Accounts Receivable, Net [Abstract]
Accounts Receivable, Net [Table]
Schedule of Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Table]
Accounts Receivable, Net [Axis]
Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable by Receivable Type [Axis]
Accounts Receivable, Net [Domain]
Receivable Type [Domain]
Accounts Receivable [Member]
Accounts Receivable, Net (Line Items]
Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Line Items]
Trade receivables, net of allowance
Trade Receivables, Net of Allowances
Trade receivables for amounts due from customers or clients, within one year of the balance sheet date for goods or services that have been delivered or sold in the normal course of business, reduced to the estimated net realizable fair value by an allowance established by the entity of the amount it deems uncertain of collection.
Unbilled Receivables, Current
Unbilled Receivables, Current
Total accounts receivable, net
Accounts Receivable, Net, Current
Allowance for doubtful accounts
Allowance for Doubtful Accounts Receivable, Current
Stock Based Compensation [Abstract]
Stock-Based Compensation [Abstract]
Schedule of Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award [Table]
Schedule of Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award [Table]
Schedule of Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Award Type and Plan Name [Axis]
Schedule of Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Award Type and Plan Name [Axis]
Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award, Award Type and Plan Name [Domain]
Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award, Award Type and Plan Name [Domain]
Unrestricted Stock Award [Member]
Unrestricted stock awards issued to the Board of Directors as part of their compensation.
[Line Items]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Shares of unrestricted stock granted
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Grants in Period
Weighted average grant date fair value
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Vested in Period, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value
Earnings Per Share and Capital Structure [Abstract]
Earnings Per Share and Capital Structure [Abstract]
Computation of Basic and Diluted Earnings Per Share [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Earnings Per Share Reconciliation [Table Text Block]
Business Combinations [Abstract]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets Acquired as Part of Business Combination [Table]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets Acquired as Part of Business Combination [Table]
Business Acquisition [Axis]
Business Acquisition [Axis]
Business Acquisition, Acquiree [Domain]
Business Acquisition, Acquiree [Domain]
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets by Major Class [Axis]
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets by Major Class [Axis]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Major Class Name [Domain]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Major Class Name [Domain]
Core Developed Technology [Member]
Core Developed Technology [Member]
Core Developed Technology [Member]
Customer Contracts And Relationships [Member]
Customer Contracts And Relationships [Member]
Customer Contracts And Relationships [Member]
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets by Major Class [Axis]
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets by Major Class [Axis]
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets, Major Class Name [Domain]
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets, Major Class Name [Domain]
In Process Research and Development [Member]
In Process Research and Development [Member]
In Process Research and Development [Member]
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Amortizable Intangible Assets
Business Acquisition, Purchase Price Allocation, Amortizable Intangible Assets
Weighted Average Useful Life
Acquired Finite-lived Intangible Asset, Weighted Average Useful Life
Intangible Assets Not Amortizable
Business Acquisition, Purchase Price Allocation, Intangible Assets Not Amortizable
Total identified intangible assets
Business Acquisition, Purchase Price Allocation, Total Identified Intangible Assets
The amount of acquisition cost of a business combination allocated to identified intangible assets as of the acquisition date, excluding goodwill, but including intangible asstes subject to amortization and intangible assets not subject to amortization.
Income Taxes [Abstract]
Income Taxes [Abstract]
Income Tax Contingency [Table]
Income Tax Contingency [Table]
Income Tax Authority [Axis]
Income Tax Authority [Axis]
Income Tax Authority [Domain]
Income Tax Authority [Domain]
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) [Member]
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) [Member]
Domestic Country [Member]
Domestic Country [Member]
Foreign Country [Member]
Foreign Country [Member]
State and Local Jurisdiction [Member]
State and Local Jurisdiction [Member]
Income Tax Contingency [Line Items]
Income Tax Contingency [Line Items]
Net interest and penalties expense
Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Income Tax Penalties and Interest Expense
Accrued interest
Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Interest on Income Taxes Accrued
Accrued penalties
Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Income Tax Penalties Accrued
Unrecognized tax benefits related to uncertain tax positions
Unrecognized Tax Benefits
The amount of unrecognized tax benefits that, if recognized, would affect our effective tax rate
Unrecognized Tax Benefits that Would Impact Effective Tax Rate
The decrease in the amount of unrecognized tax benefits that is reasonably possible within 12 months
Significant Change in Unrecognized Tax Benefits is Reasonably Possible, Amount of Unrecorded Benefit
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]
Fair Value, by Balance Sheet Grouping [Table]
Fair Value, by Balance Sheet Grouping [Table]
Fair Value by Measurement Frequency [Axis]
Fair Value by Measurement Frequency [Axis]
Fair Value, Measurement Frequency [Domain]
Fair Value, Measurement Frequency [Domain]
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member]
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member]
Debt Instrument [Axis]
Debt Instrument [Axis]
Subordinated Borrowing, Name [Domain]
Subordinated Borrowing, Name [Domain]
2011 Senior Secured Credit Facility [Member]
2011 Senior Secured Credit Facility [Member]
Fair Value, Hierarchy [Axis]
Fair Value, Measurements, Fair Value Hierarchy [Domain]
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member]
Long-term Debt, Type [Axis]
Long-term Debt, Type [Domain]
USD Denominated Term Loan [Member]
USD Denominated Term Loan [Member]
Line of Credit [Member]
Line of Credit [Member]
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Assets
Assets [Abstract]
Cash and cash equivalents
Cash and Cash Equivalents, at Carrying Value
Cash and cash equivalents, at fair value
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Fair Value Disclosure
Foreign exchange forwards, asset
Foreign Exchange Forwards
Carrying amount as of the balance sheet date of all foreign currency derivative assets not designated as hedging instruments.
Foreign exchange forwards, asset, at fair value
Foreign Currency Derivative Instruments Not Designated as Hedging Instruments, Asset at Fair Value
Liabilities
Liabilities [Abstract]
Term loans
Secured Debt
Term loans, at fair value
Long-term Debt, Fair Value
Line of Credit Facility, Amount Outstanding
Line of Credit Facility, Amount Outstanding
Line of Credit Facility, Fair Value of Amount Outstanding
Line of Credit Facility, Fair Value of Amount Outstanding
Foreign exchange forwards, liability
Foreign Exchange Forwards Liability
Carrying amount as of the balance sheet date of all foreign currency derivative liabilities not designated as hedging instruments.
Foreign exchange forwards, liability, at fair value
Foreign Currency Derivative Instruments Not Designated as Hedging Instruments, Liability at Fair Value
Interest Rate Swaps
Interest Rate Swaps
Carrying value, which represents the fair value, as of the balance sheet date of interest rate derivative liabilities, which includes all such derivative instruments in hedging and nonhedging relationships that are recognized as liabilities.
Interest Rate Derivative Liabilities, at Fair Value
Interest Rate Derivative Liabilities, at Fair Value
Restructuring Related Balance Sheet Activity [Abstract]
Restructuring Related Balance Sheet Activity [Abstract]
Schedule of Restructuring and Related Costs [Table]
Schedule of Restructuring and Related Costs [Table]
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Axis]
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Axis]
Type of Restructuring [Domain]
Type of Restructuring [Domain]
Accrued Employee Severance [Member]
Employee Severance [Member]
Asset Impairment and Net Loss (Gain) on Sale or Disposal [Member]
Asset Impairment and Net Gain (Loss) on Sale or Disposal [Member]
Asset Impairment and Net Gain (Loss) on Sale or Disposal [Member]
Other Accrued Costs [Member]
Other restructuring costs [Member]
Other restructuring costs [Member]
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Beginning balance
Restructuring Reserve
Costs incurred and charged to expense
Restructuring Charges
Cash payments
Payments for Restructuring
Non-cash items
Restructuring Costs and Asset Impairment Charges
Effect of change in exchange rates
Effect of change in exchange rates on restructuring activity
Effect of change in exchange rates on restructuring activity
Ending balance
Commitments and Contingencies [Abstract]
Commitments and Contingencies [Abstract]
Schedule of Line of Credit Facilities [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Line of Credit Facilities [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Warranty Accruals [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Product Warranty Liability [Table Text Block]
Warranty Expense [Table Text Block]
Warranty Expense by Segment [Table Text Block]
Warranty Expense by Segment [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Changes to Unearned Revenue for Extended Warranty [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Changes to Unearned Revenue for Extended Warranty [Table Text Block]
Health Benefit Plan Costs and Incurred But Not Reported Accrual Balance [Table Text Block]
Health Benefit Plan Costs and Incurred But Not Reported Accrual Balance [Table Text Block]
Health Benefit Plan Costs and Incurred But Not Reported Accrual Balance [Table Text Block]
Statement of Cash Flows [Abstract]
Statement [Table]
Statement [Table]
Statement, Scenario [Axis]
Statement, Scenario [Axis]
Scenario, Unspecified [Domain]
Scenario, Unspecified [Domain]
Statement [Line Items]
Statement [Line Items]
Operating activities
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities [Abstract]
Net Income (loss)
Net Income (Loss), Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash provided by operating activities:
Adjustments to Reconcile Net Income (Loss) to Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities [Abstract]
Depreciation and amortization
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization
Stock-based compensation
Share-based Compensation
Amortization of prepaid debt fees
Amortization of Financing Costs
Amortization of convertible debt discount
Amortization of Debt Discount (Premium)
Deferred taxes, net
Increase (Decrease) in Deferred Income Taxes
Goodwill impairment
Goodwill, Impairment Loss
Restructuring expense, non-cash
Restructuring Costs
Other adjustments, net
Other Noncash Income (Expense)
Changes in operating assets and liabilities, net of acquisition:
Increase (Decrease) in Operating Capital [Abstract]
Accounts receivable
Increase (Decrease) in Accounts Receivable
Inventories
Increase (Decrease) in Inventories
Other current assets
Increase (Decrease) in Other Current Assets
Other long-term assets
Increase (Decrease) in Other Noncurrent Assets
Accounts payables, other current liabilities, and taxes payable
Increase (Decrease) in Accounts Payable and Accrued Liabilities
Wages and benefits payable
Increase (Decrease) in Employee Related Liabilities
Unearned revenue
Increase (Decrease) in Deferred Revenue
Warranty
Warranty
Total increases (decreases) in estimated warranty claims based on historical and projected product performance trends and costs.
