Related Party Transactions [Abstract]
Schedule of Related Party Transactions, by Related Party [Table]
Schedule of Related Party Transactions, by Related Party [Table]
Legal Entity [Axis]
Legal Entity [Axis]
Entity [Domain]
Entity [Domain]
WebBank
WebBank [Member]
WebBank [Member]
Consolidation, Elimination, WebBank
Consolidation, Elimination, WebBank [Member]
Consolidation, Elimination, WebBank [Member]
Consolidation Items [Axis]
Consolidation Items [Axis]
Consolidation Items [Domain]
Consolidation Items [Domain]
Consolidation, Eliminations
Consolidation, Eliminations [Member]
Related Party [Axis]
Related Party [Axis]
Related Party [Domain]
Related Party [Domain]
Director
Director [Member]
Audit Committee, Chairman
Audit Committee, Chairman [Member]
Audit Committee, Chairman [Member]
Corporate Governance and Nominating Committee, Chairman
Corporate Governance and Nominating Committee, Chairman [Member]
Corporate Governance and Nominating Committee, Chairman [Member]
Compensation Committee, Chairman
Compensation Committee, Chairman [Member]
Compensation Committee, Chairman [Member]
Related Parties
Related Parties [Member]
Related Parties [Member]
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Collateral held for investment
Related Party Transaction, Collateral Assets Held, Fair Value
Related Party Transaction, Collateral Assets Held, Fair Value
Annual retainer
Related Party Transaction, Annual Retainer, Amount
Related Party Transaction, Annual Retainer, Amount
Annual retainer, portion paid in cash
Related Party Transaction, Annual Retainer, Portion Paid in Cash
Related Party Transaction, Annual Retainer, Portion Paid in Cash
Annual retainer, portion paid in restricted common units
Related Party Transaction, Annual Retainer, Amount Paid in Restricted Common Shares
Related Party Transaction, Annual Retainer, Amount Paid in Restricted Common Shares
Board compensation fee, per meeting
Related Party Transaction, Board Compensation Fee Per Meeting
Related Party Transaction, Board Compensation Fee Per Meeting
Related Party, Annual Service Fee
Related Party, Annual Service Fee
Related Party, Annual Service Fee
Services fees and reimbursable expenses
Related Party Transaction, Expenses from Transactions with Related Party
Deferred fees payable to related party
Due to Related Parties
Deposits
Deposits
Interest Income, Deposits with Financial Institutions
Interest Income, Deposits with Financial Institutions
Indemnification assets
Business Combination, Indemnification Assets, Amount as of Acquisition Date
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]
GOODWILL AND INTANGIBLE ASSETS
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Text Block]
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]
Schedule of Long-term Debt Instruments [Table]
Schedule of Long-term Debt Instruments [Table]
Debt Instrument [Axis]
Debt Instrument [Axis]
Debt Instrument, Name [Domain]
Debt Instrument, Name [Domain]
Senior Debt Obligations
Senior Debt Obligations [Member]
Short-term Debt, Type [Axis]
Short-term Debt, Type [Axis]
Short-term Debt, Type [Domain]
Short-term Debt, Type [Domain]
Revolving Credit Facility
Revolving Credit Facility [Member]
Sun Well
Sun Well [Member]
Sun Well [Member]
Long-term Debt, Type [Axis]
Long-term Debt, Type [Axis]
Long-term Debt, Type [Domain]
Long-term Debt, Type [Domain]
Term Loan
Term Loan [Member]
Term Loan [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Term loan
Debt Instrument, Face Amount
Maximum borrowing capacity
Line of Credit Facility, Maximum Borrowing Capacity
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]
NET INCOME (LOSS) PER COMMON UNIT
Earnings Per Share [Text Block]
Receivables [Abstract]
Trade, Other and Loans Receivable
Loans, Notes, Trade and Other Receivables Disclosure [Text Block]
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]
Derivative [Table]
Derivative [Table]
Hedging Designation [Axis]
Hedging Designation [Axis]
Hedging Designation [Domain]
Hedging Designation [Domain]
Not Designated as Hedging Instrument
Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member]
Deriviative By Denomination Currency [Axis]
Deriviative By Denomination Currency [Axis]
Deriviative By Denomination Currency [Axis]
Deriviative Denomination Currency [Domain]
Deriviative Denomination Currency [Domain]
Deriviative Denomination Currency [Domain]
Japanese Yen
Japan, Yen
Pound Sterling
United Kingdom, Pounds
Derivative Instrument [Axis]
Derivative Instrument [Axis]
Derivative Contract Type [Domain]
Derivative Contract [Domain]
Foreign Exchange Contract
Foreign Exchange Contract [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative [Line Items]
Carrying Amount
Derivative Liability
Notional Amount
Derivative, Notional Amount
Derivative Assets
Derivative Asset
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 [Axis]
Antidilutive Securities [Axis]
Antidilutive Securities, Name [Domain]
Antidilutive Securities, Name [Domain]
Incentive Units
Incentive Units [Member]
Incentive Units [Member]
Unvested Restricted Stock Units
Unvested Restricted Stock Units [Member]
Unvested Restricted Stock Units [Member]
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Line Items]
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Line Items]
Net Income (Loss) Available to Common Stockholders, Basic [Abstract]
Net income (loss) from continuing operations
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Net income from continuing operations attributable to noncontrolling interests in consolidated entities
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Net income (loss) from continuing operations attributable to common unit holders
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations Available to Common Unitholders
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations Available to Common Unitholders
Net income from discontinued operations
Income (Loss) from Discontinued Operations, Net of Tax, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Net income from discontinued operations attributable to noncontrolling interests in consolidated entities
Income (Loss) from Discontinued Operations, Net of Tax, Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Net income from discontinued operations attributable to common unit holders
Income (Loss) from Discontinued Operations, Net of Tax, Attributable to Parent
Net income (loss) attributable to common unitholders
Net Income (Loss) Available to Common Unitholders
Net Income (Loss) Available to Common Unitholders
Net income (loss) per common unit - basic: (in dollars per unit)
Earnings Per Share, Basic, Two Class Method [Abstract]
Net income (loss) from continuing operations
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations, Per Outstanding Limited Partnership Unit, Basic, Net of Tax
Net income from discontinued operations
Income (Loss) from Discontinued Operations, Net of Tax, Per Outstanding Limited Partnership Unit, Basic
Net income (loss) attributable to common unitholders
Net Income (Loss), Per Outstanding Limited Partnership Unit, Basic, Net of Tax
Earnings Per Share, Diluted, Two Class Method [Abstract]
Net income (loss) from continuing operations
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations, Net of Tax, Per Outstanding Limited Partnership Unit, Diluted
Net income from discontinued operations
Income (Loss) from Discontinued Operations, Net of Tax, Per Outstanding Limited Partnership Unit, Diluted
Net income (loss) attributable to common unitholders
Net Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Per Outstanding Limited Partnership Unit, Diluted
Weighted Average Number of Shares Outstanding, Basic [Abstract]
Weighted Average Number of Shares Outstanding, Basic [Abstract]
Weighted average common units outstanding - basic (in shares)
Weighted Average Limited Partnership Units Outstanding, Basic
Incentive units (in shares)
Incremental Common Units Attributable to Deferred Fee Liabilities
Incremental Common Units Attributable to Deferred Fee Liabilities
Denominator for net income per common unit - diluted (in shares)
Weighted Average Limited Partnership Units Outstanding, Diluted
Unvested restricted units (in shares)
Incremental Common Units Attributable to Nonvested Restricted Stock
Incremental Common Units Attributable to Nonvested Restricted Stock
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share, Amount
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share, Amount
Business Combinations [Abstract]
Schedule of Business Acquisitions, by Acquisition [Table]
Schedule of Business Acquisitions, by Acquisition [Table]
Steel Excel Inc.
