensation Related Costs, Share-based Payments [Abstract]
Fair value per option	$ 14.17	$ 10.77	$ 9.94
Risk-free interest rate	1.20%	1.20%	2.60%
Expected dividend yield	2.80%	3.10%	3.60%
Expected volatility	39.00%	41.00%	40.00%
Expected life (years)	6 years 1 month 6 days	6 years 1 month 6 days	6 years 1 month 6 days

Summary of Stock Option Activity (Detail) - $ / shares	12 Months Ended
Summary of Stock Option Activity (Detail) - $ / shares	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding [Roll Forward]
Outstanding Beginning balance, Shares	1,784,660	1,818,640	1,749,003
Granted, Shares	188,407	196,469	166,247
Exercised, Shares	(277,687)	(223,022)	(94,115)
Expired, Shares		(5,093)	(2,495)
Forfeited, Shares		(2,334)
Outstanding Ending balance, Shares	1,695,380	1,784,660	1,818,640
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Nonvested, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value [Abstract]
Outstanding Beginning balance, Weighted Average Exercise Price	$ 33.05	$ 30.94	$ 29.74
Granted, Weighted Average Exercise Price	49.03	37.33	34.09
Exercised, Weighted Average Exercise Price	34.72	18.93	13.99
Expired, Weighted Average Exercise Price		43.33	44.08
Forfeited, Weighted Average Exercise Price		36.69
Outstanding Ending balance,Weighted Average Exercise Price	$ 34.55	$ 33.05	$ 30.94
Exercisable at end of period	1,178,657	1,100,300	907,598

Schedule of Exercise Price Ranges, Characteristics of Outstanding Stock Options (Detail)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013 $ / shares shares
$17.83-$29.33
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Line Items]
Range of Exercise Prices, minimum	$ 17.83
Range of Exercise Prices, maximum	$ 29.33
Stock Options Outstanding, Shares \| shares	609,820
Stock Options Outstanding, Weighted-Average Exercise Price	$ 21.76
Stock Options Outstanding, Weighted-Average Remaining Life, in years	5 years 6 months
Stock Options Exercisable, Shares \| shares	609,820
Exercisable, Weighted-Average Exercise Price	$ 21.76
Stock Options Exercisable, Weighted-Average Remaining Life, in years	5 years 6 months
$33.55-$40.88
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Line Items]
Range of Exercise Prices, minimum	$ 33.55
Range of Exercise Prices, maximum	$ 40.88
Stock Options Outstanding, Shares \| shares	560,795
Stock Options Outstanding, Weighted-Average Exercise Price	$ 37.34
Stock Options Outstanding, Weighted-Average Remaining Life, in years	5 years 6 months 30 days
Stock Options Exercisable, Shares \| shares	246,903
Exercisable, Weighted-Average Exercise Price	$ 39.80
Stock Options Exercisable, Weighted-Average Remaining Life, in years	2 years 10 months 24 days
$41.26-$49.92
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Line Items]
Range of Exercise Prices, minimum	$ 41.26
Range of Exercise Prices, maximum	$ 49.92
Stock Options Outstanding, Shares \| shares	524,765
Stock Options Outstanding, Weighted-Average Exercise Price	$ 46.42
Stock Options Outstanding, Weighted-Average Remaining Life, in years	5 years 4 months 30 days
Stock Options Exercisable, Shares \| shares	321,934
Exercisable, Weighted-Average Exercise Price	$ 45.10
Stock Options Exercisable, Weighted-Average Remaining Life, in years	3 years 1 month 6 days
$17.83-$49.92
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Line Items]
Range of Exercise Prices, minimum	$ 17.83
Range of Exercise Prices, maximum	$ 49.92
Stock Options Outstanding, Shares \| shares	1,695,380
Stock Options Outstanding, Weighted-Average Exercise Price	$ 34.55
Stock Options Outstanding, Weighted-Average Remaining Life, in years	5 years 5 months 30 days
Stock Options Exercisable, Shares \| shares	1,178,657
Exercisable, Weighted-Average Exercise Price	$ 31.91
Stock Options Exercisable, Weighted-Average Remaining Life, in years	4 years 3 months 18 days

