COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	9 Months Ended
	Jul. 31, 2013	Jul. 31, 2012
Balances as of beginning of fiscal year	$ 2,571	$ 2,231
Accruals for warranties	795	1,136
Acquired warranty liabilities	526	0
Warranty claims settled	(866)	(923)
Ending Balance	$ 3,026	$ 2,444