Other operating, net
Increase (Decrease) in Other Operating Assets and Liabilities, Net
Net cash provided by operating activities
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities
Investing activities
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Investing Activities [Abstract]
Acquisitions of property, plant, and equipment
Payments to Acquire Property, Plant, and Equipment
Business acquisitions, net of cash and cash equivalents acquired
Business Acquisitions Contingent Consideration Net Of Cash Equivalents Acquired
The cash outflow associated with the acquisition of a business, net of the cash acquired from the purchase. Amount may also include subsequent contingent consideration payments on previous acquisitions completed prior to January 1, 2009.
Other investing, net
Payments for (Proceeds from) Other Investing Activities
Net cash used in investing activities
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Investing Activities
Financing activities
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Financing Activities [Abstract]
Proceeds from borrowings
Proceeds from Long-term Lines of Credit
Payments on debt
Repayments of Long-term Debt
Issuance of common stock
Proceeds from Issuance of Common Stock
Repurchase of common stock
Payments for Repurchase of Common Stock
Other financing, net
Proceeds from (Payments for) Other Financing Activities
Net cash used in financing activities
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Financing Activities
Effect of foreign exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents
Effect of Exchange Rate on Cash and Cash Equivalents
Decrease in cash and cash equivalents
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Period Increase (Decrease)
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period
Non-cash transactions:
Cash Flow, Noncash Investing and Financing Activities Disclosure [Abstract]
Property, plant, and equipment purchased but not yet paid, net
Noncash or Part Noncash Acquisition, Fixed Assets Acquired
Fair value of contingent and deferred consideration payable for business acquisition
Fair value of contingent and deferred consideration payable for business acquisition
Fair value as of the acquisition date of potential payments under the contingent and deferred consideration arrangement.
Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information:
Supplemental Cash Flow Information [Abstract]
Cash paid during the period for:
Cash paid during the period for: [Abstract]
Cash paid during the period for: [Abstract]
Income taxes, net
Income Taxes Paid, Net
Interest, net of amounts capitalized
Interest Paid, Net
Segment Information [Abstract]
Segment Information [Abstract]
Revenues Gross Profit And Operating Income By Segment [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Segment Reporting Information, by Segment [Table Text Block]
Revenues By Region [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Revenue from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets, by Geographical Areas [Table Text Block]
Depreciation And Amortization Expense Associated With Segments [Table Text Block]
Depreciation And Amortization Expense Associated With Segments [Table Text Block]
Depreciation And Amortization Expense Associated With Segments [Table Text Block]
Restructuring [Abstract]
Restructuring [Abstract]
Restructuring, Impairment, and Other Activities Disclosure [Text Block]
Restructuring, Impairment, and Other Activities Disclosure [Text Block]
Segment Information [Text Block]
Segment Reporting Disclosure [Text Block]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Future Amortization Expense [Abstract]
Estimated Future Annual Amortization Expense [Table]
Estimated Future Annual Amortization Expense [Table]
Estimated Future Annual Amortization Expense [Table]
Legal Entity [Axis]
Entity [Domain]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
2012 Amount remaining at September 30
Future Amortization Expense, Remainder of Fiscal Year
2013
Future Amortization Expense, Year Two
2014
Future Amortization Expense, Year Three
2015
Future Amortization Expense, Year Four
2016
Future Amortization Expense, Year Five
Beyond 2016
Future Amortization Expense, after Year Five
Total intangible assets subject to amortization net
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Future Amortization Expense
General Discussion of Pension and Other Postretirement Benefits [Abstract]
Defined Benefit Pension Plans [Text Block]
Pension and Other Postretirement Benefits Disclosure [Text Block]
Schedule of Business Acquisitions, by Acquisition [Table]
Schedule of Business Acquisitions, by Acquisition [Table]
Pro Forma Adjustment by Type [Domain]
Pro Forma Adjustment by Type [Domain]
Pro Forma Adjustment by Type [Domain]
Elimination of Acquisition Related Expenses [Member]
Elimination of Acquisition Related Expenses [Member]
Elimination of Acquisition Related Expenses [Member]
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Revenues
Business Acquisition, Pro Forma Revenue
Net income
Business Acquisition, Pro Forma Net Income (Loss)
Derivative Financial Instruments [Abstract]
Derivative Financial Instruments [Abstract]
Effect of Net Investment Hedge Nonderivative on the Balance Sheet and Income Statement (Table)
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) by Hedging Relationship, by Income Statement Location, by Derivative Instrument Risk [Table]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) by Hedging Relationship [Axis]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) by Hedging Relationship [Axis]
Hedging Relationship [Domain]
Hedging Relationship [Domain]
Net Investment Hedging [Member]
Net Investment Hedging [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Gain (loss) recognized in OCI on derivative, (Effective Portion) [Abstract]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) Recognized in Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Effective Portion, Net [Abstract]
Before tax
Net Unrealized Gain (Loss) On Nonderivative Net Investment Hedging Instrument Before Tax
Net Unrealized Gain (Loss) On Nonderivative Net Investment Hedging Instrument Before Tax
Net of tax
Net Unrealized Gain (Loss) On Nonderivative Net Investment Hedging Instrument Net
Net Unrealized Gain (Loss) On Nonderivative Net Investment Hedging Instrument Net Of Tax
Unamortized prepaid debt fees [Abstract]
Unamortized prepaid debt fees [Abstract]
Schedule of Long-term Debt Instruments [Table]
Schedule of Long-term Debt Instruments [Table]
Long-term Debt, Type [Axis]
Long-term Debt, Type [Domain]
Credit Facilities [Member]
Credit facility consisting of a U.S. dollar term loan facility and a multicurrency revolving credit facility.
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Unamortized prepaid debt fees
Prepaid Debt Fees Noncurrent
Prepaid debt fees represent the capitalized direct costs incurred related to the issuance of debt. These costs are amortized to interest expense over the lives of the respective borrowings using the effective interest method. When debt is repaid early, or first becomes convertible the related portion of unamortized prepaid debt fees is written-off and included in interest expense.
Stock Based Compensation [Abstract] [Abstract]
Stock-Based Compensation [Abstract]
Schedule of Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, by Exercise Price Range [Table]
Schedule of Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, by Exercise Price Range [Table]
Range [Axis]
Range [Domain]
Maximum [Member]
Stock Incentive Plan [Member]
2010 Stock Incentive Plan, which consist of stock options, restricted stock units, and unrestricted stock awards. (Member)
Employee Stock Option [Member]
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) [Member]
Long Term Performance Restricted Stock Award [Member]
Restricted stock awards granted during the year related to the Long Term Performance Plan (LTPP), which may only become eligible for vesting as of December 31 of year, upon satisfaction of the attached performance condition.