Summary of Restricted Stock Activity (Detail) - Restricted Stock Activity - $ / shares	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Nonvested, Number of Shares [Roll Forward]
Unvested Shares, Beginning Balance	417,843	512,254	473,637
Granted, Shares	92,448	130,985	125,603
Vested, Shares	(197,465)	(209,897)	(76,505)
Forfeited, Shares	(9,407)	(15,499)	(10,481)
Unvested Shares, Ending Balance	303,419	417,843	512,254
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Nonvested, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value [Abstract]
Unvested Weighted Average Grant Date Fair value, Beginning Balance	$ 31.92	$ 25.66	$ 26.56
Granted, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value	48.98	37.61	33.61
Vested, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value	27.42	20.44	44.39
Forfeited, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair value	40.23	28.37	24.87
Unvested Weighted Average Grant Date Fair value, Ending Balance	$ 39.79	$ 31.92	$ 25.66

Summary of Performance Stock Unit Activity (Detail) - Performance Stock Unit Activity - $ / shares	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding [Roll Forward]
Unvested Shares, Beginning Balance	137,672	125,443	85,629
Granted, Shares	53,357	54,928	48,820
Vested, Shares	(45,809)	(47,706)
Performance adjustments, Shares	(4,169)	(5,679)	(7,506)
Forfeited, Shares		(672)	(1,500)
Unvested Shares, Ending Balance	149,389	137,672	125,443
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Nonvested, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value [Abstract]
Unvested Weighted Average Grant Date Fair value, Beginning Balance	$ 35.85	$ 25.27	$ 20.53
Granted, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value	57.58	41.33	33.09
Vested, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value	26.08	18.23
Performance adjustments, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair value	25.84	26.39	21.14
Forfeited, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair value		41.45	30.53
Unvested Weighted Average Grant Date Fair value, Ending Balance	$ 46.32	$ 35.85	$ 25.27

Short-Term Debt - Additional Information (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Millions		12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]
Short-term borrowings with banks, which excludes the current portion of long-term debt		$ 0.8	$ 0.2
Average month-end balance		$ 0.4
Maximum month-end balance	$ 1.3
Weighted average interest rate		7.00%

Long-Term Debt - Additional Information (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Millions		12 Months Ended
	Feb. 28, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Unsecured senior revolving credit facility		$ 300.0
Unsecured senior revolving credit facility, maturity date		Nov. 01, 2016
Increase in the senior credit facility		$ 50.0
Unused senior revolving credit facility		184.0
Letters of Credit and Bank Guarantees Outstanding, Amount		9.0
Restricted Cash and Cash Equivalents		2.8	$ 0.0	$ 0.0
Voluntary Retirement Payments Guaranteed		4.1
Maturity obligation, 2014		6.7
Maturity obligation, 2015		6.7
Maturity obligation, 2016		116.7
Maturity obligation, 2017		26.7
Maturity obligation, 2018		26.7
Maturity obligation, thereafter		$ 83.8
Forecast \| Industrial Development Debt Issues Payable Through 2022, 0.30%
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Debt Instrument, Debt Amount Expected to be Redeemed	$ 4.0
Minimum
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Line of Credit Facility Interest Rate		1.42%
Maximum
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Line of Credit Facility Interest Rate		1.71%
Revolving Credit Facility
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Line of Credit Facility, Amount Outstanding		$ 6.0
Unspecified Arrangement
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Restricted Cash and Cash Equivalents		$ 2.2

Schedule of Outstanding Debt (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Senior revolving credit facility maturing in 2016	$ 110,000	$ 115,000
Total	267,334	279,000
Amounts due within one year	6,667	6,667
Long-term debt	260,667	272,333
Industrial Development Debt Issues Payable Through 2022, 0.30%
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Industrial development debt issues payable through 2022, 0.30%	4,000	4,000
Senior Notes Payable Through 2021, 5.41%
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Senior Notes payable	53,334	60,000
Senior Notes Payable Through 2021, 4.00%
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Senior Notes payable	$ 100,000	$ 100,000