Steel Excel Inc. [Member]
Steel Excel Inc. [Member]
Business Acquisition [Axis]
Business Acquisition [Axis]
Business Acquisition, Acquiree [Domain]
Business Acquisition, Acquiree [Domain]
Black Hawk
Black Hawk Energy Services, Inc. [Member]
Black Hawk Energy Services, Inc. [Member]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets by Major Class [Axis]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets by Major Class [Axis]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Major Class Name [Domain]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Major Class Name [Domain]
Customer Relationships
Customer Relationships [Member]
Trademarks
Trade Names [Member]
Non-compete arrangement
Noncompete Agreements [Member]
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Net assets acquired adjustment
Business Combination, Provisional Information, Initial Accounting Incomplete, Adjustment, Net Assets Acquired
Business Combination, Provisional Information, Initial Accounting Incomplete, Adjustment, Net Assets Acquired
Purchase price
Business Combination, Consideration Transferred
Intangible assets
Business Combination, Recognized Identifiable Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed, Intangible Assets, Other than Goodwill
Identifiable intangible assets, amortization period (in years)
Acquired Finite-lived Intangible Assets, Weighted Average Useful Life
Subordinated Debt
Subordinated Debt [Member]
Affiliated Entity
Affiliated Entity [Member]
Subordinated Notes, interest rate, stated percentage (as a percent)
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage
Repurchase amount
Debt Instrument, Repurchase Amount
Redemption amount as percentage of principal amount (as a percent)
Debt Instrument, Redemption Amount as Percentage of Principal Amount
Debt Instrument, Redemption Amount as Percentage of Principal Amount
Irrevocable deposit
Debt Instrument Irrevocable Deposit
Debt Instrument Irrevocable Deposit
Loss on early retirement of debt
Gains (Losses) on Extinguishment of Debt
Financial Instruments and Restricted Cash
Financial Instruments and Restricted Cash [Member]
Financial Instruments and Restricted Cash [Member]
Derivative Liability [Roll Forward]
Derivative Liability [Roll Forward]
Derivative Liability [Roll Forward]
Derivative Liability
Short sales of corporate securities
Increase (Decrease) in Financial Instruments Sold, Not yet Purchased
Net investment losses (gains)
Derivative Liabilities, Gain (Loss) Included in Earnings
Derivative Liabilities, Gain (Loss) Included in Earnings
Receipt of dividends, net of interest expense
Derivative Liabilities, Receipt of Dividends, Net of Interest Expense
Derivative Liabilities, Receipt of Dividends, Net of Interest Expense
Other
Derivative Liabilities, Other Period Increase (Decrease)
Derivative Liabilities, Other Period Increase (Decrease)
Derivative Liability
Balance of financial instrument liabilities and related restricted cash, end of period
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]
Fair Value Measurements, Recurring and Nonrecurring [Table]
Fair Value Measurements, Recurring and Nonrecurring [Table]
Deferred Features of Subordinated Note [Member]
Deferred Features of Subordinated Note [Member]
Deferred Features of Subordinated Note [Member]
Measurement Frequency [Axis]
Measurement Frequency [Axis]
Fair Value, Measurement Frequency [Domain]
Fair Value, Measurement Frequency [Domain]
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member]
Fair Value, Hierarchy [Axis]
Fair Value, Hierarchy [Axis]
Fair Value, Measurements, Fair Value Hierarchy [Domain]
Fair Value Hierarchy [Domain]
Level 3
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Investments transferred from level 2 to level 1
Fair Value, Assets, Level 2 to Level 1 Transfers, Amount
Decrease in Due to Related Parties
Increase (Decrease) in Due to Related Parties
Impaired loan recorded investment
Impaired Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment
Loans guaranteed
Loans and Leases Receivable, Gross, Carrying Amount, Covered
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]
Basis Presentation
Basis of Accounting, Policy [Policy Text Block]
New Accounting Pronouncements
New Accounting Pronouncements, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Schedule of Accounts, Notes, Loans, and Financing Receivable [Table]
Schedule of Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Table]
Portfolio Segment [Axis]
Class of Financing Receivable [Axis]
Financing Receivable Allowance [Domain]
Class of Financing Receivable [Domain]
Commercial – owner occupied
Commercial Real Estate Owner Occupied Receivable [Member]
Commercial Real Estate Owner Occupied Receivable [Member]
Commercial – other
Commercial Real Estate Other Receivable [Member]
Total real estate loans
Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Segment [Member]
Commercial and industrial
Commercial and Industrial Financing Receivable Loans [Member]
Commercial and Industrial Financing Receivable [Member]
Loans held for sale
Commercial Loans Held for Sale [Member]
Commercial Loans Held for Sale [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Line Items]
Financing receivable, including loans held for sale, gross, total
Notes and Loans Receivable, Including Loans Held for Sale, Gross
Notes and Loans Receivable, Including Loans Held for Sale, Gross
Financing receivable, ratio to total, including loans held for sale (as a percent)
Notes and Loans Receivable Gross, Ratio to Total Including Loans Held for Sale
Notes and Loans Receivable Gross, Ratio to Total Including Loans Held for Sale
Financing receivable, gross, current
Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable, Gross, Current
Financing receivable, gross, non-current
Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable, Gross, Noncurrent
Deferred fees and discounts, current
Unamortized Loan Commitment and Origination Fees and Unamortized Discounts or Premiums
Deferred fees and discounts, noncurrent
Unamortized Loan Commitment And Origination Fees And Unamortized Discounts Or Premiums Current
Unamortized Loan Commitment And Origination Fees And Unamortized Discounts Or Premiums Current
Deferred fees and discounts, total
Unamortized Loan Commitment And Origination Fees And Unamortized Discounts Or Premiums Noncurrent
Unamortized Loan Commitment And Origination Fees And Unamortized Discounts Or Premiums Noncurrent
Allowance for loan losses, total
Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Losses
Allowance for Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable, Current
Allowance for Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable, Current
Allowance for Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable, Noncurrent
Allowance for Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable, Noncurrent
Total loans receivable, net
Notes and Loans Receivable Including Loans Held for Sale, Net, Total
Notes and Loans Receivable Including Loans Held for Sale, Net, Total
Loans receivable, net, current
Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable, Net, Current
Loans receivable, net, noncurrent
Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable, Net, Noncurrent
Loans Receivable, Net
Loans Receivable, Net
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Table]
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Table]
Asset Class [Axis]
Asset Class [Axis]
Fair Value by Asset Class [Domain]
Asset Class [Domain]
Investments in Associated Companies
Equity Method Investments [Member]
Other Investments - Related Party
Investments in Affiliates, Subsidiaries, Associates, and Joint Ventures [Member]
Investments in Affiliates, Subsidiaries, Associates, and Joint Ventures [Member]
ModusLink Warrants
ModusLink [Member]
ModusLink [Member]
Marketable Securities and Other
Marketable Securities and Other [Member]
Marketable Securities and Other [Member]
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation, Calculation [Roll Forward]
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation, Calculation [Roll Forward]
Balance at beginning of period
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Asset Value
Additions - fair value elections in 2013
Fair Value Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation Recurring Basis, Fair Value Elections
Fair Value Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation Recurring Basis, Fair Value Elections
Purchases
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Asset, Purchases
Sales
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Asset, Sales
Realized gain (loss) on sale
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Asset, Gain (Loss) Included in Earnings
Unrealized gains
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Asset, Unrealized Gains, Excluding Related Party
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Asset, Unrealized Gains, Excluding Related Party
Unrealized losses
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Asset, Unrealized Losses, Excluding Related Party
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Asset, Unrealized Losses, Excluding Related Party
Balance at end of period
Inventory Disclosure [Abstract]
Market value in excess of LIFO cost
Excess of Replacement or Current Costs over Stated LIFO Value
Customer metal, ounces of silver
Inventory, Held for Customer, Ounces of Silver
Inventory, Held for Customer, Ounces of Silver
Customer metal, ounces of gold
Inventory, Held for Customer, Ounces of Gold
Inventory, Held for Customer, Ounces of Gold
Customer metal, ounces of palladium
Inventory, Held for Customer, Ounces of Palladium
Inventory, Held for Customer, Ounces of Palladium
Schedule of Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Table]
Receivable [Line Items]
Current
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Current
30-89 days past due
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, 30-89 Days Past Due
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, 30-89 Days Past Due
90 days past due
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Equal to Greater than 90 Days Past Due
Total past due
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Past Due
Total loans
Financing Receivable, Net
Recorded investment in accruing loans 90 days past due
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, 90 Days Past Due and Still Accruing
Nonaccrual loans that are current
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Nonaccrual Status, Current
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Nonaccrual Status, Current
Guarantee by USDA or SBA
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment Past Due, Guaranteed by US Federal Government, Total Past Due
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment Past Due, Guaranteed by US Federal Government, Total Past Due
NATURE OF THE BUSINESS AND BASIS OF PRESENTATION
Business Description and Basis of Presentation [Text Block]
Banking and Thrift [Abstract]
Deposit Liabilities
Deposit Liabilities [Table Text Block]
Deposit Liabilities [Table Text Block]
Statement of Comprehensive Income [Abstract]
Statement [Table]
Statement [Table]
Income Statement Location [Axis]
Income Statement Location [Axis]
Income Statement Location [Domain]
Income Statement Location [Domain]
Other income
Other Income [Member]
Income (loss) of associated companies
Income (Loss) of Associated Companies [Member]
Income (Loss) of Associated Companies [Member]
Net investment (loss) gain
Net Investment (Loss) Gain [Member]
Net Investment (Loss) Gain [Member]
Unrealized holding gain (loss)
Unrealized Holding Gain (Loss) [Member]
Unrealized Holding Gain (Loss) [Member]
Statement [Line Items]
Statement [Line Items]
Reclassification of realized (gains) and losses
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI for Sale of Securities, Net of Tax
Total loans
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Nonaccrual Status
Narrative [Abstract]
Narrative [Abstract]
Narrative [Abstract]
Period After Which Loans are Placed on Nonaccrual Status (in days)
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Nonaccrual Status, Period After Which Loans are Placed on Nonaccrual Status
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Nonaccrual Status, Period After Which Loans are Placed on Nonaccrual Status
Period During Which Borrower has Paid According to the Contractual Terms (in months)
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Nonaccrual Status, Period During Which Borrower has Paid According to the Contractual Terms
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Nonaccrual Status, Period During Which Borrower has Paid According to the Contractual Terms
Period During Which Principal or Interest is Due and Unpaid (in days)
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Nonaccrual Status, Period During Which Principal or Interest is Due and Unpaid
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Nonaccrual Status, Period During Which Principal or Interest is Due and Unpaid
Trade and Other Receivables
Schedule of Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Table Text Block]
Allowance for Loan and Lease Losses
Allowance for Credit Losses on Financing Receivables [Table Text Block]
Past Due Loans (Accruing and Nonaccruing)
Past Due Financing Receivables [Table Text Block]
Outstanding Loans (Accruing and Nonaccruing)
Financing Receivable Credit Quality Indicators [Table Text Block]
Impaired Loans
Impaired Financing Receivables [Table Text Block]
