RETIREMENT AND PROFIT SHARING PLANS - Estimated Amounts that will be Amortized from Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	12 Months Ended
Aug. 31, 2013
U.S. Plans
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Actuarial loss	$ 10,003
Prior service credit	0
Total	10,003
Non-U.S. Plans
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Actuarial loss	9,467
Prior service credit	(2,719)
Total	$ 6,748

The amounts in accumulated other comprehensive income related to gains and losses that are not recognized immediately and are expected to be recognized as components of net periodic benefit cost over the next fiscal year that follows the most recent annual statement of financial position presented.

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The amounts in accumulated other comprehensive income related to prior service cost or credit expected to be recognized as components of net periodic benefit cost over the next fiscal year that follows the most recent annual statement of financial position presented.

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The aggregate amount in accumulated other comprehensive income expected to be recognized as a component of net periodic benefit cost over the fiscal year that follows the most recent annual statement of financial position presented, including the net gain (loss), net prior service cost or credit, and net transition asset or obligation.

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