Schedule of Outstanding Debt (Parenthetical) (Detail)	12 Months Ended
Schedule of Outstanding Debt (Parenthetical) (Detail)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Debt instruments maturity date	2016	2016
Industrial Development Debt Issues Payable Through 2022, 0.30%
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Debt instruments maturity date	2022	2022
Senior Notes, interest rate	0.30%	0.30%
Senior Notes Payable Through 2021, 5.41%
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Debt instruments maturity date	2021	2021
Senior Notes, interest rate	5.41%	5.41%
Senior Notes Payable Through 2021, 4.00%
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Debt instruments maturity date	2021	2021
Senior Notes, interest rate	4.00%	4.00%

Goodwill and Intangible Assets - Additional Information (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2011
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Goodwill	$ 258,400	$ 260,134	$ 259,084
Intangible assets totaled		67,000
Intangible assets, accumulated amortization		32,000
Impairment loss recognized	4,300
Disposals of goodwill	$ 1,800
Intangible Assets
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Future amortization expense, 2014		3,500
Future amortization expense, 2015		3,500
Future amortization expense, 2016		3,300
Future amortization expense, 2017		2,900
Future amortization expense, 2018		1,900
North American
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Goodwill		196,500
European
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Goodwill		61,300
International
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Goodwill		2,300
Distribution Rights
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Intangible assets totaled		27,600
Intangible assets, accumulated amortization		5,500
Intellectual Property
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Intangible assets totaled		14,300
Intangible assets, accumulated amortization		8,800
Technology-Based Intangible Assets
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Intangible assets totaled		11,000
Intangible assets, accumulated amortization		4,700
Licensing Agreements
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Intangible assets totaled		7,100
Intangible assets, accumulated amortization		7,000
Other Intangible Assets
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Intangible assets totaled		7,000
Intangible assets, accumulated amortization		$ 6,000

Schedule of Changes in Goodwill (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Goodwill [Roll Forward]
Net balance at January 1	$ 258,400	$ 259,084
Disposals	0	(1,800)
Currency translation	1,734	1,116
Net balance at December 31	$ 260,134	$ 258,400

Schedule of Changes in Intangible Assets, Net of Accumulated Amortization (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Finite-lived Intangible Assets [Roll Forward]
Net balance at January 1	$ 38,648	$ 47,119
Amortization expense	(3,708)	(4,181)
Impairment losses	0	(4,272)	$ 0
Currency translation	89	(18)
Net balance at December 31	$ 35,029	$ 38,648	$ 47,119

Pensions and Other Postretirement Benefits - Additional Information (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Estimated contributions by employer to pension plans	$ 4.5
Percentage increase in health care benefits cost	7.50%
Percentage decrease in health care benefits for successive year	0.50%
Estimated future percentage of health care benefits	4.50%
Percentage of change in assumed health care cost trend rate	1.00%
Increase or decrease in other postretirement obligations	$ 1.5
Increase or decrease in current year plan expense	1.7
Expense for defined contribution pension plans	5.8	$ 5.9	$ 5.7
Pension Benefits
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Estimated benefit payments, 2014	20.4
Estimated benefit payments, 2015	20.6
Estimated benefit payments, 2016	21.2
Estimated benefit payments, 2017	22.3
Estimated benefit payments, 2018	23.2
Estimated benefit payments, thereafter	133.3
Other Benefits
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Estimated benefit payments, 2014	1.7
Estimated benefit payments, 2015	1.8
Estimated benefit payments, 2016	1.9
Estimated benefit payments, 2017	2.0
Estimated benefit payments, 2018	2.1
Estimated benefit payments, thereafter	$ 11.0