Trade accounts receivables net of allowance for doubtful accounts of $2,307 in 2014 and $1,981 in 2013
Accounts Receivable, Net, Current
Other receivables
Other Receivables
Total
Accounts and Other Receivables, Net, Current
Allowance for doubtful accounts
Allowance for Doubtful Accounts Receivable, Current
Compensation and Retirement Disclosure [Abstract]
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Disclosures [Table]
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Disclosures [Table]
HNH
HNH [Member]
HNH [Member]
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans [Axis]
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans [Axis]
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans [Domain]
Defined Benefit Plan and Other Postretirement Benefit Plan [Domain]
Pension Plans, Defined Benefit
Pension Plan, Defined Benefit [Member]
Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Defined Benefit
Other Postretirement Benefit Plan, Defined Benefit [Member]
Defined Benefit Plans Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Estimated Future Employer Contributions [Abstract]
Defined Benefit Plan, Estimated Future Employer Contributions [Abstract]
2014
Defined Benefit Plans, Estimated Future Employer Contributions in Current Fiscal Year
2015
Defined Benefit Plans, Estimated Future Employer Contributions in Next Fiscal Year
2016
Defined Benefit Plan, Estimated Future Employer Contributions, Year Two
Defined Benefit Plan, Estimated Future Employer Contributions, Year Two
2017
Defined Benefit Plan, Estimated Future Employer Contributions, Year Three
Defined Benefit Plan, Estimated Future Employer Contributions, Year Three
2018
Defined Benefit Plan, Estimated Future Employer Contributions, Year Four
Defined Benefit Plan, Estimated Future Employer Contributions, Year Four
After year five
Defined Benefit Plan, Estimated Future Employer Contributions in Year Five
Defined Benefit Plan, Estimated Future Employer Contributions in Year Five
Aggregate expense
Other Postretirement Benefit Expense
Level 1
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 [Member]
Level 2
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member]
Total
Estimate of Fair Value Measurement [Member]
Marketable securities
Marketable Securities [Member]
Marketable Securities [Member]
Long-term investments
Other Long-term Investments [Member]
Investments in certain funds
Noncontrolling Interest [Member]
Precious metal and commodity inventories recorded at fair value
Precious metal and commodity inventories recorded at fair value [Member]
Precious metal and commodity inventories recorded at fair value [Member]
Commodity contracts on precious metal and commodity inventories
Commodity Contract [Member]
Financial instruments
Interest rate swap agreement
Interest Rate Swap [Member]
Assets:
Assets [Abstract]
Marketable securities
Available-for-sale Securities, Fair Value Disclosure, Current
Available-for-sale Securities, Fair Value Disclosure, Current
Long-term investments
Available-for-sale Securities, Fair Value Disclosure, Noncurrent
Available-for-sale Securities, Fair Value Disclosure, Noncurrent
Investments in certain funds
Equity Method Investments, Fair Value Disclosure
Precious metal and commodity inventories recorded at fair value
Precious-Metal and Commodity Inventories, Fair Value
Precious-Metal and Commodity Inventories, Fair Value
Commodity contracts on precious metal and commodity inventories
Total
Assets, Fair Value Disclosure
Liabilities:
Liabilities [Abstract]
Financial instruments
Total
Financial and Nonfinancial Liabilities, Fair Value Disclosure
Discontinued Operations and Disposal Groups [Abstract]
Assets of discontinued operations:
Assets of Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation [Abstract]
Other current assets
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Other Current Assets
Property, plant and equipment, net
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Property, Plant, and Equipment, Net
Other assets
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Other Assets
Total assets
Assets of Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Current
Liabilities of discontinued operations:
Liabilities of Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation [Abstract]
Trade payables and accrued liabilities
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Trade Payables and Accrued Liabilities
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Trade Payables and Accrued Liabilities
Total liabilities
Liabilities of Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Current
Results
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Income Statement Disclosures [Abstract]
Sales
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Revenue
Net loss
Income (Loss) from Discontinued Operations, Net of Tax, Before Gain on Sale
Income (Loss) from Discontinued Operations, Net of Tax, Before Gain on Sale
Loss after taxes and noncontrolling interests
Income (Loss) from Discontinued Operations, Net of Tax, Before Gain on Sale, Attributable to Parent
Income (Loss) from Discontinued Operations, Net of Tax, Before Gain on Sale, Attributable to Parent
Gain on sale of discontinued operations after taxes and noncontrolling interests
Discontinued Operation, Gain (Loss) on Disposal of Discontinued Operation, Net of Tax, Attributable to Parent
Discontinued Operation, Gain (Loss) on Disposal of Discontinued Operation, Net of Tax, Attributable to Parent
Finished products
Inventory, Finished Goods, Net of Reserves
In-process
Inventory, Work in Process, Net of Reserves
Raw materials
Inventory, Raw Materials, Net of Reserves
Fine and fabricated precious metal in various stages of completion
Other Inventory, Net of Reserves
Inventory, before LIFO reserve
Inventory, Before LIFO Reserves
Inventory, Before LIFO Reserves
Excess of market value over LIFO cost
Inventory, LIFO Reserve
Inventory, Net
Inventory, Net
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]
Schedule of Property, Plant and Equipment [Table]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Table]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Type [Axis]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Type [Axis]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Type [Domain]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Type [Domain]
Land
Land [Member]
Buildings and improvements
Building and Building Improvements [Member]
Machinery, equipment and other
Machinery, Equipment and Other [Member]
Machinery, Equipment and Other [Member]
Construction in progress
Construction in Progress [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property, plant and equipment, gross
Property, Plant and Equipment, Gross
Accumulated depreciation and amortization
Accumulated Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization, Property, Plant, and Equipment
Net property, plant and equipment
Property, Plant and Equipment, Net
Depreciation [Abstract]
Depreciation [Abstract]
Depreciation
Depreciation
Investments, Debt and Equity Securities [Abstract]
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Table]
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Table]
Balance Sheet Location [Axis]
Balance Sheet Location [Axis]
Balance Sheet Location [Domain]
Balance Sheet Location [Domain]
Available for Sale Securities, Noncurrent
Available for Sale Securities, Noncurrent [Member]
Available for Sale Securities, Noncurrent [Member]
Investment Sector [Axis]
Investment Sector [Axis]
Investment Sector [Domain]
Investment Sector [Domain]
Computer Software and Services
Computer Software and Services [Member]
Computer Software and Services [Member]
Aerospace/Defense
Aerospace Defense [Member]
Aerospace/Defense [Member]
Restaurants
Restaurants [Member]
Restaurants [Member]
Other
Other Industry [Member]
Other Industry [Member]
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Line Items]
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Line Items]
Other than Temporary Impairment Loss
Other than Temporary Impairment Losses, Investments, Portion Recognized in Earnings, Net
Cost
Available-for-sale Securities, Amortized Cost Basis
Gross Unrealized Gains
Available For Sale Securities Gross Unrealized Gain Accumulated In Investments
Amount of accumulated pre-tax unrealized gains before deducting pre-tax unrealized losses on investments in available-for-sale securities impacting investments.
Gross Unrealized Losses
Available For Sale Securities Gross Unrealized Loss Accumulated In Investments
Amount of accumulated pre-tax unrealized loss before deducting pre-tax unrealized gain on investments in available-for-sale securities impacting investments.
Fair value
Available-for-sale Securities
Regulatory Matters [Abstract]
Regulatory Matters [Abstract]
REGULATORY MATTERS
Legal Matters and Contingencies [Text Block]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) by Hedging Relationship, by Income Statement Location, by Derivative Instrument Risk [Table]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Table]
Designated as Hedging Instrument
Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member]
Commodity Contract
Commodity Contract
Commodity Contract1 [Member]
Commodity Contract1 [Member]
Interest Rate Swap
Derivative features of subordinated notes
Embedded Derivative Financial Instruments [Member]
Cost of goods sold
Cost of Sales [Member]
Realized and unrealized (gain)loss on derivatives
Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss) On Derivatives [Member]
Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss) On Derivatives [Member]
Interest expense, net
Interest Expense [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Gain (loss)
Derivative, Gain (Loss) on Derivative, Net
Basis of Presentation
Basis of Presentation [Table Text Block]
Basis of Presentation
Schedule of Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations, Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures
Schedule of Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations, Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures [Table Text Block]
INVENTORIES
Inventory Disclosure [Text Block]
Schedule of Goodwill [Table]
Schedule of Goodwill [Table]
Business Segments [Axis]
Segments [Axis]
Segment [Domain]
Segments [Domain]
Diversified
Diversified Industrial [Member]
Diversified Industrial [Member]
Energy
Energy [Member]
Energy [Member]
Corporate
Corporate Segment [Member]
Goodwill [Line Items]
Goodwill [Line Items]
Goodwill [Roll Forward]
Goodwill [Roll Forward]
Balance at beginning of year
Goodwill
Acquisitions
Goodwill, Acquired During Period
Impairment
Goodwill, Impairment Loss
Currency translation adjustment
Goodwill, Translation Adjustments
Other adjustments
Goodwill, Purchase Accounting Adjustments
Balance at end of year
Fair Value, by Balance Sheet Grouping
Fair Value, by Balance Sheet Grouping [Table Text Block]
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Table Text Block]
Segment Reporting [Abstract]
SEGMENT INFORMATION
Segment Reporting Disclosure [Text Block]
Fair Values Derivatives, Balance Sheet Location, by Derivative Contract Type [Table]
Fair Values Derivatives, Balance Sheet Location, by Derivative Contract Type [Table]
Short Sale of Securities
Short Sale of Securities [Member]
Short Sale of Securities [Member]
Commodity By Type [Axis]
Commodity By Type [Axis]
Commodity By Type [Axis]
Commodity Type [Domain]
Commodity Type [Domain]
Commodity Type [Domain]
Silver, Ounces, Copper Contracts
Silver, Ounces and Copper, Pounds [Member]
Silver, Ounces and Copper, Pounds [Member]
Selling, General and Administrative Expenses
Selling, General and Administrative Expenses [Member]
Loss Contingency Nature [Axis]
Loss Contingency Nature [Axis]
Loss Contingency, Nature [Domain]
Loss Contingency, Nature [Domain]
Undisbursed Loan Commitment
Undisbursed Loan Commitment [Member]
Undisbursed Loan Commitment [Member]
Other current liabilities
Other Current Liabilities [Member]
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Amount
Derivative, Nonmonetary Notional Amount
Undisbursed loan commitment
Loans and Leases Receivable, Loans in Process
Allowance for contingent credit exposure
Loss Contingency Accrual
Short sales of corporate securities
Credit loss (benefit)
Credit Loss Exposure Expense (Benefit)
Credit Loss Exposure Expense (Benefit)
Gain (Loss) on Short Sale of Corporate Securities
Gain (Loss) on Short Sale of Corporate Securities
Gain (Loss) on Short Sale of Corporate Securities
Time deposits year of maturity:
Time Deposits, Fiscal Year Maturity [Abstract]
2014
Time Deposit Maturities, Next Twelve Months
2015
Time Deposit Maturities, Year Two
2016
Time Deposit Maturities, Year Three
2017
Time Deposit Maturities, Year Four
Total time deposits
Time Deposits
Money market deposits
Deposits, Money Market Deposits
Total deposits
Deposits [Abstract]
Deposits [Abstract]
Current
Deposit Liabilities, Current
Deposit Liabilities, Current
Long-term
Deposit Liabilities, Noncurrent
Deposit Liabilities, Noncurrent
Time Deposits [Abstract]
Time Deposits [Abstract]
Time deposit accounts under $100
Time Deposits, Less than $100,000
Time deposit accounts $100 and over
Time Deposits, $100,000 or More
Fair value of deposits
Time Deposit, Fair Value Disclosure
Time Deposit, Fair Value Disclosure
Statement of Partners' Capital [Abstract]
Equity Components [Axis]
Equity Components [Axis]
Equity Component [Domain]
Equity Component [Domain]
Parent
Parent [Member]
