ACQUISITION (Proforma Narrative) (Detail) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended	9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2013
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Additional amortization of intangible assets	$ 1.0	$ 3.7
Additional interest expense	$ 1.2	$ 4.3

The additional amortization expense realted to the fair value of identifiable assets acquired included in the proforma results.

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