CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2012	Jun. 25, 2011	Jun. 30, 2012	Jun. 25, 2011
Net earnings	$ 61,159	$ 47,991	$ 113,747	$ 74,864
Foreign currency translation adjustments:
Unrealized translation gains (losses)	(30,821)	10,906	(1,259)	32,977
Actuarial gain (loss) in defined benefit pension plan	(1,238)	(346)	633	1,065
(Loss) and amortization of loss on cash flow hedge	100	(3,568)	200	(3,568)
Other comprehensive income (loss)	(31,959)	6,992	(426)	30,474
Comprehensive income	29,200	54,983	113,321	105,338
Comprehensive loss (income) attributable to noncontrolling interests	2,533	(3,046)	(2,481)	(6,288)
Comprehensive income attributable to Valmont Industries, Inc.	$ 31,733	$ 51,937	$ 110,840	$ 99,050