Common Units
Capital Units [Member]
Treasury Units
Treasury Stock [Member]
Partners' Capital
Partners' Capital [Member]
Partners' Capital [Member]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Member]
Non-controlling interest in Consolidated Entities
Increase (Decrease) in Partners' Capital [Roll Forward]
Increase (Decrease) in Partners' Capital [Roll Forward]
Balance at beginning of year
Partners' Capital, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Balance at beginning of year (in shares)
Limited Partners' Capital Account, Units Outstanding
Net income
Net Income (Loss), Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Unrealized gain on available-for-sale investments
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Available-for-sale Securities Adjustment, Net of Tax, Portion Attributable to Parent
Currency translation adjustment
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Transaction and Translation Adjustment, Net of Tax
Vesting of restricted units
Partners' Capital Account, Unit-based Compensation
Vesting of restricted units (in shares)
Limited Partnership Units Issued During Period, Units, Vesting of Restricted Stock
Limited Partnership Units Issued During Period, Units, Vesting of Restricted Stock
Equity compensation- subsidiaries
Adjustments to Additional Paid in Capital, Share-based Compensation, Requisite Service Period Recognition
Subsidiary's purchases of the Company's common units
Partners' Capital Account, Treasury Units, Purchased
Subsidiary's purchases of the Company's common units (in shares)
Partners' Capital Account, Units, Treasury Units Purchased
Purchases of treasury units
Partners' Capital Account, Change in Ownership Interest in Subsidiary Due to Acquisition, Excess of Fair Value over Carrying Value
Partners' Capital Account, Change in Ownership Interest in Subsidiary Due to Acquisition, Excess of Fair Value over Carrying Value
Purchases of treasury units (in shares)
Stock Repurchased During Period, Shares
Subsidiary purchases of their common stock
Treasury Stock, Value, Acquired, Cost Method
Purchases of subsidiary shares from noncontrolling interests
Purchase of Subsidiary Shares From Noncontrolling Interest
Purchase of Subsidiary Shares From Noncontrolling Interest
Other, net
Partners' Capital, Other
Balance at end of year
Balance at end of year (in shares)
Reconciliation of the change in the carrying value of goodwill
Schedule of Goodwill [Table Text Block]
Summary of Intangible Assets
Schedule of Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Table Text Block]
DEBT AND CAPITAL LEASE OBLIGATIONS
Debt Disclosure [Text Block]
Marketable Securities
Marketable Securities [Table Text Block]
Available-for-sale Securities
Available-for-sale Securities [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities and Equity Method Investments
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities and Equity Method Investments [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities and Equity Method Investments [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Activity of Available-for-sale Securities and Equity Method Investments
Schedule of Activity of Available-for-sale Securities and Equity Method Investments [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Activity of Available-for-sale Securities and Equity Method Investments [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Unrealized Gains and Losses on Investments
Schedule of Unrealized Gains and Losses on Investments [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Unrealized Gains and Losses on Investments [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Additional Disclosures of Associated Companies
Schedule of Additional Disclosures of Associated Companies [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Additional Disclosures of Associated Companies [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Equity Method Investments
Equity Method Investments [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Segment Reporting Information, by Segment [Table]
Schedule of Segment Reporting Information, by Segment [Table]
Diversified industrial
Financial services
Financial Services [Member]
Financial Services [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Management Fees Revenue
Management Fees Revenue
Acquisition related costs
Business Combination, Acquisition Related Costs
Fair value adjustment to inventory
Business Combination, Provisional Information, Initial Accounting Incomplete, Adjustment, Inventory
Revenue
Business Acquisition, Pro Forma Revenue
Net loss attributable to common unitholders
Business Acquisition, Pro Forma Net Income (Loss)
Net income per common unit - basic (in dollars per share)
Business Acquisition, Pro Forma Earnings Per Share, Basic
Net income per common unit - diluted (in dollars per share)
Business Acquisition, Pro Forma Earnings Per Share, Diluted
HNH
Handy and Harman Ltd [Member]
Handy and Harman Ltd [Member]
Secured Debt [Member]
Secured Debt [Member]
Long-term Debt
Long-term Debt
Description of variable rate basis
Debt Instrument, Description of Variable Rate Basis
Long-term debt, basis spread on variable rate (as a percent)
Debt Instrument, Basis Spread on Variable Rate
Weighted average interest rate (as a percent)
Debt, Weighted Average Interest Rate
Net income (loss)
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax:
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Abstract]
Gross unrealized (losses) gains on available-for-sale securities, net of tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Unrealized Holding Gain (Loss) on Securities Arising During Period, Net of Tax
Reclassification of realized (gains) and losses, net of tax
Other comprehensive income (loss), available for sale securities
Currency translation adjustment
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Transaction and Translation Gain (Loss) Arising During Period, Net of Tax
Reclassification of currency translation adjustment
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Transaction and Translation Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI, Realized upon Sale or Liquidation, Net of Tax
Currency translation adjustment, net of tax
Change in post-retirement benefit obligation, net of tax
Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Adjustment, Net of Tax
Other comprehensive (loss) income
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax
Comprehensive income (loss)
Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Comprehensive income attributable to non-controlling interests
Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Net of Tax, Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to common unit holders
Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Attributable to Parent
Tax provision (benefit) on gross unrealized gains and losses on available-for-sale securities
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Unrealized Holding Gain (Loss) on Securities Arising During Period, Tax
Tax provision on reclassification of realized gains and losses
Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI for Write-down of Securities, Tax
Tax provision on change in post-retirement benefit obligation
Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Tax
Allowance for loan losses, individually evaluated for impairment
Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Losses, Individually Evaluated for Impairment
Allowance for loan losses, collectively evaluated for impairment
Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Losses, Collectively Evaluated for Impairment
Allowance for loan losses, total
Outstanding loan balances, individually evaluated for impairment
Financing Receivable, Individually Evaluated for Impairment
Outstanding loan balances, collectively evaluated for impairment
Financing Receivable, Collectively Evaluated for Impairment
Guarantee by USDA or SBA
Financing Receivable, Guaranteed by US Federal Government
Financing Receivable, Guaranteed by US Federal Government
Interest cost
Defined Benefit Plan, Interest Cost
Expected return on plan assets
Defined Benefit Plan, Expected Return on Plan Assets
Amortization of actuarial loss
Defined Benefit Plan, Amortization of Gains (Losses)
Total
Defined Benefit Plan, Net Periodic Benefit Cost
Document and Entity Information [Abstract]
Document and Entity Information [Abstract]
Entity Registrant Name
Entity Registrant Name
Entity Central Index Key
Entity Central Index Key
Current Fiscal Year End Date
Current Fiscal Year End Date
Entity Filer Category
Entity Filer Category
Document Type
Document Type
Document Period End Date
Document Period End Date
Document Fiscal Year Focus
Document Fiscal Year Focus
Document Fiscal Period Focus
Document Fiscal Period Focus
Amendment Flag
Amendment Flag
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding
Statement of Financial Position [Abstract]
ASSETS
Current assets:
Assets, Current [Abstract]
Cash and cash equivalents
Cash and Cash Equivalents, at Carrying Value
Restricted cash
Restricted Cash and Cash Equivalents, Current
Marketable securities
Available-for-sale Securities, Current
Trade and other receivables (net of allowance for doubtful accounts of $2,307 in 2014 and $1,981 in 2013)
Receivable from related parties
Due from Related Parties, Current
Loans receivable, net
Inventories, net
Deferred tax assets - current
Deferred Tax Assets, Net of Valuation Allowance, Current
Prepaid and other current assets
Prepaid Expense and Other Assets, Current
Assets of discontinued operations
Total current assets
Assets, Current
Long-term loans receivable, net
Goodwill
Intangible assets, net
Intangible Assets, Net (Excluding Goodwill)
Deferred tax assets - non-current
Deferred Tax Assets, Net of Valuation Allowance, Noncurrent
Other non-current assets
Other Assets, Noncurrent
Property, plant and equipment, net
Long-term investments
Long-term Investments
Total Assets
Assets
LIABILITIES AND CAPITAL
Liabilities and Equity [Abstract]
Current liabilities:
Liabilities, Current [Abstract]
Accounts payable
Accounts Payable, Current
Accrued liabilities
Accrued Liabilities, Current
Financial instruments
Foreign Currency Contracts, Liability, Fair Value Disclosure
Deposits
Payable to related parties
Due to Related Parties, Current
Short-term debt
Short-term Debt
Current portion of long-term debt
Long-term Debt, Current Maturities
Deferred tax liabilities - current
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Net, Current
Other current liabilities
Other Liabilities, Current
Liabilities of discontinued operations
Total current liabilities
Liabilities, Current
Long-term deposits
Long-term debt
Long-term Debt, Excluding Current Maturities
Accrued pension liability
Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Liabilities, Noncurrent
Deferred tax liabilities - non-current
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Net, Noncurrent
Other liabilities
Other Liabilities, Noncurrent
Total Liabilities
Liabilities
Commitments and Contingencies
Commitments and Contingencies
Capital:
Partners' Capital [Abstract]
Partners’ capital common units: 27,711,201 and 31,129,065 issued and outstanding (after deducting 8,800,330 and 5,373,241 held in treasury, at cost of $135,694 and $78,977) at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, respectively
Limited Partners' Capital Account
Accumulated other comprehensive income
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax
Total Partners’ Capital
Partners' Capital
Noncontrolling interests in consolidated entities
Partners' Capital Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Total Capital
Total Liabilities and Capital
Liabilities and Equity
Wolverine
Wolverine Joining Technologies, LLC [Member]
Wolverine Joining Technologies, LLC [Member]
Trade and other receivables
Business Combination, Recognized Identifiable Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed, Current Assets, Receivables
Inventories
Business Combination, Recognized Identifiable Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed, Inventory
Prepaid and other current assets
Business Combination, Recognized Identifiable Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed, Current Assets, Prepaid Expense and Other Assets
Property, plant and equipment
Business Combination, Recognized Identifiable Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed, Property, Plant, and Equipment
Other intangibles
Business Combination, Recognized Identifiable Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed, Finite-Lived Intangibles
Total assets acquired
Business Combination, Recognized Identifiable Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed, Assets
Trade payables
Business Combination, Recognized Identifiable Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed, Current Liabilities, Accounts Payable
Accrued liabilities
Business Combination, Recognized Identifiable Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed, Current Liabilities, Accrued Expenses
Business Combination, Recognized Identifiable Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed, Current Liabilities, Accrued Expenses
Net assets acquired
Business Combination, Recognized Identifiable Assets Acquired, Goodwill, and Liabilities Assumed, Net
PENSION BENEFIT PLANS
Pension and Other Postretirement Benefits Disclosure [Text Block]
Income Statement [Abstract]
Revenue
Revenues [Abstract]
Diversified industrial net sales
Revenue, Net
Energy net sales