Employee Stock [Member]
[Line Items]
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Line Items]
Number of shares authorized for issuance under the share based compensation plan
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Number of Shares Authorized
Number of shares available for future grant under the Stock Incentive Plan
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Number of Shares Available for Grant
Award vesting rights
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Award Vesting Rights
Unrecognized compensation expense
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Total Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized
Unrecognized compensation expense, Expected weighted average period for recognition (years)
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Total Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized, Period for Recognition
Award vesting period
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Award Vesting Period
Maximum number of RSUs that may become eligible for vesting related to performance awards granted in the year
Restricted Awards Eligible For Vesting
The maximum number of the annual restricted awards that may become eligible for vesting pending the satisfaction of performance conditions.
Granted, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Grants in Period, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value
ESPP, percentage discount from market price on purchase date
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Discount from Market Price, Purchase Date
ESPP, maximum percentage of employee salary eligible for participation
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Maximum Employee Subscription Rate
Shares available for future issuance under the ESPP
Shares available for issuance employee stock purchase plan
The number of shares of common stock available for future issuance under the employee stock purchase plan as of the balance sheet date.
Stock options expiration period (years)
Stock Options Expiration Period
Stock Options Expiration Period in Years from Grant Date
Current retainage contract receivables [Member]
Current retainage contract receivables [Member]
Current retainage contract receivables [Member]
Contract Receivable Retainage, Due One Year or Less
Contract Receivable Retainage, Due One Year or Less
Unbilled Contracts Receivable
Unbilled Contracts Receivable
Number of months current retainage amounts and unbilled receivables are expected to be collected
Number of months current retainage amounts and unbilled receivables are expected to be collected
The number of months current retainage amounts and unbilled receivables are expected to be collected as of the balance sheet date.
Unbilled Receivables, Not Billable at Balance Sheet Date
Unbilled Receivables, Not Billable at Balance Sheet Date
Long-term unbilled receivables and Long-Term billed retainage
Long-term unbilled receivables and Long-Term billed retainage
Long-term unbilled receivables and Long-Term billed retainage, which has not been paid by the customer in accordance with long-term contract provisions.
Business Combination Disclosure [Text Block]
Business Combination Disclosure [Text Block]
Statement, Business Segments [Axis]
Statement, Business Segments [Axis]
Segment [Domain]
Segment [Domain]
Energy [Member]
Energy Operating Segment [Member]
Energy Operating Segment [Member]
Water [Member]
Water Operating Segment [Member]
Water Operating Segment [Member]
Corporate Unallocated [Member]
Unallocated Amount to Segment [Member]
Employee severance costs [Member]
Asset impairments [Member]
Impairment in Value of Asset [Member]
Other restructuring costs [Member]
Total expected costs at period end
Restructuring and Related Cost, Expected Cost
Costs recognized in prior periods
Restructuring costs recognized in prior periods
Restructuring costs recognized in prior periods
Costs recognized during the period ended
Remaining costs to be recognized at period end
Restructuring costs to be recognized
Amount represents the remaining restructuring costs to be recognized as of the end of the reporting period.
Fair Values Derivatives, Balance Sheet Location, by Derivative Contract Type [Table]
Fair Values Derivatives, Balance Sheet Location, by Derivative Contract Type [Table]
Hedging Designation [Axis]
Hedging Designation [Axis]
Hedging Designation [Domain]
Hedging Designation [Domain]
Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member]
Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member]
Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member]
Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member]
Derivatives, Fair Value, by Balance Sheet Location [Axis]
Derivatives, Fair Value, by Balance Sheet Location [Axis]
Balance Sheet Location [Domain]
Balance Sheet Location [Domain]
Other Current Assets [Member]
Other Current Assets [Member]
Other Current Assets [Member]
Other Current Liabilities [Member]
Other Current Liabilities [Member]
Other Long Term Obligations [Member]
Other Long Term Obligations [Member]
Other Long Term Obligations [Member]
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Asset Derivatives [Abstract]
Derivative Assets [Abstract]
Foreign exchange forward contracts asset
Liability Derivatives [Abstract]
Derivative Liabilities [Abstract]
Foreign exchange forward contracts liability
Derivative Liability, Fair Value, Gross Liability
Derivative Liability, Fair Value, Gross Liability
General Discussion of Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities [Abstract]
Derivative Financial Instruments [Text Block]
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Text Block]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis, Valuation Techniques [Table]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis, Valuation Techniques [Table]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis, Valuation Techniques [Line Items]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis, Valuation Techniques [Line Items]
Dividend yield
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Expected Dividend Rate
Expected volatility
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Expected Volatility Rate
Risk free interest rate
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Risk Free Interest Rate
Expected life (years)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Expected Term
Income Statement [Abstract]
Revenues
Revenue, Net
Cost of revenues
Cost of Goods and Services Sold
Gross profit
Gross Profit
Operating expenses
Operating Expenses [Abstract]
Sales and marketing
Selling and Marketing Expense
Product development
Research and Development Expense
General and administrative
General and Administrative Expense
Amortization of intangible assets
Amortization of Intangible Assets
Restructuring expense
Total operating expenses
Operating Expenses
Operating income (ioss)
Operating Income (Loss)
Other income (expense)
Nonoperating Income (Expense) [Abstract]
Interest income
Investment Income, Interest
Interest expense
Interest Expense
Other income (expense), net
Other Nonoperating Income (Expense)
Total other income (expense)
Nonoperating Income (Expense)
Income Before Income Taxes
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Equity Method Investments, Income Taxes, Extraordinary Items, Noncontrolling Interest
Income tax (provision) benefit
Income Tax Expense (Benefit)
Net income (loss)
Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Net income (loss) attributable to Itron, Inc.
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Parent
Earnings per common share-Basic
Earnings Per Share, Basic
Earnings per common share-Diluted
Earnings Per Share, Diluted
Weighted average common shares outstanding-Basic
Weighted Average Number of Shares Outstanding, Basic
Weighted average common shares outstanding-Diluted
Weighted Average Number of Shares Outstanding, Diluted
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]
Earnings Per Share and Capital Structure [Text Block]
Earnings Per Share [Text Block]
Share-based Compensation, Allocation and Classification in Financial Statements [Abstract]
Stock-Based Compensation [Text Block]
Disclosure of Compensation Related Costs, Share-based Payments [Text Block]
Major Customers, by Reporting Segments [Table]
Schedule of Revenue by Major Customers, by Reporting Segments [Table]
Energy Operating Segment [Member]
Water Operating Segment [Member]
Revenue, Major Customer [Line Items]
Revenue, Major Customer [Line Items]
Major Customers Percentage Revenue Threshold
Percentage Of Revenues By Major Customers
Percentage represents the concentration risk threshold for customer revenues as a percent of total company revenues and/or total segment revenues. Customer with revenues greater than this percentage threshold of total company revenues and/or segment revenues must be stated.
Entity-Wide Revenue, Major Customer, Percentage
Entity-Wide Revenue, Major Customer, Percentage
Amount of revenue, expressed as a percentage, generated from a single external customer that accounts for 10 percent or more of an entity's revenues.
Number Of Major Customers
Number Of Major Customers
Represents number of customers with revenues greater than 10% of total company and/or segment revenues for the periods presented.
Segment Revenue, Percentage, by Each Major Customer
Segment Revenue, Percentage, by Each Major Customer
Amount of revenue, expressed as a percentage, generated from a single external customer that accounts for 10 percent or more of an operating segment's revenues.
Share Repurchase Plan Additional Information [Abstract]
Share Repurchase Plan Additional Information [Abstract]
Class of Stock [Axis]
Class of Stock [Axis]
Class of Stock [Domain]
Class of Stock [Domain]
Stock Repurchase Program, Authorized Amount
Stock Repurchase Program, Authorized Amount
Subsequent Events [Abstract]
Subsequent Event [Table]
Subsequent Event [Table]
Subsequent Event Type [Axis]
Subsequent Event Type [Axis]
Subsequent Event Type [Domain]
Subsequent Event Type [Domain]
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Shares of Common Stock Repurchased Between Period End Date and Filing Date
Shares of Common Stock Repurchased Between Period End Date and Filing Date
Shares of Common Stock Repurchased Between Period End Date and Filing Date
Shares of Common Stock Repurchase Executed Before the Balance Sheet Date but Settled After the Balance Sheet Date
Shares of Common Stock Repurchase Executed Before the Balance Sheet Date but Settled After the Balance Sheet Date
Shares of Common Stock Repurchase Executed Before the Balance Sheet Date but Settled After the Balance Sheet Date
Average Price Per Share of Common Stock Repurchased Between Period End Date and Filing Date
Average Price Per Share of Common Stock Repurchased Between Period End Date and Filing Date
Average Price Per Share of Common Stock Repurchased Between Period End Date and Filing Date
Unrecognized Tax Benefits Related To Uncertain Tax Positions [Table Text Block]
Summary of Income Tax Contingencies [Table Text Block]
Parent [Member]
US Federal Effective Tax Rate
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, at Federal Statutory Income Tax Rate
Effective Income Tax Rate, Continuing Operations
Effective Income Tax Rate, Continuing Operations
Schedule of Fair Value of Financial Instruments on the Consolidated Balance Sheets [Abstract]
Schedule of Fair Value of Financial Instruments on the Consolidated Balance Sheets [Abstract]
Schedule of Fair Values Of Financial Instruments by Balance Sheet Grouping [Table Text Block]
Fair Value, by Balance Sheet Grouping [Table Text Block]
Plan Costs
Health Benefit Plan Costs
Amount represents health insurance plan costs such as paid claims, the change in the estimate of incurred but not reported claims, taxes related to health costs, and administrative fees.