Schedule of Defined Benefit Pension Plans and Other Postretirement Benefits Plan (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Change in Plan Assets
Fair value of plan assets at January 1	$ 384,452
Fair value of plan assets at December 31	434,569	$ 384,452
Funded Status
Noncurrent assets	121,054	42,818
Noncurrent liabilities	(152,084)	(151,536)
Pension Benefits
Change in Benefit Obligations
Service cost	11,132	9,511	$ 8,674
Interest cost	17,934	19,018	19,531
Actuarial (gains) losses	13,323	6,235	793
Termination benefits	0	(387)	0
Funded Status
Funded status at December 31	(5,790)	(79,354)
Unrecognized transition losses	21	24
Unrecognized prior service cost	374	712
Unrecognized net actuarial losses	116,945	198,169
Net amount recognized	111,550	119,551
Noncurrent assets	121,054	42,818
Current liabilities	(5,518)	(5,021)
Noncurrent liabilities	(121,326)	(117,151)
Net amount recognized	(5,790)	(79,354)
Amounts Recognized in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income
Net actuarial losses	116,945	198,169
Prior service cost (credit)	374	712
Unrecognized net initial obligation	21	24
Total (before tax effects)	117,340	198,905
Accumulated Benefit Obligations for all Defined Benefit Plans	403,682	414,957
Pension Benefits \| Benefit Obligations
Change in Benefit Obligations
Benefit obligations at January 1	463,806	394,269
Service cost	11,132	9,511
Interest cost	17,934	19,018
Participant contributions	136	137
Plan Amendments	(239)	0
Actuarial (gains) losses	(34,248)	58,102
Benefits paid	(19,232)	(17,804)
Settlements	(1,474)	(2,542)
Termination benefits	0	387
Currency translation	2,544	2,728
Benefit obligations at December 31	440,359	463,806	394,269
Change in Plan Assets
Settlements	(1,474)	(2,542)
Benefits paid	(19,232)	(17,804)
Currency translation	2,544	2,728
Pension Benefits \| Plan Assets
Change in Benefit Obligations
Benefits paid	(16,316)	(15,198)
Settlements	(1,474)	(2,542)
Currency translation	(757)	768
Change in Plan Assets
Fair value of plan assets at January 1	384,452	357,967
Actual return on plan assets	67,391	41,478
Employer contributions	4,053	4,448
Participant contributions	136	137
Settlements	(1,474)	(2,542)
Benefits paid	(16,316)	(15,198)
Reimbursement of German benefits	(2,916)	(2,606)
Currency translation	(757)	768
Fair value of plan assets at December 31	434,569	384,452	357,967
Other Benefits
Change in Benefit Obligations
Service cost	687	694	785
Interest cost	1,050	1,265	1,501
Actuarial (gains) losses	552	529	710
Termination benefits	0	0	0
Funded Status
Funded status at December 31	(26,732)	(30,551)
Unrecognized transition losses	0	0
Unrecognized prior service cost	(2,193)	(2,618)
Unrecognized net actuarial losses	6,832	11,492
Net amount recognized	(22,093)	(21,677)
Noncurrent assets	0	0
Current liabilities	(1,695)	(1,882)
Noncurrent liabilities	(25,037)	(28,669)
Net amount recognized	(26,732)	(30,551)
Amounts Recognized in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income
Net actuarial losses	6,832	11,492
Prior service cost (credit)	(2,193)	(2,618)
Unrecognized net initial obligation	0	0
Total (before tax effects)	4,639	8,874
Accumulated Benefit Obligations for all Defined Benefit Plans	0	0
Other Benefits \| Benefit Obligations
Change in Benefit Obligations
Benefit obligations at January 1	30,551	30,425
Service cost	687	694
Interest cost	1,050	1,265
Participant contributions	0	0
Plan Amendments	144	0
Actuarial (gains) losses	(4,107)	(191)
Benefits paid	(1,593)	(1,642)
Settlements	0	0
Termination benefits	0	0
Currency translation	0	0
Benefit obligations at December 31	26,732	30,551	30,425
Change in Plan Assets
Settlements	0	0
Benefits paid	(1,593)	(1,642)
Currency translation	0	0
Other Benefits \| Plan Assets
Change in Benefit Obligations
Benefits paid	(1,592)	(1,864)
Settlements	0	0
Currency translation	0	0
Change in Plan Assets
Fair value of plan assets at January 1	0	0
Actual return on plan assets	0	0
Employer contributions	1,449	1,642
Participant contributions	143	222
Settlements	0	0
Benefits paid	(1,592)	(1,864)
Reimbursement of German benefits	0	0
Currency translation	0	0
Fair value of plan assets at December 31	$ 0	$ 0	$ 0