Sales Revenue, Energy Services
Financial services revenue
Financial Services Revenue
Investment and other income
Investment and Other Income
Investment and Other Income
Net investment gains (losses)
Gain (Loss) on Investments
Total revenue
Revenues
Costs and expenses
Costs and Expenses [Abstract]
Cost of goods sold
Cost of Goods and Services Sold
Selling, general and administrative expenses
Selling, General and Administrative Expense
Impairment charges
Asset Impairment Charges
Finance interest expense
Financing Interest Expense
Provision for (Recovery of ) loan losses
Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Losses, Recovery (Write-downs)
Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Losses, Recovery (Write-downs)
Interest expense, net
Interest Income (Expense), Net
Realized and unrealized (gain) loss on derivatives
Gain (Loss) on Derivative Instruments, Net, Pretax
Other expense (income), net
Other Operating Income
Total costs and expenses
Operating Expenses
Income from continuing operations before income taxes and equity method income (loss)
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Equity Method Investments, Income Taxes, Extraordinary Items, Noncontrolling Interest
Income tax provision
Income Tax Expense (Benefit)
Income (Loss) from equity method investments and investments held at fair value:
Income (loss) from equity method investments and investments held at fair value [Abstract]
Income (loss) from equity method investments and investments held at fair value: [Abstract]
Income (Loss) of associated companies, net of taxes
Equity Method Investments, Gain (Loss) of Associated Companies, Net of Taxes
Equity Method Investments, Gain (Loss) of Associated Companies, Net of Taxes
Income from other investments - related party
Income (Loss) From Other Investments, Related Party
Income (Loss) From Other Investments, Related Party
(Loss) Income from investments held at fair value
Fair Value, Option, Changes in Fair Value, Gain (Loss)
Net income (loss) from continuing operations
Discontinued operations:
Income (Loss) from Discontinued Operations, Net of Tax, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest [Abstract]
Loss from discontinued operations, net of taxes
Gain on sale of discontinued operations, net of taxes
Discontinued Operation, Gain (Loss) on Disposal of Discontinued Operation, Net of Tax
Net income from discontinued operations
Net income (loss)
Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests in consolidated entities:
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest [Abstract]
Continuing operations
Discontinued operations
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interests in consolidated entities
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Net income (loss) attributable to common unitholders
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Parent
Net income (loss) per common unit - basic (in dollars per unit)
Net Income (Loss), Per Outstanding Limited Partnership Unit, Basic, Net of Tax [Abstract]
Net income (loss) from continuing operations
Net income from discontinued operations
Net income (loss) attributable to common unitholders
Net income (loss) per common unit - diluted (in dollars per unit)
Net Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Per Outstanding Limited Partnership Unit, Diluted [Abstract]
Net income (loss) from continuing operations
Net income from discontinued operations
Net income (loss) attributable to common unitholders
Weighted average number of common units outstanding - basic (in shares)
Weighted average number of common units outstanding - diluted (in shares)
Schedule of Debt and Capital Lease Obligations
Schedule of Debt [Table Text Block]
Fair Value
Business Combination, Recognized Identifiable Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed, Net [Abstract]
Intangible assets
Total net identifiable assets
Business Combination, Recognized Identifiable Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed, Net
Measurement period adjustments
Business Combination, Provisional Information, Initial Accounting Incomplete, Adjustments [Abstract]
Accounts receivable
Business Combination, Provisional Information, Initial Accounting Incomplete, Adjustment, Accounts Receivable
Business Combination, Provisional Information, Initial Accounting Incomplete, Adjustment, Accounts Receivable
Prepaid expenses and other current assets
Business Combination, Provisional Information, Initial Accounting Incomplete, Adjustment, Prepaid and Other Expenses
Business Combination, Provisional Information, Initial Accounting Incomplete, Prepaid and Other Expenses
Property and equipment
Business Combination, Provisional Information, Initial Accounting Incomplete, Adjustment, Property, Plant, and Equipment
Intangible assets
Business Combination, Provisional Information, Initial Accounting Incomplete, Adjustment, Intangibles
Accounts payable
Business Combination, Provisional Information, Initial Accounting Incomplete, Adjustment, Accounts Payable
Business Combination, Provisional Information, Initial Accounting Incomplete, Adjustment, Accounts Payable
Accrued expenses
Business Combination, Provisional Information, Initial Accounting Incomplete, Adjustment, Accrued Expenses
Business Combination, Provisional Information, Initial Accounting Incomplete, Adjustment, Accrued Expenses
Total net identifiable assets
Business Combination, Provisional Information, Initial Accounting Incomplete, Adjustment, Total Net Identifiable Assets
Business Combination, Provisional Information, Initial Accounting Incomplete, Total Net Identifiable Assets
Goodwill
Business Combination, Provisional Information, Initial Accounting Incomplete, Adjustment, Goodwill
Business Combination, Provisional Information, Initial Accounting Incomplete, Adjustment, Goodwill
Net assets acquired
Property, Plant and Equipment
Property, Plant and Equipment [Table Text Block]
Foreign
Foreign Debt [Member]
Foreign Debt [Member]
Convertible Subordinated Debt
Convertible Subordinated Debt [Member]
Parent
Parent Company [Member]
Loans Payable
Loans Payable [Member]
Other debt - domestic
Other Domestic Debt [Member]
Other Domestic Debt [Member]
Foreign loan facilities
Foreign Line of Credit [Member]
Senior Notes
Senior Notes [Member]
First Lien Term Loan
First Lien Term Loan [Member]
First Lien Term Loan [Member]
Debt, Long-term and Short-term, Combined Amount [Abstract]
Debt, Long-term and Short-term, Combined Amount [Abstract]
Total - Long-term debt - non - related parties
Less portion due within one year
Total debt
Debt, Long-term and Short-term, Combined Amount
Current portion of capital lease
Capital Lease Obligations, Current
Long-term portion of capital lease
Capital Lease Obligations, Noncurrent
Capital lease facility
Capital Lease Obligations
Statement of Cash Flows [Abstract]
Cash flows from operating activities:
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities [Abstract]
Net income
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash used in operating activities:
Adjustments to Reconcile Net Income (Loss) to Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities [Abstract]
Net investment gains
Recovery of loan losses
Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Losses, Recovery
Loss of associated companies
Income from other investments - related party
Loss from investments held at fair value
Gain on sale of discontinued operations
Deferred income taxes
Increase (Decrease) in Deferred Income Taxes
Non-cash (income) loss from derivatives
Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Derivatives
Depreciation and amortization
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization
Amortization of debt related costs
Amortization of Financing Costs
Reclassification of net cash settlements on derivative instruments
Reclassification of Net Cash Settlements on Derivative Instruments
Reclassification of Net Cash Settlements on Derivative Instruments
Stock based compensation
Share-based Compensation
Other
Other Noncash Income (Expense)
Net change in operating assets and liabilities:
Increase (Decrease) in Operating Capital [Abstract]
Receivables
Increase (Decrease) in Receivables
Receivables from related parties
Increase (Decrease) in Accounts Receivable, Related Parties
Inventories
Increase (Decrease) in Inventories
Prepaid and other assets
Increase (Decrease) in Prepaid Expense and Other Assets
Accounts payable, accrued and other liabilities
Increase (Decrease) in Accounts Payable and Accrued Liabilities
Payable to related parties
Increase (Decrease) in Due to Related Parties, Current
Net (increase) decrease in loans held for sale
Increase (Decrease) in Loans Held-for-sale
Net cash used in operating activities of discontinued operations
Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities, Discontinued Operations
Net cash provided by operating activities
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities
Cash flows from investing activities:
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Investing Activities [Abstract]
Purchases of investments
Payments to Acquire Investments
Proceeds from sales of investments
Proceeds from Sale, Maturity and Collection of Investments
Maturities of marketable securities
Proceeds from Sale of Short-term Investments
Net increase in loans and other receivables
Net decrease (increase) in loans receivable
Net decrease (increase) in loans receivable
Purchases of property and equipment
Payments to Acquire Property, Plant, and Equipment
Reclassification of restricted cash
Increase (Decrease) in Restricted Cash
Net cash settlements on derivative instruments
Payments for (Proceeds from) Derivative Instrument, Investing Activities
Proceeds from sale of assets
Proceeds from Sale of Productive Assets
Acquisitions, net of cash acquired
Payments to Acquire Businesses, Net of Cash Acquired
Investments in associated companies
Payments to Acquire Interest in Subsidiaries and Affiliates
Proceeds from sales of discontinued operations
Proceeds from Divestiture of Businesses
Net cash used in investing activities of discontinued operations
Cash Provided by (Used in) Investing Activities, Discontinued Operations
Other
Payments for (Proceeds from) Other Investing Activities
Net cash used in investing activities
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Investing Activities
Cash flows from financing activities:
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Financing Activities [Abstract]
Proceeds from term loans - Domestic
Proceeds from Issuance of Long-term Debt
Repurchase of subordinated notes
Repayments of Subordinated Debt
Net revolver borrowings
Proceeds from (Repayments of) Lines of Credit
Net borrowings (repayments) on loans – foreign
Proceeds from (Repayments of) Other Debt
Repayments of term loans - domestic
Repayments of Debt
Subsidiary's purchases of the Company's common units
Subsidiary's Purchases of Company's Common Units
Subsidiary's Purchases of Company's Common Units
Purchases of treasury units
Payments to Acquire Treasury Units
Payments to Acquire Treasury Units
Subsidiary purchases of their common stock
Payments for Repurchase of Common Stock
Purchase of subsidiary shares from noncontrolling interests
Purchase of Subsidiary Shares from Noncontrolling Interests
Purchase of Subsidiary Shares from Noncontrolling Interests
Deferred finance charges
Payments of Financing Costs
Net change in overdrafts
Proceeds from (Repayments of) Bank Overdrafts
Net increase (decrease) in deposits
Increase (Decrease) in Deposits
Other
Proceeds from (Payments for) Other Financing Activities
Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Financing Activities
Net change for the period
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Period Increase (Decrease)
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents
Effect of Exchange Rate on Cash and Cash Equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period
Cash paid during the period for:
Supplemental Cash Flow Information [Abstract]
Interest
Interest Paid
Taxes
Income Taxes Paid
Non-cash investing activities:
Non-cash investing activities [Abstract]
Non-cash investing activities [Abstract]
Net (increase) decrease in restricted cash from purchase of foreign currency financial instruments
Increase (Decrease) in Restricted Cash from Purchase of Foreign Currency Financial Instruments
Increase (Decrease) in Restricted Cash from Purchase of Foreign Currency Financial Instruments
Reclassification of available-for-sale securities to equity method investment
Reclassification of Available-for-sale Securities to Equity Method Investment
Reclassification of Available-for-sale Securities to Equity Method Investment
Securities received in exchange for financial instrument obligations
Securities Received in Exchange for Financial Instrument Obligations
Securities Received in Exchange for Financial Instrument Obligations
Non-cash financing activities:
Non-cash financing activities [Abstract]
Non-cash financing activities [Abstract]
Contribution of advances by non-controlling interest of subsidiary
Contribution of Advances by Non-controlling Interest of Subsidiary
Contribution of Advances by Non-controlling Interest of Subsidiary
Subsidiary restricted stock awards surrendered to satisfy tax withholding upon vesting
Subsidiary Restricted Stock Awards Surrendered to Satisfy Tax Withholding Upon Vesting
Subsidiary Restricted Stock Awards Surrendered to Satisfy Tax Withholding Upon Vesting