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
Basis of Consolidation [Policy Text Block]
Consolidation, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Cash and Cash Equivalents [Policy Text Block]
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Accounts Receivable and Allowance for Doubtful Accounts [Policy Text Block]
Receivables, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Inventories [Policy Text Block]
Inventory, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Derivative Instruments [Policy Text Block]
Derivatives, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Property, Plant, and Equipment [Policy Text Block]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Prepaid Debt Fees [Policy Text Block]
Prepaid Debt Fees [Policy Text Block]
Prepaid debt fees represent the capitalized direct costs incurred related to the issuance of debt and are recorded as noncurrent assets. These costs are amortized to interest expense over the lives of the respective borrowings, including contingent maturity or call features, using the effective interest method, or straight-line method when associated with a revolving credit facility. When debt is repaid early, the related portion of unamortized prepaid debt fees is written-off and included in interest expense. [Policy Text Block]
Business Combinations [Policy Text Block]
Business Combinations Policy [Policy Text Block]
Goodwill and Intangible Assets [Policy Text Block]
Goodwill and Intangible Assets, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Contingencies [Policy Text Block]
Commitments and Contingencies, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Bonus and Profit Sharing [Policy Text Block]
Compensation Related Costs, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Warranty [Policy Text Block]
Warranty [Policy Text Block]
Disclosure of accounting policy for all warranty types including the methodology for measuring the liability. [Policy Text Block]
Restructuring and Asset Impairments [Policy Text Block]
Costs Associated with Exit or Disposal Activities or Restructurings, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Defined Benefit Pension Plans [Policy Text Block]
Pension and Other Postretirement Plans, Pensions, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Share Repurchase Plan [Policy Text Block]
Share Repurchase Policy [Policy Text Block] [Policy Text Block]
Describes the company's accounting policy related to share repurchases under a program authorized by its Board of Directors. [Policy Text Block]
Revenue Recognition [Policy Text Block]
Revenue Recognition, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Product and Software Development Costs [Policy Text Block]
Research, Development, and Computer Software, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Stock-based Compensation [Policy Text Block]
Share-based Compensation, Option and Incentive Plans Policy [Policy Text Block]
Income Taxes [Policy Text Block]
Income Tax, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Foreign Exchange [Policy Text Block]
Foreign Currency Transactions and Translations Policy [Policy Text Block]
Fair Value Measurement [Policy Text Block]
Fair Value of Financial Instruments, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Use of Estimates [Policy Text Block]
Use of Estimates, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Credit Facility Additional Information [Abstract]
Credit Facility Additional Information [Abstract]
Interest Rate, Type [Axis]
Interest Rate, Type [Axis]
Interest Rate, Type [Axis]
Interest Rate, Type [Domain]
Interest Rate, Type [Domain]
Interest Rate, Type [Domain]
Alternate base rate [Member]
Alternate base rate [Member]
Alternate base rate [Member]
Variable interest rate type [Axis]
Variable interest rate type [Axis]
Variable interest rate type [Axis]
Federal Reserve Bank of New York [Member]
Federal Reserve Bank of New York [Member]
Federal Reserve Bank of New York [Member]
LIBOR interest rate [Member]
LIBOR interest rate [Member]
U.S. Prime rate [Member]
U.S. Prime rate [Member]
Minimum [Member]
Minimum [Member]
2007 Senior Secured Credit Facility [Member]
2007 Senior Secured Credit Facility [Member]
U.S. Domestic Subsidiaries [Member]
U.S. Domestic Subsidiaries [Member]
First-Tier Foreign Subsidiaries [Member]
First-Tier Foreign Subsidiaries [Member]
Scheduled Quarterly Repayments through June 2013 [Domain]
Scheduled Quarterly Repayments September 2011 through June 2013 [Domain]
Scheduled Quarterly Repayments September 2013 through June 2014 [Domain]
Scheduled Quarterly Repayments September 2013 through June 2014 [Domain]
Scheduled Quarterly Repayments September 2013 through June 2014 [Domain]
Scheduled Quarterly Repayments September 2014 through June 2016 [Domain]
Scheduled Quarterly Repayments September 2014 through June 2016 [Domain]
Term Loans [Domain]
EUR Denominated Term Loan [Member]
EUR Denominated Term Loan [Member]
Voting Stock [Member]
Voting Stock [Member]
Non-voting Stock [Member]
Non-voting Stock [Member]
Common Stock [Member]
Line of Credit Facility [Axis]
Line Of Credit Facility, Borrower [Domain]
Line Of Credit Facility, Borrower [Domain]
Unamortized debt fees written-off [Member]
Unamortized debt fees written-off [Member]
Unamortized debt fees written-off [Member]
Debt Instrument, Face Amount
Debt Instrument, Face Amount
Line of credit facility, maximum borrowing capacity
Line of Credit Facility, Maximum Borrowing Capacity
Line of Credit Facility, Unused Capacity, Commitment Fee Percentage
Line of Credit Facility, Unused Capacity, Commitment Fee Percentage
Pledge of Capital Stock
Pledge of Capital Stock
The percentage of the pledged capital stock as security for the payment and performance in full of all obligations to a creditor. The pledge effectively gives the creditor a lien on the security interest of the pledged capital stock.
Repayments of Secured Debt
Repayments of Secured Debt
Applicable Interest Rate
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate at Period End
Debt Instrument, Basis Spread on Variable Rate
Debt Instrument, Basis Spread on Variable Rate
Line of credit facility, amount outstanding
Letters of Credit Outstanding, Amount
Letters of Credit Outstanding, Amount
Line of credit facility, remaining borrowing capacity
Line of Credit Facility, Remaining Borrowing Capacity
Prepaid Debt Fees Noncurrent
Prepaid debt fees
Amount includes fees, such as debt origination fees, paid to secure financing that are deferred and amortized into interest expense using the effective interest method. When debt is repaid early, the related portion of unamortized prepaid debt origination fees is written-off and included in interest expense.
Unamortized prepaid debt fees written-off
Unamortized prepaid debt fees written-off
Amount represents the unamortized prepaid debt fees written-off when debt is repaid early,which is included in interest expense.
