Segment Information (Tables)

3 Months Ended

Aug. 31, 2016

Segment Reporting [Abstract]

Results of Reportable Segments

The following tables reflect the results of our reportable segments consistent with our management philosophy, and represent the information we utilize, in conjunction with various strategic, operational and other financial performance criteria, in evaluating the performance of our portfolio of businesses.  Information for all periods presented has been recast to reflect the current quarter change in reportable segments.

	Three Months Ended
	August 31,			August 31,
	2016			2015
	(In thousands)
Net Sales
Industrial Segment	$	675,840		$	677,108
Specialty Segment		176,336			169,861
Consumer Segment		399,887			395,557
Consolidated	$	1,252,063		$	1,242,526
Income (Loss) Before Income Taxes
Industrial Segment	$	89,266		$	84,468
Specialty Segment		30,504			26,489
Consumer Segment		70,088			66,123
Corporate/Other		(41,383	)		(34,879	)
Consolidated	$	148,475		$	142,201

	August 31, 2016		May 31, 2016
Identifiable Assets
Industrial Segment	$	2,221,108	$	2,206,062
Specialty Segment		743,820		754,757
Consumer Segment		1,754,113		1,734,600
Corporate/Other		7,858		69,550
Consolidated	$	4,726,899	$	4,764,969