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Table]
Equity Method Investee, Name [Axis]
Investment, Name [Axis]
Equity Method Investee, Name [Domain]
Investment, Name [Domain]
Investments in associated companies
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items]
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items]
Summary of balance sheet amounts:
Summary of Balance Sheet Amounts [Abstract]
Summary of Balance Sheet Amounts [Abstract]
Current assets
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information, Current Assets
Noncurrent assets
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information, Noncurrent Assets
Total assets
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information, Assets
Current liabilities
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information, Current Liabilities
Noncurrent liabilities
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information, Noncurrent Liabilities
Total liabilities
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information, Liabilities
Parent equity
Equity Method Investments, Summarized Financial Information, Parent Equity
Equity Method Investments, Summarized Financial Information, Parent Equity
Total liabilities and equity
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information, Liabilities and Equity
Summary income statement amounts:
Summary Income Statement Amounts [Abstract]
Summary Income Statement Amounts [Abstract]
Revenue
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information, Revenue
Gross profit
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information, Gross Profit (Loss)
Net (loss) income after noncontrolling interests
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information, Net Income (Loss)
ACQUISITIONS
Business Combination Disclosure [Text Block]
Related Party Transaction [Axis]
Related Party Transaction [Axis]
Related Party Transaction [Domain]
Related Party Transaction [Domain]
Management Fee
Management Fee [Member]
Management Fee [Member]
Steel Excel
Steel Excel [Member]
Steel Excel [Member]
SPLP
SPLP [Member]
SPLP [Member]
DGT
DGT [Member]
DGT [Member]
BNS
BNS [Member]
BNS [Member]
Credit Facility [Axis]
Credit Facility [Axis]
Credit Facility [Domain]
Credit Facility [Domain]
Handy & Harman Ltd. (HNH)
Line of Credit
Line of Credit [Member]
Sublimit for Issuance of Letters of Credit
Sublimit for Issuance of Letters of Credit [Member]
Sublimit for Issuance of Letters of Credit [Member]
Sublimit for Issuance of Swing Loans
Sublimit for Issuance of Swing Loans [Member]
Sublimit for Issuance of Swing Loans [Member]
Variable Rate [Axis]
Variable Rate [Axis]
Variable Rate [Domain]
Variable Rate [Domain]
London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR)
London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR) [Member]
U.S. Base Rate
U.S. Base Rate [Member]
U.S. Base Rate [Member]
Subsidiaries offered as collateral
Long-term Debt, Subsidiaries Offered as Collateral
Long-term Debt, Subsidiaries Offered as Collateral
Proceeds from contributions from parent
Proceeds from Contributions from Parent
Derivative, Fixed interest rate (as a percent)
Derivative, Fixed Interest Rate
Notional value
Decrease 2014
Derivative, Notional Amount, Next Twelve Months
Derivative, Notional Amount, Next Twelve Months
Decrease 2015
Derivative, Notional Amount, Year Two
Derivative, Notional Amount, Year Two
Decrease 2016
Derivative, Notional Amount, Year Three
Derivative, Notional Amount, Year Three
Unpaid principle balance
Impaired Financing Receivable, Unpaid Principal Balance
Recorded investment with no allowance
Impaired Financing Receivable, with No Related Allowance, Recorded Investment
Recorded investment with allowance
Impaired Financing Receivable, with Related Allowance, Recorded Investment
Total recorded investment
Related Allowance
Impaired Financing Receivable, Related Allowance
Average recorded investment
Impaired Financing Receivable, Average Recorded Investment
Guaranteed by USDA or SBA
Impaired Loans, Guaranteed by US Federal Government
Impaired Loans, Guaranteed by US Federal Government
Common units issued (in shares)
Limited Partners' Capital Account, Units Issued
Common units outstanding (in shares)
Common units held in treasury (in shares)
Limited Partners' Capital Account Units, Held in Treasury
Limited Partners' Capital Account Units, Held in Treasury
Common units held in treasury, at cost
Limited Partners' Capital Account, Units Held in Treasury at Cost
Limited Partners' Capital Account, Units Held in Treasury at Cost
Corporate and other
Revenue:
Total
Income (Loss) from Equity Method and Other Related Party Investments
Income (Loss) from Equity Method and Other Related Party Investments
Major Types of Debt and Equity Securities [Axis]
Major Types of Debt and Equity Securities [Axis]
Major Types of Debt and Equity Securities [Domain]
Major Types of Debt and Equity Securities [Domain]
Short-term deposits
Bank Time Deposits [Member]
Mutual funds
Mutual Funds [Member]
Mutual Funds [Member]
United States government securities
US Treasury and Government [Member]
Equity securities
Equity Securities [Member]
Commercial paper
Commercial Paper [Member]
Corporate obligations
Corporate Debt Securities [Member]
Available for sale securities
Available for Sale Securities, Current [Member]
Available for Sale Securities, Current [Member]
Amounts classified as cash equivalents
Cash Equivalents [Member]
Amounts classified as marketable securities
Marketable Securities, Cost to Fair Value Reconciliation [Abstract]
Marketable Securities, Cost to Fair Value Reconciliation [Abstract]
Marketable Securities, Cost to Fair Value Reconciliation [Abstract]
Cost
Fair value
Securities sold during the period
Sale of Available-for-sale Securities, Sold During the Period
Sale of Available-for-sale Securities, Sold During the Period
Gross gains from sales
Available-for-sale Securities, Gross Realized Gains
Gross losses from sales
Available-for-sale Securities, Gross Realized Losses
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
INCOME TAXES
Income Tax Disclosure [Text Block]
Schedule of Recognized Identified Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed
Schedule of Recognized Identified Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed [Table Text Block]
Business Acquisition, Pro Forma Information
Business Acquisition, Pro Forma Information [Table Text Block]
Steel Excel Inc. (Steel Excel)
Sports Acquisitions
Sports Acquisitions [Member]
Sports Acquisitions [Member]
Number of acquisitions
Number of Businesses Acquired
Ownership percentage (as a percent)
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage
INVESTMENTS
Investments in Debt and Marketable Equity Securities (and Certain Trading Assets) Disclosure [Text Block]
Stockholders' Equity Note [Abstract]
Schedule of Stock by Class [Table]
Schedule of Stock by Class [Table]
Class of Stock [Axis]
Class of Stock [Axis]
Class of Stock [Domain]
Class of Stock [Domain]
Common Units
Common Units [Member]
Common Units [Member]
Class of Stock [Line Items]
Class of Stock [Line Items]
Authorized amount
Stock Repurchase Program, Authorized Amount
Treasury stock (in shares)
Treasury Stock Repurchased to Date, Shares
Treasury Stock Repurchased to Date, Shares
Treasury stock repurchased to date
Treasury Stock Repurchased to Date, per Share
Treasury Stock Repurchased to Date, per Share
Schedule of Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Asset by Major Class [Table]
Schedule of Acquired Finite-Lived and Indefinite-Lived Intangible Asset by Major Class [Table]
Schedule of Acquired Finite-Lived and Indefinite-Lived Intangible Asset by Major Class [Table]
Product and customer relationships
Products and Customer Relationships [Member]
Products and Customer Relationships [Member]
Trademarks
Trademarks [Member]
Patents and technology
Patents and Technology [Member]
Patents and Technology [Member]
Other
Other Intangible Assets [Member]
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Acquired Finite-Lived and Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Acquired Finite-Lived and Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Gross Carrying Amount
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Gross
Accumulated Amortization
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Accumulated Amortization
Net
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Net
Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets (Excluding Goodwill) [Abstract]
Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets (Excluding Goodwill) [Abstract]
Trademarks with indefinite lives
Indefinite-Lived Trademarks
Amortization expense
Amortization of Intangible Assets
Amortization Expense 2014
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Amortization Expense, Next Twelve Months
Amortization Expense 2015
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Amortization Expense, Year Two
Amortization Expense 2016
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Amortization Expense, Year Three
Amortization Expense 2017
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Amortization Expense, Year Four
Amortization Expense 2018
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Amortization Expense, Year Five
Amortization Expense Thereafter
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Amortization Expense, after Year Five
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income
Schedule of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Table Text Block]
Reimbursable Expenses
Reimbursable Expenses [Member]
Reimbursable Expenses [Member]
Manager of SPH
Manager of SPH [Member]
Manager of SPH [Member]
Management fee percentage, quarterly basis (as a percent)
Related Party Transaction, Service Fee Percentage, Quarterly basis
Related Party Transaction, Service Fee Percentage, Quarterly basis
Management agreement renewal, term (in years)
Management Agreement Renewal, Term
Management Agreement Renewal, Term
Notice period prior to management agreement renewal, period (in days)
Notice Period Prior to Management Agreement Renewal, Period
Notice Period Prior to Management Agreement Renewal, Period
RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
Related Party Transactions Disclosure [Text Block]
Amended Credit Agreement
Amended Credit Agreement [Member]
Amended Credit Agreement [Member]
Long-term Debt
Long-term Debt [Member]
Borrowing base (as a percent)
Line of Credit Facility, Borrowing Base of Eligible Accounts Receivable
Line of Credit Facility, Borrowing Base of Eligible Accounts Receivable
Assets pledged as collateral
Assets Pledged As Collateral
Assets Pledged As Collateral
Installments
Long-term Debt, Quarterly Installments
Long-term Debt, Quarterly Installments
Principal payments 2014
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Next Twelve Months
Principal payments 2015
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Year Two
Principal payments 2016
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Year Three
Principal payments 2017
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Year Four
Principal payments 2018
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Year Five
Interest Expense
Interest Expense
Interest expense, debt
Interest Expense, Debt
Deferred financing fees
Debt Related Commitment Fees and Debt Issuance Costs
PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT, NET
Property, Plant and Equipment Disclosure [Text Block]
Schedule of Inventory, Current
Schedule of Inventory, Current [Table Text Block]
Inventory Supplemental Disclosure
Inventory Supplemental Disclosure [Table Text Block]
Inventory Supplemental Disclosure [Table Text Block]
Incentive units granted, percentage of outstanding common units (as a percent)
Incentive Units Granted, Percentage of Outstanding Common Units
Incentive Units Granted, Percentage of Outstanding Common Units
Unit option plan expense
Stock or Unit Option Plan Expense
Foreign currency financial instruments
Interest rate swap agreements
Prepaid and other current assets
Prepaid Expenses and Other Current Assets [Member]
Prepaid and other current assets/Accrued liabilities
Prepaid and Other Current Assets (Accrued Liabilities) [Member]
Prepaid and Other Current Assets (Accrued Liabilities) [Member]
Derivative instruments, liabilities
FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS
Financial Instruments Disclosure [Text Block]
Schedule of Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Losses [Table]
Schedule of Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Losses [Table]
Financing Receivable Loans Total
Financing Receivable Loans Total [Member]
Financing Receivable Loans Total [Member]
Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Losses [Line Items]
Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Losses [Line Items]
Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Losses [Roll Forward]
Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Losses [Roll Forward]
Beginning balance
Charge-offs
Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Losses, Write-downs
Recoveries
Provision
Provision for Loan, Lease, and Other Losses
Ending balance
Title of Individual [Axis]
Title of Individual [Axis]
Title of Individual with Relationship to Entity [Domain]
Relationship to Entity [Domain]
Partner Type [Axis]
Partner Type [Axis]
Partner Type of Partners' Capital Account, Name [Domain]
Partner Type of Partners' Capital Account, Name [Domain]
Steel Partners II, L.P.