Goodwill Excluding Non Goodwill Intangibles [Abstract]
Goodwill, excluding non-goodwill intangible assets [Abstract]
Schedule of Goodwill [Table]
Schedule of Goodwill [Table]
Goodwill [Line Items]
Goodwill [Line Items]
Schedule of Goodwill [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Goodwill [Table Text Block]
Shares repurchased to date
Stock Repurchased and Retired During Period, Value
Stock Repurchase Program, Remaining Authorized Repurchase Amount
Stock Repurchase Program, Remaining Authorized Repurchase Amount
Depreciation Expense [Abstract]
Depreciation Expense [Abstract]
Depreciation expense [Table]
Depreciation expense [Table]
Depreciation Expense [Table]
Depreciation expense [Axis]
Depreciation expense [Axis]
Depreciation expense [Domain]
Depreciation expense [Domain]
Depreciation expense [Member]
Depreciation expense [Member]
Depreciation expense [Line Items]
Depreciation Expense [Line Items]
Depreciation Expense [Line Items]
Depreciation expense
Depreciation
Defined Benefit Plan, Amounts Recognized in Balance Sheet [Abstract]
Schedule of Amounts Recognized in the Consolidated Balance Sheets [Table]
Schedule of Defined Benefit Plans Disclosures [Table]
Schedule of Amounts Recognized in the Consolidated Balance Sheets [Axis]
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Disclosures [Axis]
Schedule of Amounts Recognized in the Consolidated Balance Sheets [Domain]
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans [Domain]
Schedule of Amounts Recognized in the Consolidated Balance Sheets [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Plan Assets in Other Long Term Assets
Defined Benefit Plan, Assets for Plan Benefits, Noncurrent
Current Portion of Pension Plan Liability in Wages and Benefits Payable
Defined Benefit Pension Plan Liabilities, Current
Long-term portion of pension plan liability
Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Liabilities, Noncurrent
Net Penison Plan Benefit Liability
Defined Benefit Plan, Amounts Recognized in Balance Sheet
Schedule of Assets and Liabilities Acquired in a Business Combination [Table]
Schedule of Assets and Liabilities Acquired in a Business Combination [Table]
Schedule of Assets and Liabilities Acquired in a Business Combination [Table]
Schedule of Assets and Liabilities Acquired in a Business Combination [Line Items]
Schedule of Assets and Liabilities Acquired in a Business Combination [Line Items]
Schedule of Assets and Liabilities Acquired in a Business Combination [Line Items]
Current assets
Business Acquisition, Purchase Price Allocation, Current Assets
Property, plant and equipment
Business Acquisition, Purchase Price Allocation, Property, Plant and Equipment
Intangible assets
Goodwill
Business Acquisition, Purchase Price Allocation, Goodwill Amount
Total assets acquired
Business Acquisition, Purchase Price Allocation, Assets Acquired
Current liabilities
Business Acquisition, Purchase Price Allocation, Current Liabilities
Long-term liabilities
Business Acquisition, Purchase Price Allocation, Noncurrent Liabilities
Total liabilities assumed
Business Acquisition, Purchase Price Allocation, Liabilities Assumed
Total net assets acquired
Business Acquisition, Purchase Price Allocation, Assets Acquired (Liabilities Assumed), Net
Fair value of accounts receivable acquired
Business Acquisition, Purchase Price Allocation, Current Assets, Receivables
Gross contractual value of accounts receivable acquired
Business Combination, Acquired Receivables, Gross Contractual Amount
Net unrealized loss on hedging instruments at beginning
Net unrealized loss on hedging instruments
Net accumulated unrealized gain (loss) of hedging instruments, net of tax, included in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income on the balance sheet.
Unrealized gain (loss) on derivative instruments
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Derivatives Arising During Period, Net of Tax
Net unrealized gain (loss) on nonderivative hedging instruments
Realized (gains) losses reclassified into net income (loss)
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment on Derivatives Included in Net Income, Net of Tax
Net unrealized loss on hedging instruments at end
Summary of Significant Accounting Policies [Abstract]
Summary of Significant Accounting Policies [Abstract]
Significant Accounting Policies [Text Block]
Significant Accounting Policies [Text Block]
Schedule of Restructuring and Related Costs [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Restructuring and Related Costs [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Restructuring Reserve by Type of Cost [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Restructuring Reserve by Type of Cost [Table Text Block]
Stock-based Compensation Exepnse by Plan Type [Table]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Stock options
Stock or Unit Option Plan Expense
Restricted stock units
Restricted Stock or Unit Expense
Unrestricted stock awards
Unrestricted Stock Awards Compensation Expense
The noncash expense that represents the cost of unrestricted stock distributed to board of directors as a portion of their compensation.
ESPP
Employee Stock Purchase Plan Compensation Expense
The noncash expense that represents the cost of awards granted to employees as compensation under the employee stock purchase plan.
Total stock-based compensation
Related tax benefit
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Tax Benefit from Compensation Expense
Restructuring Narrative [Abstract]
Restructuring Narrative [Abstract]
Statement, Geographical [Axis]
Statement, Geographical [Axis]
Segment, Geographical [Domain]
Segment, Geographical [Domain]
Europe [Member]
Europe [Member]
Europe [Member]
North America [Member]
North America [Member]
North America [Member]
Expected Annulized Cost Savings by the End of 2013 [Member]
Expected Annulized Cost Savings by the End of 2013 [Member]
Expected Annulized Cost Savings by the End of 2013 [Member]
Expected Cost Savings in 2012 [Member]
Expected Cost Savings in 2012 [Member]
Expected Cost Savings in 2012 [Member]
Goodwill, Written off Related to Sale of Business Unit
Goodwill, Written off Related to Sale of Business Unit
Restructuring Expected Cost Savings
Restructuring Expected Cost Savings
Restructuring Expected Cost Savings.
Restructuring and Related Cost, Expected Cost
Restructuring Reserve, Current
Restructuring Reserve, Current
Restructuring Reserve, Noncurrent
Restructuring Reserve, Noncurrent
Change in Total Expected Restructuring Costs
Change in Total Expected Restructuring Costs
The total dollar change in the expected total restructuring costs during the current period.
Schedule of Debt [Abstract]
Schedule of Debt [Abstract]
Schedule of Debt [Table]
Debt
Long-term Debt
Current portion of debt
Long-term Debt, Current Maturities
Long-term debt
Long-term Debt, Excluding Current Maturities
Stock-Based Compensation Expense and Related Tax Benefit [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Compensation Cost for Share-based Payment Arrangements, Allocation of Share-based Compensation Costs by Plan [Table Text Block]
Stock Options, Valuation Assumptions [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Share-based Payment Award, Stock Options, Valuation Assumptions [Table Text Block]
Employee Stock Options Activity [Table Text Block]
Disclosure of Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award [Table Text Block]
Restricted Stock Units Award Activity [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Share-based Compensation, Restricted Stock Units Award Activity [Table Text Block]
Nonrestricted Stock Awards Activity [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Share-based Compensation, Nonemployee Director Stock Award Plan, Activity [Table Text Block]
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) Activity [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Share-based Compensation, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Activity [Table Text Block]
Deferred Revenue [Abstract]
Deferred Revenue Arrangement, by Type [Table]
Deferred Revenue Arrangement Type [Axis]
Deferred Revenue Arrangement Type [Domain]
Deferred Revenue Arrangement [Line Items]
Deferred Revenue
Deferred Revenue
Deferred Costs
Deferred Costs
Inventory, Net [Abstract]
Inventories [Table]
Schedule of Inventory, Current [Table]
Schedule of Inventory, Current [Table]
Inventories [Axis]
Schedule of Inventory, Current [Axis]
Schedule of Inventory, Current [Axis]
Inventories [Domain]
Schedule of Inventory, Current [Member]
Schedule of Inventory, Current [Domain]
Inventories [Member]
Inventories [Line Items]
Schedule of Inventory, Current [Line Items]
Schedule of Inventory, Current [Line Items]
Materials
Inventory, Raw Materials
Work in process
Inventory, Work in Process
Finished goods
Inventory, Finished Goods
Total inventories
Inventory, Net
Goodwill [Abstract]
Goodwill [Abstract]
Itron International [Member]
Itron International [Member]
Itron International [Member]
Goodwill, Written off Related to Sale of Business Unit
The carrying value of goodwill that should have been allocated to a disposal group
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Goodwill
Balance Sheet Related Disclosures [Abstract]
Certain Balance Sheet Components [Text Block]
Supplemental Balance Sheet Disclosures [Text Block]
Shares of stock sold to employees
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Employee Stock Purchase Plans
Weighted average fair value per ESPP award
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Abstract]
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Abstract]
Total Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Table Text Block]
Revenues
Business Combination, Pro Forma Information, Revenue of Acquiree since Acquisition Date, Actual
Net income (loss)
Business Combination, Pro Forma Information, Earnings or Loss of Acquiree since Acquisition Date, Actual
Accounts Receivable, Net [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Table Text Block]
Summary of Allowance for Doubtful Accounts [Table Text Block]
Tabular disclosure of the allowance for doubtful accounts from the beginning of the respective period shown to the ending period presented. The rollforward itemizes the changes during the period, for example, increases in the provision for doubtful accounts, accounts written off, and effects of changes in foreign exchange rates. [Table Text Block]
Inventories [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Inventory, Current [Table Text Block]
Property, Plant, and Equipment, Net [Table Text Block]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Table Text Block]
Depreciation Expense [Table Text Block]
Summary of Depreciation Expense [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Interest Expense On Liability Components [Abstract]
Schedule of Interest Expense On Liability Components [Abstract]
Convertible Subordinated Debt [Member]
Contractual interest coupon
Interest Expense Related To Contractual Interest Coupon [Abstract]
The amount of contractual interest expense on convertible senior subordinated notes recorded in the Statement of Operations during the period. [Abstract]
Amortization of the discount on the liability component
Total interest expense on convertible notes
Interest Expense, Debt
Goodwill Disclosure [Text Block]
Goodwill Disclosure [Text Block]
Intangible Assets [Abstract]
Intangible Assets [Abstract]
Summary Of The Intangible Asset Account Activity [Table]
Summary Of The Intangible Asset Account Activity [Table]
Summary Of The Intangible Asset Account Activity [Table]
Beginning intangible assets, gross
Intangible Assets, Gross (Excluding Goodwill)
The total amount of intangible assets, gross, as of the balance sheet date (excluding goodwill).