Components of Net Periodic Benefit Cost (Credit) (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Pension Benefits
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Service cost	$ 11,132	$ 9,511	$ 8,674
Interest cost	17,934	19,018	19,531
Expected return on plan assets	(30,884)	(32,328)	(34,125)
Amortization of transition amounts	3	2	4
Amortization of prior service cost	102	101	104
Recognized net actuarial losses	13,323	6,235	793
Curtailment loss	658	747	52
Termination benefits	0	387	0
Net periodic benefit cost (credit)	12,268	3,673	(4,967)
Other Benefits
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Service cost	687	694	785
Interest cost	1,050	1,265	1,501
Expected return on plan assets	0	0	0
Amortization of transition amounts	0	0	0
Amortization of prior service cost	(424)	(454)	(455)
Recognized net actuarial losses	552	529	710
Curtailment loss	0	0	0
Termination benefits	0	0	0
Net periodic benefit cost (credit)	$ 1,865	$ 2,034	$ 2,541

Schedule of Amounts Included in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income Expected To Be Recognized In Net Periodic Benefit Costs (Detail) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013 USD ($)
Pension Benefits
Schedule of Pension and Other Postretirement Benefits Recognized in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items]
Loss recognition	$ 9,039
Prior service cost (credit) recognition	84
Transition obligation recognition	2
Other Benefits
Schedule of Pension and Other Postretirement Benefits Recognized in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items]
Loss recognition	332
Prior service cost (credit) recognition	(335)
Transition obligation recognition	$ 0

Schedule of Assumptions Used to Determine Benefit Obligations and Net Periodic Benefit Cost (Detail)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Pension Benefits
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Assumptions used to determine benefit obligations, Discount rate	4.50%	4.00%
Assumptions used to determine benefit obligations, Rate of compensation increase	3.10%	3.80%
Assumptions used to determine net periodic benefit cost, Discount rate	4.00%	5.00%
Assumptions used to determine net periodic benefit cost, Expected return on plan assets	8.20%	8.20%
Assumptions used to determine net periodic benefit cost, Rate of compensation increases	3.80%	3.90%
Other Benefits
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Assumptions used to determine benefit obligations, Discount rate	4.60%	3.80%
Assumptions used to determine benefit obligations, Rate of compensation increase	0.00%	0.00%
Assumptions used to determine net periodic benefit cost, Discount rate	3.80%	4.80%
Assumptions used to determine net periodic benefit cost, Expected return on plan assets	0.00%	0.00%
Assumptions used to determine net periodic benefit cost, Rate of compensation increases	0.00%	0.00%

Schedule of Expected Return on Assets for Net Periodic Pension Cost (Detail)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total	100.00%	100.00%
Equity Securities
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total	71.00%	64.00%
Fixed Income Securities
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total	19.00%	25.00%
Pooled Investment Funds
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total	5.00%	6.00%
Insurance Contracts
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total	3.00%	3.00%
Cash and Cash Equivalents
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total	2.00%	2.00%

Summary of Pension Plan Assets Measured at Fair Value on Recurring Basis by Fair Value Hierarchy (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension plan assets measured at fair value	$ 434,569	$ 384,452
Equity Securities
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension plan assets measured at fair value	307,914	245,840
Fixed Income Securities
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension plan assets measured at fair value	84,294	96,362
Pooled Investment Funds
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension plan assets measured at fair value	22,430	22,030
Insurance Contracts
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension plan assets measured at fair value	13,512	12,254
Cash and Cash Equivalents
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension plan assets measured at fair value	6,419	7,966
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension plan assets measured at fair value	350,302	297,406
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 \| Equity Securities
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension plan assets measured at fair value	307,486	245,840
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 \| Fixed Income Securities
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension plan assets measured at fair value	36,749	43,600
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 \| Pooled Investment Funds
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension plan assets measured at fair value	0	0
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 \| Insurance Contracts
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension plan assets measured at fair value	0	0
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 \| Cash and Cash Equivalents
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension plan assets measured at fair value	6,067	7,966
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension plan assets measured at fair value	69,975	74,792
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 \| Equity Securities
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension plan assets measured at fair value	0	0
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 \| Fixed Income Securities
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension plan assets measured at fair value	47,545	52,762
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 \| Pooled Investment Funds
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension plan assets measured at fair value	22,430	22,030
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 \| Insurance Contracts
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension plan assets measured at fair value	0	0
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 \| Cash and Cash Equivalents
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension plan assets measured at fair value	0	0
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension plan assets measured at fair value	14,292	12,254
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 \| Equity Securities
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension plan assets measured at fair value	428	0
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 \| Fixed Income Securities
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension plan assets measured at fair value	0	0
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 \| Pooled Investment Funds
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension plan assets measured at fair value	0	0
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 \| Insurance Contracts
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension plan assets measured at fair value	13,512	12,254	$ 11,562
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 \| Cash and Cash Equivalents
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension plan assets measured at fair value	$ 352	$ 0