Limited Partner [Member]
Restricted Common Units
Restricted Common Units [Member]
Restricted Common Units [Member]
Common Unit
Common Unit [Member]
Common Unit [Member]
Vesting period (in years)
Unit-based Compensation, Vesting Period
Unit-based Compensation, Vesting Period
Stock issued net of forfeitures
Stock Issued During Period, Value, Restricted Stock Award, Net of Forfeitures
Common units issuance expense
Unit-based Compensation
Unit-based Compensation
Vesting percentage
Unit-based Payment Award, Vesting Percentage
Unit-based Payment Award, Vesting Percentage
PAM
PAM Fastening Technology, Inc. [Member]
PAM Fastening Technology, Inc. [Member]
Trade Names and Customer Relationships
Trade Names and Customer Relationships [Member]
Trade Names and Customer Relationships [Member]
Voting interests acquired (as a percent)
Business Acquisition, Percentage of Voting Interests Acquired
Working capital
Business Combination, Recognized Identifiable Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed, Current Assets
Deferred tax liabilities
Business Combination, Recognized Identifiable Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed, Deferred Tax Liabilities Noncurrent
Schedule of Net Benefit Costs
Schedule of Net Benefit Costs [Table Text Block]
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
Loss Contingencies [Table]
Loss Contingencies [Table]
Environmental Remediation Site [Axis]
Environmental Remediation Site [Axis]
Environmental Remediation Site [Domain]
Environmental Remediation Site [Domain]
Sold Parcel
Sold Parcel [Member]
Sold Parcel [Member]
Environmental Exit Cost by Property [Axis]
Environmental Exit Cost by Property [Axis]
Environmental Exit Costs, Name of Property [Domain]
Environmental Exit Costs, Name of Property [Domain]
Costs
Costs [Member]
Costs [Member]
Former Owner / Operator
Former Owner / Operator [Member]
Former Owner / Operator [Member]
First Joint Venture Partner of Former Owner / Operator
First Joint Venture Partner of Former Owner / Operator [Member]
First Joint Venture Partner of Former Owner / Operator [Member]
Hhem and HandH
Hhem and HandH [Member]
Hhem and HandH [Member]
HHEM
Hhem [Member]
Hhem [Member]
Range [Axis]
Range [Axis]
Range [Domain]
Range [Domain]
Minimum
Minimum [Member]
Maximum
Maximum [Member]
BNS Subsidiary
BNS Subsidiary [Member]
BNS Subsidiary [Member]
Insurance Claims
Insurance Claims [Member]
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]
Accrual for environmental matters
Accrual for Environmental Loss Contingencies
Insurance recoveries
Insurance Recoveries
Anticipated cost
Environmental Exit Costs, Anticipated Cost
Ownership responsibility for site investigation and remediation costs percentage allocation
Ownership Responsibility For Site Investigation and Remediation Costs Percentage Allocation
Ownership Responsibility For Site Investigation and Remediation Costs Percentage Allocation
Accrual for environmental loss contingencies, payments
Accrual for Environmental Loss Contingencies, Payments
Investigation and remediation costs
Environmental Remediation Expense
Total claims (in number of claims)
Loss Contingency, Total Claims, Number
Loss Contingency, Total Claims, Number
Claims, litigation matters (in number of claims)
Loss Contingency, Pending Claims, Number
Number of defendants (in defendants)
Loss Contingency, Number of Defendants
Number of claims, dismissed, settled or granted summary judgment and closed (in claims)
Loss Contingency, Claims Settled and Dismissed, Number
Claims settled, average settlement value
Loss Contingency Average Settlement Value
Loss Contingency Average Settlement Value
Insurance, coverage limit
Insurance, Asbestos-Related Claims, Coverage Limit
Insurance, Asbestos-Related Claims, Coverage Limit
Self insurance retention
Insurance, Asbestos-Related Claims, Self Insurance Deductible
Insurance, Asbestos-Related Claims, Self Insurance Deductible
Accrual relating to open and active claims
Capital Unit, Class A
Capital Unit, Class A [Member]
Capital Unit, Class B
Capital Unit, Class B [Member]
Capital Units, Class C
Capital Units, Class C [Member]
Capital Units, Class C [Member]
BANK DEPOSITS
Deposit Liabilities Disclosures [Text Block]
Federal income tax rate (as a percent)
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, at Federal Statutory Income Tax Rate, Percent
Foreign Exchange Contracts and Short Sale of Securities
Foreign Exchange Contracts and Short Sale of Securities [Member]
Foreign Exchange Contracts and Short Sale of Securities [Member]
Working capital adjustment
Business Acquisition, Cost of Acquired Entity, Working Capital Adjustment
Business Acquisition, Cost of Acquired Entity, Working Capital Adjustment
Termination charges
Business Combination, Employee Termination Charges
Business Combination, Employee Termination Charges
Schedule of Sale of Discontinued Operation [Table]
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Table]
Disposal Group Name [Axis]
Disposal Group Name [Axis]
Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations, Name [Domain]
Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations, Name [Domain]
Continental Industries
Continental Industries [Member]
Continental Industries [Member]
Canfield Metal Coating Corporation
Canfield Metal Coating Corporation [Member]
Canfield Metal Coating Corporation [Member]
Indiana Tube Mexico
Indiana Tube Mexico [Member]
Indiana Tube Mexico [Member]
Indiana Tube Denmark
Indiana Tube Denmark [Member]
Indiana Tube Denmark [Member]
Schedule of Sale of Discontinued Operation [Line Items]
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items]
Impairment
Impairment of Long-Lived Assets to be Disposed of
Sale price
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operations Sale Price
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operations Sale Price
Working capital adjustment
Disposal Group Including Discontinued Operations Working Capital Adjustment
Disposal Group Including Discontinued Operations Working Capital Adjustment
Net cash used in investing activities of discontinued operations
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Amounts Held in Escrow
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Amounts Held in Escrow
Restructuring Reserve
Restructuring Reserve
Currency translation gain
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Foreign Currency Translation Gains (Losses)
Schedule of Derivative Instruments
Schedule of Derivative Instruments [Table Text Block]
Change in Financial Instrument Balance
Change in Financial Instrument Balance [Table Text Block]
Change in Financial Instrument Balance [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Outstanding Forward or Future Contracts with Settlement Dates
Schedule of Notional Amounts of Outstanding Derivative Positions [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Derivative Instruments in Statement of Financial Position, Fair Value
Schedule of Derivative Instruments in Statement of Financial Position, Fair Value [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) in Statement of Financial Performance
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Earnings Per Share, Basic and Diluted
Schedule of Earnings Per Share, Basic and Diluted [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Segment Reporting Information, by Segment
Schedule of Segment Reporting Information, by Segment [Table Text Block]
Silver, Ounces
Silver, Ounces
Gold, Ounces
Gold, Ounces
Copper, Pounds
Copper, Pounds [Member]
Copper, Pounds [Member]
Tin, Metric Tons
Tin, Metric Tons [Member]
Tin, Metric Tons [Member]
Commodity
Notional Value
Other
Manufacturing
Manufacturing [Member]
Manufacturing [Member]
Net investment (losses) gains
CoSine
Cosine [Member]
Cosine [Member]
Other
Other Investments in Associated Companies [Member]
Other Investments in Associated Companies [Member]
ModusLink Global Solutions, Inc. (MLNK)
SL Industries, Inc. (SLI)
SL Industries, Inc. [Member]
SL Industries, Inc. [Member]
JPS Industries, Inc.
JPS Industries [Member]
JPS Industries [Member]
Fox & Hound
Fox & Hound [Member]
Fox & Hound [Member]
API Technologies Corp. (API)
API Technologies Corp. [Member]
API Technologies Corp. [Member]
Other
Other Investments at Fair Value [Member]
Other Investments at Fair Value [Member]
iGo, Inc.
iGo, Inc. [Member]
iGo, Inc. [Member]
Investment [Axis]
Investment [Axis]
Investment [Domain]
Investment [Domain]
SPII Liquidating Trust - Series B (Barbican)
SPII Liquidating Trust - Series B [Member]
SPII Liquidating Trust - Series B [Member]
SPII Liquidating Trust - Series D ( Fox & Hound)
SPII Liquidating Trust - Series D [Member]
SPII Liquidating Trust - Series D [Member]
SPII Liquidating Trust - Series G (SPCA)
SPII Liquidating Trust - Series G [Member]
SPII Liquidating Trust - Series G [Member]
SPII Liquidating Trust - Series H (SPJSF)
SPII Liquidating Trust - Series H [Member]
SPII Liquidating Trust - Series H [Member]
SPII Liquidating Trust - Series I
SPII Liquidating Trust - Series I [Member]
SPII Liquidating Trust - Series I [Member]
(A) AVAILABLE-FOR-SALE SECURITIES
Available-for-sale Securities [Abstract]
Equity securities - U.S.