Intangible assets acquired
Intangible Assets Acquired During Period
Intangible Assets Acquired During Period
Asset no longer in use written off
Intangible Asset No Longer In Use Written Off
Intangible Asset No Longer In Use Written Off During the Period
Effect of change In exchange rates
Effect Of Change In Exchange Rates Intangible Asset
Effect Of Change In Exchange Rates - Intangible Asset Activity Table Only
Ending intangible assets, gross
Schedule of Purchase Price Allocation [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Purchase Price Allocation [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Intangible Assets Acquired as Part of Business Combination [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Finite-Lived Intangible Assets Acquired as Part of Business Combination [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Revenues and Earnings Attributable to an Acquired Business [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Revenues and Earnings Attributable to an Acquired Business [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Revenues and Earnings Attributable to an Acquired Business [Table Text Block]
Business Acquisition, Pro Forma Information [Table Text Block]
Business Acquisition, Pro Forma Information [Table Text Block]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Abstract]
Schedule of Intangible Assets by Major Class [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Finite-Lived Intangible Assets by Major Class [Table Text Block]
Summary of Intangible Asset Account Activity [Table Text Block]
SummaryOfIntangibleAssetAccountActivity [Table Text Block]
Summary schedule of intangible asset activity for the period (Table Text Block).
Schedule of Intangible Assets, Future Amortization Expense [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Future Amortization Expense [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Segment Reporting Information, by Segment [Table]
Schedule of Segment Reporting Information, by Segment [Table]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Revenue, Net
Gross profit
Operating Income (Loss)
Total other income (expense)
Income Before Income Taxes
Summary of the Warranty Accrual Account Activity [Table]
Summary of the Warranty Accrual Account Activity [Table]
Summary of the Warranty Accrual Account Activity [Table]
WarrantiesActivity [Line Items]
WarrantiesActivity [Line Items]
Beginning balance
Warranty Accrual
Carrying value as of the balance sheet date of obligations incurred through that date and payable for estimated warranty claims based on historical and projected product performance trends and costs.
New product warranties
Standard Product Warranty Accrual, Warranties Issued
Other changes/adjustments to warranties
Warranty Changes and Adjustments
Represents the aggregate Increase or Decrease in the liability during the reporting period for accruals related to preexisting product warranties (including adjustments for changes in estimates).
Claims activity
Claims activity
Represents the aggregate decrease in the liability related to payments to satisfy claims for product warranties.
Effect of change in exchange rates
Effect of change in exchange rates Warranty
Total Increase or Decrease in the warranty liability due to currency translation.
Ending balance
Less: current portion of warranty
Current portion of warranty
Carrying value as of the balance sheet date of obligations incurred through that date and payable for estimated warranty claims based on historical and projected product performance trends and costs. For classified balance sheets, represents the current portion of the liabilities (due within one year or within the normal operating cycle, if longer).
Long-term warranty
Warranty Noncurrent
Carrying value as of the balance sheet date of obligations incurred through that date and due after one year for estimated warranty claims based on historical and projected product performance trends and costs.
Before-tax amount [Abstract]
Before-tax amount [Abstract]
Before-tax amount [Abstract]
Foreign currency translation adjustment
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Transaction and Translation Adjustment, before Tax
Net unrealized gain (loss) on derivative instruments designated as cash flow hedges
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Derivatives Qualifying as Hedges, before Tax
Net unrealized gain (loss) on a nonderivative net investment hedging instrument
Net hedging (gain) loss reclassified into net income (loss)
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment on Derivatives Included in Net Income, before Tax
Pension plan benefits liability adjustment
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Adjustment, before Tax
Total other comprehensive income (loss), before tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), before Tax
Tax (provision) benefit [Abstract]
Tax (provision) benefit [Abstract]
Tax (provision) benefit [Abstract]
Total other comprehensive income (loss), before tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Translation Adjustment, Tax
Total other comprehensive income (loss), before tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Derivatives Qualifying as Hedges, Tax Effect
Net unrealized gain (loss) on a nonderivative net investment hedging instrument
Net Unrealized Gain (Loss) On Nonderivative Net Investment Hedging Instrument Tax
Tax effect on net unrealized gain (loss) on foreign currency denominated loan designated as a hedge of a net investment in international operations.
Net hedging (gain) loss reclassified into net income (loss)
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment on Derivatives Included in Net Income, Tax
Pension plan benefits liability adjustment
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Tax
Total other comprehensive income (loss) tax (provision) benefit
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Transaction and Translation Adjustment, Net of Tax, Portion Attributable to Parent
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Transaction and Translation Adjustment, Net of Tax, Portion Attributable to Parent
Net-of-tax amount [Abstract]
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Abstract]
Foreign currency translation adjustments
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Transaction and Translation Adjustment, Net of Tax
Net unrealized gain (loss) on derivative instruments, designated as cash flow hedges
Net unrealized gain (loss) on a nonderivative net investment hedging instrument
Net hedging (gain) loss reclassified into net income
Pension plan benefits liability adjustment
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Adjustment, Net of Tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Portion Attributable to Parent
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Portion Attributable to Parent
Total other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax
Revenues by Region
Schedule of Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Table]
United States and Canada (Member)
Segment, Geographical, Groups of Countries, Group One [Member]
Europe, Middle East, and Africa (Member)
Segment, Geographical, Groups of Countries, Group Two [Member]
OtherCountries [Member]
OtherCountries [Member]
The combined total of all countries outside of the USA, Canada, and Europe, for the purpose of reporting revenue by region. [Member]
Revenues from External Customers [Line Items]
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]
Schedule of Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Table]
Schedule of Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Table]
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share, by Antidilutive Securities [Axis]
Antidilutive Securities, Name [Domain]
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Line Items]
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Line Items]
Stock-based awards excluded from diluted EPS calculation (antidilutive)
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share, Amount
Property, Plant, and Equipment Policy Additional Information [Abstract]
Property, Plant, and Equipment Policy Additional Information [Abstract]
Schedule of Property, Plant and Equipment [Table]
Property, Plant and Equipment by Type [Axis]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Type [Domain]
Building and Building Improvements [Member]
Machinery and equipment, computers and purchased software, and furniture [Member]
Machinery and equipment, computers and purchased software, and furniture [Member]
Long Lived Assets Held-for-sale by Asset Type [Axis]
Long Lived Assets Held-for-sale by Asset Type [Axis]
Long Lived Assets Held-for-sale, Name [Domain]
Long Lived Assets Held-for-sale, Name [Domain]
Assets Held-for-sale [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life, Average
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life, Minimum
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life, Maximum
Statement of Financial Position [Abstract]
ASSETS
Accounts receivable, net
Inventories
Deferred tax assets current, net
Deferred Tax Assets, Net, Current
Other current assets
Other Assets, Current
Total current assets
Assets, Current
Property, plant, and equipment, net
Property, Plant and Equipment, Net
Deferred tax assets noncurrent, net
Deferred Tax Assets, Net, Noncurrent
Other long-term assets
Other Assets, Noncurrent
Intangible assets, net
Intangible Assets, Net (Excluding Goodwill)
Goodwill
Goodwill
Total assets
Assets
LIABILITIES AND EQUITY
Liabilities and Equity [Abstract]
Accounts payable
Accounts Payable, Current
Other current liabilities
Other Liabilities, Current
Wages and benefits payable
Employee-related Liabilities, Current
Taxes payable
Taxes Payable, Current
Current portion of warranty
Unearned revenue
Deferred Revenue, Current
Total current liabilities
Liabilities, Current
Long-term warranty
Long Term Warranty
Carrying value as of the balance sheet date of obligations incurred through that date and due after one year for estimated warranty claims based on historical and projected product performance trends and costs.
Pension plan benefit liability
Deferred tax liabilities noncurrent, net
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Noncurrent
Other long-term obligations
Other Liabilities, Noncurrent
Total liabilities
Liabilities
Commitments and Contingencies
Commitments and Contingencies
Equity
Stockholders' Equity Attributable to Parent [Abstract]
Preferred stock
Preferred Stock, Value, Issued
Common stock
Common Stock, Value, Issued
Accumulated other comprehensive loss, net
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax
Accumulated deficit
Retained Earnings (Accumulated Deficit)
Total Itron, Inc. shareholders' equity
Stockholders' Equity Attributable to Parent
Noncontrolling interests
Stockholders' Equity Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Total equity
Stockholders' Equity, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Total liabilities and equity
Liabilities and Equity
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax
Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income [Abstract]
Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income [Abstract]
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax:
Unrealized gains (losses) on hedging instruments:
Unrealized gains (losses) on hedging instruments: [Abstract]
Unrealized gains (losses) on hedging instruments: [Abstract]
Net unrealized gain (loss) on derivative instruments, designated as cash flow hedges
Pension plan benefit liability adjustment
Total other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax
Total comprehensive income (loss), net of tax
Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to noncontrolling interest, net of tax:
Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest [Abstract]
Foreign currency translation adjustments
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Transaction and Translation Adjustment, Net of Tax, Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Amounts attributable to noncontrolling interest
Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to Itron, Inc.
Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Attributable to Parent
Loss Contingencies by Nature of Contingency [Axis]
Loss Contingencies by Nature of Contingency [Axis]
Loss Contingency, Nature [Domain]
Loss Contingency, Nature [Domain]
A specific batch of C&I meters that were manufactured with a misaligned automated solder-feeder [Member]
A specific batch of C&I meters that were manufactured with a misaligned automated solder-feeder [Member]
Warranty charge due to a specific batch of C&I meters that were manufactured with a misaligned automated solder-feeder [Member]
Warranty charge related to certain products in Brazil. [Member]
Warranty charge related to certain products in Brazil. [Member]
Warranty charge related to certain products in Brazil. [Member]
Reduction in YTD Q3 2010 revenue due to restatement
Restatement of Prior Year Income, Gross
Impact of Restatement on Earnings Per Share, Diluted
Impact of Restatement on Earnings Per Share, Diluted
Recovery Associated With Settlement Of Product Claims
Recovery Associated With Settlement Of Product Claims
Recovery from a third party associated with settlement of product claims.
Severance Costs
Severance Costs
Defined Benefit Pension Plans [Abstract]
Defined Benefit Pension Plans [Abstract]
Schedule of Amounts Recognized in the Consolidated Balance Sheets [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Amounts Recognized in Balance Sheet [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Net Periodic Pension Benefit Costs [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Net Benefit Costs [Table Text Block]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Net [Abstract]
Schedule of Property, Plant and Equipment [Table]
Property, plant and equipment, net [Member]
Property, plant and equipment, net [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Machinery and equipment
Machinery and Equipment, Gross
Computers and purchased software
Computers and purchased software
Gross amount, as of the balance sheet date of computers and purchased software.
Buildings, furniture, and improvements
Buildings, furniture, and improvements
Gross amount as of the balance sheet date of building, furniture, and improvements.
Land
Land
Construction in progress, including purchased equipment
Construction in Progress, Gross
Total cost
Property, Plant and Equipment, Gross
Accumulated depreciation
Accumulated Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization, Property, Plant, and Equipment
Property, plant, and equipment, net
Derivative [Table]
Derivative [Table]
Derivative, by Nature [Axis]
Derivative, Name [Domain]
2011 Credit Facility USD Term Loan Interest Rate Swaps [Member]
2011 Credit Facility USD Term Loan Interest Rate Swaps [Member]
2011 Credit Facility USD Term Loan Interest Rate Swaps [Member]
Euro Term Loan Interest Rate Swap [Member]
Euro Term Loan Interest Rate Swap [Member]
USD Term Loan Interest Rate Swap June 2011 A [Member]
One year USD Term Loan interest rate swap that expired on June 2011 - A [Member]
USD Term Loan Interest Rate Swap June 2011 B [Member]
One year USD Term Loan interest rate swap that expired on June 2011 - B [Member]
Net unrealized loss on hedging instruments
Number of Interest Rate Derivatives Held
Number of Interest Rate Derivatives Held
Long-term Debt
Number of USD Term Loan Interest Rate Derivatives Expired
Number of Interest Rate Derivatives Expired
The number of interest rate swap contracts that expired as of the balance sheet date.
Pay fixed interest rate in interst rate swap
Derivative, Fixed Interest Rate
Interest Rate Cash Flow Hedge Gain (Loss) to be Reclassified During Next 12 Months, Net
Interest Rate Cash Flow Hedge Gain (Loss) to be Reclassified During Next 12 Months, Net
Percentage rate above EURIBOR receive on interest rate swap
Derivative, Basis Spread on Variable Rate
Derivative, Description of Variable Rate Basis
Derivative, Description of Variable Rate Basis
Notional amount of interest rate swaps
Notional Amount of Interest Rate Derivatives
Number of foreign exchange forward contracts entered into YTD
Number Of Foreign Exchange Forward Contracts
Number of foreign exchange forward contracts entered into during the reporting period.
Notional amount of foreign currency forward contracts
Notional Amount of Foreign Currency Derivative Instruments Not Designated as Hedging Instruments
Cash Payment to Terminate Interest Rate Swap
Cash Payment to Terminate Interest Rate Swap
Cash Payment to Terminate Interest Rate Swap
Reporting Unit [Axis]
Reporting Unit [Axis]
Reporting Unit [Axis]
Reporting Unit [Domain]
Reporting Unit [Domain]
Reporting Unit [Domain]
Electricity Reporting Unit [Member]
Electricity Reporting Unit [Member]
Electricity Reporting Unit [Member]
Gas Reporting Unit [Member]
Gas Reporting Unit [Member]
Gas Reporting Unit [Member]
Percentage of SmartSynch Voting Interests Acquired
Business Acquisition, Percentage of Voting Interests Acquired
Business acquisition purchase price, net of cash acquired
Business Combination, Consideration Transferred, Other
Cash acquired from acquisition
Cash Acquired from Acquisition
Business acquisition, original estimated purchase price
Business acquisition, original estimated purchase price
Business acquisition, original estimated purchase price
Estimated cost to complete IPR&D projects
Estimated cost to complete IPR&D projects
Estimated cost to complete IPR&D projects
Acquired IPR&D Projects, Upon Completion, Expected Weighted Average Useful Life (Years)
Acquired IPR&D Projects, Upon Completion, Expected Weighted Average Useful Life
Acquired IPR&D Projects, Upon Completion, Expected Weighted Average Useful Life
Acquisition related costs
Business Combination, Acquisition Related Costs
Significant non-recurring pro forma adjustments, net of estiamted tax
Significant non-recurring pro forma adjustments, net of estiamted tax
The amount of significant non-recurring pro forma adjustments, net of estimated tax, eliminated from the combined results of the acquirer and acquiree in a business combination during the period for which pro forma information is presented.
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]
Schedule of Debt [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Debt [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Long-Term Debt Repayments [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Long-Term Debt Repayments [Table Text Block]
Schedule of long-term debt repayments made during the reporting periods presented.
Prepaid Debt Fees [Table Text Block]
Prepaid Debt Fees and Accrued Interest Expense [Table Text Block]
Prepaid Debt Fees and Accrued Interest Expense associated with long-term debt. [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Interest Expense On Liability Components [Table Text Block]
ScheduleOfInterestExpenseOnLiabilityComponents [Table Text Block]
Table disclosing the contractual interest coupon, amortization of the discount on the liability component and total interest expense relating to the company's convertible subordinated notes. [Table Text Block]
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Income Taxes [Text Block]
Income Tax Disclosure [Text Block]
Convertible Senior Subordinated Notes [Abstract]
Convertible Senior Subordinated Notes [Abstract]
Repurchased [Member]
Repurchased [Member]
Repurchased convertible notes at the option of the holder. [Member]
Convertible Subordinated Debt [Member]
Option of the Holders [Member]
Option of the Holders [Member]
Option of the Company [Member]
Option of the Company [Member]
Redeemed [Member]
Redeemed [Member]
Redeemed convertible notes at the option of the company. [Member]
Investment [Axis]
Investment [Domain]
Senior Subordinated Notes [Member]
Convertible Senior Subordinated Notes [Line Items]
Repurchase of convertible senior subordinated debt
Repurchase of convertible senior subordinated debt
Repurchase of convertible senior subordinated debt
Estimated nonconvertible debt borrowing rate
Estimated Nonconvertible Debt Borrowing Rate
Rate prepresents the entities non-convertible debt borrowing rate at the time their convertible notes were issued, which also relfects the effective interest rate on the liability component.
