Lines of Credit and Financing Arrangements (Details 2) (USD $) In Millions	3 Months Ended	6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2011	Jun. 30, 2010	Jun. 30, 2011	Jun. 30, 2010
Discount fees in Selling, General and Administrative Expenses
Discount Fees	$ 0.1	$ 0.1	$ 0.2	$ 0.3

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