Marketable Securities, Equity Securities [Abstract]
Investment Balance
Investment Balance
Available-for-sale Securities, Noncurrent
Income (Loss) Recorded in Statement of Operations
Marketable Securities, Realized Gain (Loss)
(B) EQUITY METHOD INVESTMENTS
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information [Abstract]
Investments in Associated Companies:
Investments in Associated Companies [Abstract]
Investments in Associated Companies [Abstract]
Investment Balance
Equity Method Investments
Income (Loss) Recorded in Statement of Operations
Income (Loss) from Equity Method Investments
Other Investments at Fair Value - Related Party:
Investment Balance
Investments in and Advance to Affiliates, Subsidiaries, Associates, and Joint Ventures
Investment Balance - Total
Investments in and Advances to Affiliates, at Fair Value
(C) OTHER INVESTMENTS
Other Investments [Abstract]
Investment Balance
Other Investments, Warrants
Other Investments, Warrants
Income (Loss) Recorded in Statement of Operations
Income (Loss) From Other Investments, Warrants
Income (Loss) From Other Investments, Warrants
Total Long-Term Investments
CAPITAL AND ACCUMULATED OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
Stockholders' Equity Note Disclosure [Text Block]
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Table]
ModusLink
JPS Industries
Japanese Real Estate Partnership
Japanese Real Estate Partnership [Member]
Japanese Real Estate Partnership [Member]
Capital changes
Equity Method Investment, Capital changes
Equity Method Investment, Capital changes
Aggregate market value
Equity Method Investment, Quoted Market Value
Number of shares purchased (in shares)
Equity Method Investment, Number of Shares Purchased
Equity Method Investment, Number of Shares Purchased
Unrealized Holding Loss on Securities Reclassification
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) Unrealized Holding Gain (Loss) on Securities Reclassification
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) Unrealized Holding Gain (Loss) on Securities Reclassification
Number of warrants purchased (in shares)
Equity Method Investment, Number of Warrants Purchased
Equity Method Investment, Number of Warrants Purchased
Exercise price of warrants or rights (in dollars per share)
Class of Warrant or Right, Exercise Price of Warrants or Rights
Equity Method Investment, Period of Investment Agreement
Equity Method Investment, Period of Investment Agreement
Equity Method Investment, Period of Investment Agreement
Number of Board of Directors committee members (in members)
Number of Board of Directors Committee Members
Number of Board of Directors Committee Members
Term during which Board Member will serve (in years)
Term during which Board Member will serve
Term during which Board Member will serve
Other than temporary impairment losses
Other than Temporary Impairment Losses, Investments
Loss recognized
Available for Sale Securities, Realized Gain (Loss), Reclassification
Available for Sale Securities, Realized Gain (Loss), Reclassification
Precious metals stated at LIFO cost
LIFO Inventory Amount
Precious metals stated under non-LIFO cost methods, primarily at fair value
LIFO Inventory Amount, Primarily at Fair Value
LIFO Inventory Amount, Primarily at Fair Value
Market value per ounce, Silver (in dollars per ounce)
Market Value Per Ounce, Silver
Market Value Per Ounce, Silver
Market value per ounce, Gold (in dollars per ounce)
Market Value Per Ounce, Gold
Market Value Per Ounce, Gold
Market value per ounce, Palladium (in dollars per ounce)
Market Value Per Ounce, Palladium
Market Value Per Ounce, Palladium
Proceeds from sales
Available-for-sale Securities, Gross Realized Gains (Losses), Sale Proceeds
Gross losses from sales
Net investment gain
Available-for-sale Securities, Gross Realized Gain (Loss)
Change in net unrealized holding (losses) gains included in Accumulated other comprehensive income
Available-for-sale Securities, Change in Net Unrealized Holding Gain (Loss), Net of Tax
Unrealized gains
Unrealized Gains Reclassified out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income, Available for Sale Securities
Unrealized Gains Reclassified out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income, Available for Sale Securities
Unrealized losses
Unrealized Losses Reclassified out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Gain Loss, Available for Sale Securities
Unrealized Losses Reclassified out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Gain Loss, Available for Sale Securities
Total
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI for Unrealized Gains and Losses, Net of Tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI for Unrealized Gains and Losses, Net of Tax
DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS
Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations, Disclosure [Text Block]
Repurchase of capital units, tender offer
Repurchase of Capital Units, Tender Offer
Repurchase of Capital Units, Tender Offer
Tender offer (per share)
Repurchase of Capital Units, Tender Offer per Unit
Repurchase of Capital Units, Tender Offer per Unit
Purchases of treasury units (in shares)
Cash paid
Liabilities incurred
Debt Incurred, Payments to Repurchase Common Stock
Debt Incurred, Payments to Repurchase Common Stock
Award Type [Axis]
Award Type [Axis]
Award Type [Domain]
Equity Award [Domain]
Warrant
Warrant [Member]
Related Party
Related Party [Member]
Related Party [Member]
Partnership
Partnership [Member]
Venture Capital Funds
Venture Capital Funds [Member]
Distributions received
Proceeds from Equity Method Investment, Dividends or Distributions
Equity Method Investment Summarized Financial Information, Equity [Abstract]
Equity Method Investment Summarized Financial Information, Equity [Abstract]
Total assets
Total liabilities
Net Asset Value
Equity Method Investment Summarized Financial Information, Net Asset (Liability)
Equity Method Investment Summarized Financial Information, Net Asset (Liability)
Net increase in net assets from operations
Net Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets From Operations
Net Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets From Operations
Number of warrants received (in shares)
Business Acquisition, Number of Warrants Received
Business Acquisition, Number of Warrants Received
Warrants price (in dollars per share)
Business Acquisitions, Warrants Price
Business Acquisitions, Warrants Price
Award vesting period (in years)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Award Vesting Period
Expected volatility rate (as a percent)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Expected Volatility Rate
Expected term (in years)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Expected Term
Risk free interest rate (as a percent)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Risk Free Interest Rate
Expected dividend payments
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Expected Dividend Payments
Cost method investments
Cost Method Investments
Cost method investments fair value
Cost Method Investments, Fair Value Disclosure
Number of investments in venture capital funds
Number of Investments in Venture Capital Funds
Number of Investments in Venture Capital Funds
Investments
Investments, Fair Value Disclosure
Receivable
Letter of Credit
Letter of Credit [Member]
Basis spread on variable rate (as a percent)
Derivative, Basis Spread on Variable Rate
Amount outstanding
Line of Credit Facility, Amount Outstanding
FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS
Fair Value Disclosures [Text Block]
Internal Credit Assessment [Axis]
Internal Credit Assessment [Axis]
Internal Credit Assessment [Domain]
Internal Credit Assessment [Domain]
Pass
Pass [Member]
Special Mention
Special Mention [Member]
Sub- standard
Substandard [Member]
Doubtful
Doubtful [Member]
Construction
Construction Loans [Member]
Commercial - Owner Occupied
Outstanding Loan Balances Commercial Real Estate Owner Occupied Receivable [Member]
Outstanding Loan Balances Commercial Real Estate Owner Occupied Receivable [Member]
Commercial – other
Real Estate Loans, Commercial, Other [Member]
Real Estate Loans, Commercial, Other [Member]
Total loans
Guaranteed by USDA or SBA
Outstanding Loans, Guaranteed by US Federal Government
Outstanding Loans, Guaranteed by US Federal Government
SPII Liquidating Trust
SPII Liquidating Trust [Member]
SPII Liquidating Trust [Member]
Mutual Services
Mutual Services [Member]
Mutual Services [Member]
Proceeds from Sale of Other Investments
Proceeds from Sale of Other Investments
Schedule of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Table]
Schedule of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Table]
Schedule of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Table]
Common Unitholders
Common Unitholders [Member]
Common Unitholders [Member]
Unrealized gain on available-for-sale securities
Accumulated Net Unrealized Investment Gain (Loss) [Member]
Cumulative translation adjustment
Accumulated Translation Adjustment [Member]
Change in net pension and other benefit obligations
Accumulated Defined Benefit Plans Adjustment [Member]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Roll Forward]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Roll Forward]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Roll Forward]
Accumulated other comprehensive loss, beginning of period
Current period other comprehensive loss
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Portion Attributable to Parent
Reclassifications, net of tax
Reclassification from Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income, Current Period, Net of Tax
Accumulated other comprehensive loss, end of period
Before reclassifications net of tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Tax
Reclassification adjustment net of tax
Reclassification From Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income, Current Period, Tax
Reclassification From Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income, Current Period, Tax
Other comprehensive income (loss), available for sale securities
Cumulative translation adjustment attributable to noncontrolling interests
Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Foreign Currency Transaction and Translation Adjustment, Net of Tax, Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Schedule of Subsidiary of Limited Liability Company or Limited Partnership [Table]
Schedule of Subsidiary of Limited Liability Company or Limited Partnership [Table]
BNS Liquidating Trust (BNS Liquidating Trust)
BNS Liquidating Trust [Member]
BNS Liquidating Trust [Member]
DGT Holdings Corp. (DGT)
DGT Holdings Corp. [Member]
DGT Holdings Corp. [Member]
SPH Services, Inc. (SPH Services)
SPH Services, Inc. [Member]
SPH Services, Inc. [Member]
WebFinancial Holding Corporation (WebFinancial)
WebFinancial Holding Corporation [Member]
WebFinancial Holding Corporation [Member]
Subsidiary of Limited Liability Company or Limited Partnership [Line Items]
Subsidiary of Limited Liability Company or Limited Partnership [Line Items]
Ownership (as a percent)
Noncontrolling Interest, Ownership Percentage by Parent
Cost
Cost of Investments [Abstract]
Cost of Investments [Abstract]
Mature in one year or less
Available-for-sale Securities, Debt Maturities, Next Twelve Months, Amortized Cost Basis
Mature after one year through three years
Available-for-sale Securities, Debt Maturities, Year Two Through Three, Amortized Cost Basis
Available-for-sale Securities, Debt Maturities, Year Two Through Three, Amortized Cost Basis
Mature after three years
Available-for-sale Securities, Debt Maturities, Maturity After Three Years, Amortized Cost Basis
Available-for-sale Securities, Debt Maturities, Maturity After Three Years, Amortized Cost Basis
Total debt securities
Available-for-sale Securities, Amortized Cost Basis, Excluding Securities with no Contractual Maturity
Available-for-sale Securities, Amortized Cost Basis, Excluding Securities with no Contractual Maturity
Securities with no contractual maturities
Available-for-sale Securities, Debt Maturities, without Single Maturity Date, Amortized Cost Basis
Cost
Estimated Fair Value
Available-for-sale Securities, Debt Maturities, Fair Value, Fiscal Year Maturity [Abstract]
Mature in one year or less
Available-for-sale Securities, Debt Maturities, Next Twelve Months, Fair Value
Mature after one year through three years
Available-for-sale Securities, Debt Maturities, Year Two Through Three, Fair Value
Available-for-sale Securities, Debt Maturities, Year Two Through Three, Fair Value
Mature after three years
Available-for-sale Securities, Debt Maturities, After Three Years
Available-for-sale Securities, Debt Maturities, After Three Years
Total debt securities
Available-for-sale Securities, Fair Value Disclosure, Excluding Securities with no Contractual Maturity
Available-for-sale Securities, Fair Value Disclosure, Excluding Securities with no Contractual Maturity
Securities with no contractual maturities
Available-for-sale Securities, Debt Maturities, without Single Maturity Date, Fair Value
Fair value
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Text Block]