Lines of Credit and Financing Arrangements (Details 2) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Sep. 30, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Eligible amounts available and beneficial interests sold
Eligible amount available under the ASP on qualified accounts receivable	$ 220.0	$ 220.0
Beneficial Interests Sold under Asset Securitization	220.0	220.0
Remaining amount available	$ 0.0	$ 0.0

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