Schedule of Reconciliation of Level Three Assets (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Defined Benefit Plan, Change in Fair Value of Plan Assets [Roll Forward]
Fair value of plan assets at January 1	$ 384,452
Fair value of plan assets at December 31	434,569	$ 384,452
Insurance Contracts
Defined Benefit Plan, Change in Fair Value of Plan Assets [Roll Forward]
Fair value of plan assets at January 1	12,254
Fair value of plan assets at December 31	13,512	12,254
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3
Defined Benefit Plan, Change in Fair Value of Plan Assets [Roll Forward]
Fair value of plan assets at January 1	12,254
Fair value of plan assets at December 31	14,292	12,254
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 \| Insurance Contracts
Defined Benefit Plan, Change in Fair Value of Plan Assets [Roll Forward]
Fair value of plan assets at January 1	12,254	11,562
Net realized and unrealized gains included in earnings	1,074	1,933
Net purchases, issuances and settlements	173	(1,241)
Transfers into Level 3	11
Fair value of plan assets at December 31	13,512	12,254
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 \| Other Contract
Defined Benefit Plan, Change in Fair Value of Plan Assets [Roll Forward]
Fair value of plan assets at January 1	0	0
Net realized and unrealized gains included in earnings	780	0
Net purchases, issuances and settlements	0	0
Transfers into Level 3	0
Fair value of plan assets at December 31	$ 780	$ 0

Schedule of Other Income (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
Schedule of Other Income (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Other Income and Expenses [Abstract]
Interest income	$ 1,142	$ 1,411	$ 1,809
Land impairment loss	(1,557)	0	0
Gain on asset dispositions, net	436	8,396	3,328
Escrow settlement	0	4,790	0
Intangible asset impairment loss	0	(4,272)	0
Other, net	(196)	551	321
Total	$ (175)	$ 10,876	$ 5,458

Leases - Additional Information (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Leases [Abstract]
Rent expense	$ 12.9	$ 12.5	$ 12.2
Minimum rent commitments in 2014	11.9
Minimum rent commitments in 2015	9.8
Minimum rent commitments in 2016	4.2
Minimum rent commitments in 2017	2.4
Minimum rent commitments in 2018	1.8
Minimum rent commitments, thereafter	$ 2.8

Derivative Financial Instrument - Additional Information (Detail) - Foreign Exchange Forward [Member] $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013 USD ($)
Derivative [Line Items]
Notional amount of open forward contracts	$ 54.4
Unrealized gain on contract	$ 1.3

Balance Sheet Location And Fair Value Of Assets And Liabilities Associated With Derivative Financial Instruments (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Foreign Exchange Contract
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Foreign exchange contracts - Prepaid expenses and other current assets	$ 1,308	$ 801

Income Statement Location And Impact Of Derivative Financial Instruments (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Derivatives Not Designated As Hedging Instruments \| Foreign Exchange Contract
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Currency exchange (gains), net	$ (755)	$ (1,139)

Fair Value Measurements (Details) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2013 USD ($)
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]
Carrying amount of fixed rate long-term debt	$ 153.3
Fair value of long-term debt	$ 160.3