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Carrying Amount of Equity Component
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Carrying Amount of Equity Component
Schedule of Stock by Class [Table]
Schedule of Stock by Class [Table]
Class of Stock [Line Items]
Class of Stock [Line Items]
Preferred Stock, Shares Authorized
Preferred Stock, Shares Authorized
Preferred Stock, Shares Issued
Preferred Stock, Shares Outstanding
Preferred Stock, No Par Value
Schedule of Derivative Instruments in Statement of Financial Position, Fair Value [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Derivative Instruments in Statement of Financial Position, Fair Value [Table Text Block]
Accumulated OCI for Derivative and Nonderivative Instruments Designated as Hedging Instruments, Net of Tax [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Cash Flow Hedges Included in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Table Text Block]
Effect of Cash Flow Derivatives on the Balance Sheet and Income Statement, Before Tax [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) in Statement of Financial Performance [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Net Investment Hedges in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Net Investment Hedges in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Table Text Block]
Foreign Exchange Derivatives Not Designated As Hedging Instruments [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Other Derivatives Not Designated as Hedging Instruments, Statements of Financial Performance and Financial Position, Location [Table Text Block]
Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Attributable to Parent [Abstract]
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Text Block]
Comprehensive Income (Loss) Note [Text Block]
Schedule of Long-Term Debt Repayments [Abstract]
Schedule of Long-Term Debt Repayments [Abstract]
U.S. Prime rate [Member]
Secured Debt [Member]
Secured Debt [Member]
Debt Instrument, Name [Domain]
Repayments of Long-term Debt
Schedule of Intangible Assets [Table]
Schedule of Finite-Lived Intangible Assets by Major Class [Table]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets by Major Class [Axis]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets by Major Class [Axis]
Trademarks And Trade Names [Member]
Trade Marks And Trade Names [Member]
Trade Marks And Trade Names [Member]
Other Intangible Assets [Member]
Intangible Assets by Type [Axis]
Intangible Assets by Type [Axis]
Intangible Assets by Type [Axis]
Intangible Asset by Type [Domain]
Intangible Asset by Type [Domain]
Intangible Asset by Type [Domain]
Intangible Asset Subject to Amortization [Member]
Intangible Asset Subject to Amortization [Member]
Intangible Asset Subject to Amortization [Member]
Intangible Asset Not Subject to Amortization [Member]
Intangible Asset Not Subject to Amortization [Member]
Intangible Asset Not Subject to Amortization [Member]
Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Total intangible assets, gross
Gross Assets
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Gross
Accumulated Amortization
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Accumulated Amortization
Net
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Net
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets
Total intangible assets, net
Effect of Foreign Exchange Option and Forward Derivatives in the Income Statement (Table)
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) by Income Statement Location [Axis]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) by Income Statement Location [Axis]
Income Statement and Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) Location [Domain]
Income Statement and Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) Location [Domain]
Other Income (Expense) [Member]
Other Income (Expense) [Member]
Derivative Instruments Not Designated as Hedging Instruments [Abstract]
Foreign exchange option and forward contracts
Gain (Loss) on Foreign Currency Derivative Instruments Not Designated as Hedging Instruments
Ownership Interest Percentage [Abstract]
Ownership Interest Percentage [Abstract]
Basis of Consolidation [Table]
Basis of Consolidation [Table]
Basis of consolidation ownership interest policy [Table]
Maximum [Member]
Basis of Consolidation [Axis]
Basis of Consolidation [Axis]
Basis of Consolidation [Domain]
Basis of Consolidation [Member]
Basis of Consolidation [Member]
Ownership Interest to be Held for Consolidation [Line Items]
Ownership Interest to be Held for Consolidation [Line Items]
Ownership Interest to be Held for Consolidation
Ownership Interest to be Held for Consolidation
Ownership Interest to be Held for Consolidation
Ownership Interest To Use Equity Method
Ownership Interest To Use Equity Method
The equity method of accounting is used for entities in which the company has a 50% or less invesment and exercises significant influence.
Ownership Interest To Use Cost Method
Entities in which the company has less than 20% investment and where the company does not excercise significant influence are accounted for under the cost method.
IBNR Accrual
Liability for Unpaid Claims and Claims Adjustment Expense, Reported and Incurred but Not Reported (IBNR) Claims
Subsequent Event [Text Block]
Subsequent Events [Text Block]
Warranty expense
Warranty Expense
The expense charged against earnings for the period pertaining to warranties on the entity's goods and services granted to customers.
Effect of Cash Flow Derivatives on the Balance Sheet and Income Statement, Before Tax [Table]
Interest Expense [Member]
Interest Rate Swap Contracts [Abstract]
Interest Rate Derivatives [Abstract]
Amount of Gain (Loss) Recognized in OCI on Derivative (Effective Portion)
Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Interest Rate Cash Flow Hedges, Pretax, Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Gain (Loss) Reclassified from Accumulated OCI into Income (Effective Portion)
Gain (Loss) Recognized in Income on Derivative (Ineffective Portion)
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) Recognized in Income, Ineffective Portion and Amount Excluded from Effectiveness Testing, Net
Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Contributions [Abstract]
Schedule of Defined Benefit Plans Disclosures [Table]
Employer Contributions [Axis]
Employer Contributions [Domain]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Contributions by Employer
Defined Benefit Plan, Contributions by Employer
Current Fiscal Year End Date
Current Fiscal Year End Date
Estimated Future Employer Contributions in Current Fiscal Year
Defined Benefit Plan, Estimated Future Employer Contributions in Current Fiscal Year
Line of Credit Facility [Table]
Line of Credit Facility [Table]
Credit Facility [Member]
Credit Facility [Member]
Credit Facility dated April 18, 2007 and amended in 2009 and 2010. It includes various currency denominated terms loans and a multicurrency revolving line of credit. The Credit Facility is secured by the assets of Itron, Inc. and our domestic operating subsidiaries.
Unsecured Multicurrency Revolving Lines of Credit [Member]
Unsecured Multicurrency Revolving Lines of Credit [Member]
Unsecured multicurrency revolving lines of credit with various financial institutions.[Member]
Line of Credit Facility [Axis]
Line Of Credit Facility, Borrower [Domain]
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]
Multicurrency revolving line of credit
Line of Credit Facility, Amount Outstanding
Standby letters of credit issued and outstanding
Short-term Debt
Short-term Debt
Net available for additional borrowings and lines of credit
Unsecured Surety Bonds In Force
Unsecured Surety Bonds In Force
Unsecured surety bond in force as of the periods presented. The surety bonds represent an agreement between several parties to insure that the contracted work will be completed on time and on budget and will cover any losses incurred by poor contract performance.
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Abstract]
Fair Values of Financial Instruments [Text Block]
Fair Value Disclosures [Text Block]
Intangible Assets, Net (Excluding Goodwill) [Abstract]
Intangible Assets [Text Block]
Intangible Assets Disclosure [Text Block]
Summary of the Allowance for Doubtful Accounts Activity [Abstract]
Summary of the Allowance for Doubtful Accounts Activity [Abstract]
Summary of the Allowance for Doubtful Accounts Activity [Table]
Valuation and Qualifying Accounts Disclosure [Table]
Summary of the Allownace for Doubtful Accounts Activity [Axis]
Valuation Allowances and Reserves Type [Axis]
Summary of Allowance for Doubtful Accounts Activity [Domain]
Valuation Allowances and Reserves [Domain]
Allowance for Doubtful Accounts [Member]
Summary of Allowance for Doubtful Accounts Activity [Line Items]
Valuation and Qualifying Accounts Disclosure [Line Items]
Beginning balance
Provision (release) of doubtful accounts, net
Valuation Allowances and Reserves, Adjustments
Accounts written-off
Valuation Allowances and Reserves, Deductions
Effects of change In exchange rates
EffectsOfChangeInExchangeRates
The effect of exchange rate changes on balances held in foreign currencies.
Ending balance
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) [Member]
Outstanding, beginning balance, Number
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Nonvested, Number
Granted, Number
Released, Number
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Share-based Compensation, Net of Forfeitures
Released, Aggregate Intrinsic Value
Share Based Compensation Arrangement By Share Based Payment Award Equity Instruments Other Than Options Released In Period Aggregate Intrinsic Value
The aggregate instrinsic value for RSU's released is the market value of stock, before applicable income taxes, based on the closing price on the stock release date.
Forfeited, Number
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Restricted Stock Award, Forfeited
Outstanding, ending balance, Number
Vested, Number
ShareBasedCompensationArrangementByShareBasedPaymentAwardEquityInstrumentsOtherThanOptionsVestedNumber
The number of restricted awards vested and outstanding as of the balance sheet date.
Vested, Aggregate Intrinsic Value
ShareBasedCompensationArrangementByShareBasedPaymentAwardEquityInstrumentsOtherThanOptionsVestedAggregateIntrinsicValue
The aggregate intrinsic value of RSUs, as at the balance sheet date, vested and outstanding, is the market value of stock, before applicable income taxes, based on the closing price at the end of the period.
Expected to vest, Number
Share Based Compensation Arrangement By Share Based Payment Award Equity Instruments Other Than Options Expected To Vest In Period
Total number of restricted awards expected to vest as of the end of the reporting period.
Expected to vest, Aggregate Intrinsic Value