Contingencies - Additional Information (Detail) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended			36 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013 USD ($) LegalMatter Vendor	Dec. 31, 2012 USD ($) LegalMatter	Dec. 31, 2011 USD ($) LegalMatter	Dec. 31, 2013 USD ($) LegalMatter	Dec. 31, 2010 USD ($) LegalMatter
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]
Number of lawsuits \| LegalMatter	2,840	2,609	2,321	2,840	1,900
Years of Activity	5 years
Number of insurance carriers \| Vendor	20
Insurance receivables	$ 124.8	$ 130.0	$ 112.1	$ 124.8	$ 89.0
Uninsured Cumulative Trauma
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]
Product Liability Expense	1.7	2.1	1.1
Cumulative Trauma
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]
Product Liability Expense				104.2
Single Incident
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]
Reserves for product liability claims	$ 4.0	4.4		$ 4.0
Product Liability Expense		$ 0.7	$ 1.5

Summary of Cumulative Trauma Product Liability Claims Activity (Detail) - LegalMatter	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Loss Contingency, Quantities [Roll Forward]
Open claims, January 1	2,609	2,321	1,900
New lawsuits	489	750	479
Settled and dismissed lawsuits	(258)	(462)	(58)
Open claims, December 31	2,840	2,609	2,321

Summary of Insurance Receivable Balances and Activity Related to Cumulative Trauma Product Liability Losses (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Movement in Loss Contingency Receivable, Increase (Decrease) [Roll Forward]
Balance January 1	$ 130.0	$ 112.1	$ 89.0
Additions	34.0	29.7	35.6
Collections and settlements	(39.2)	(11.8)	(12.5)
Balance December 31	$ 124.8	$ 130.0	$ 112.1

Schedule of Assets Held for Sale (Detail) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2013 USD ($)
Assets Held for Sale and Discontinued Operations [Abstract]
Inventory	$ 1.4
Property, net of depreciation	0.2
Total assets	$ 1.6

Assets Held for Sale and Discontinued Operations Discontinued Operations (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended								12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Sep. 30, 2013	Jun. 30, 2013	Mar. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Sep. 30, 2012	Jun. 30, 2012	Mar. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Assets Held for Sale and Discontinued Operations [Abstract]
Net Sales	$ 12,142	$ 13,361	$ 13,836	$ 13,353	$ 11,773	$ 16,087	$ 15,371	$ 15,230	$ 52,692	$ 58,461	$ 60,414
Other income (loss), net									40	115	(78)
Cost of products sold									41,181	45,277	48,544
Selling, general and administrative									7,389	8,376	8,588
Interest expense									0	17	1
Currency exchange losses, net									(325)	(41)	(540)
Income from discontinued operations before income taxes									4,487	4,947	3,743
Provision for income taxes									1,426	1,128	966
Income from discontinued operations, net of tax									$ 3,061	$ 3,819	$ 2,777

Assets Held for Sale and Discontinued Operations Discontinued Operations Assets and Liabilities (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Assets Held for Sale and Discontinued Operations [Abstract]
Cash and Cash Equivalents	$ 2,980	$ 2,465
Trade receivables, less allowance for doubtful accounts	7,452	8,870
Inventories	11,359	11,875
Net property	317	286
Other assets	1,326	2,252
Total assets	23,434	25,748
Accounts Payable	5,447	3,356
Accrued and other liabilities	930	1,685
Total liabilities	6,377	5,041
Net Assets	$ 17,057	$ 20,707

Assets Held for Sale and Discontinued Operations Discontinued Operations Related to Net Loss (Income) Related to Noncontrolling Interest (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Assets Held for Sale and Discontinued Operations [Abstract]
Loss (income) from continuing operations	$ 870	$ (385)	$ 250
(Income) from discontinued operations	(672)	(739)	(443)
Net loss (income)	$ 198	$ (1,124)	$ (193)

Schedule of Quarterly Financial Information (Detail) - USD ($)
$ / shares in Units, $ in Thousands

3 Months Ended

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Sep. 30, 2013

Jun. 30, 2013

Mar. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Sep. 30, 2012

Jun. 30, 2012

Mar. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Dec. 31, 2011

Quarterly Financial Information Disclosure [Abstract]

Net sales

$ 291,429

$ 264,884

$ 285,859

$ 269,886

$ 282,341

$ 270,480

$ 279,367

$ 278,255

$ 1,112,058

$ 1,110,443

$ 1,112,814

Gross profit

130,050

115,426

129,665

121,704

128,242

118,391

119,538

123,377

496,845

489,548