Operating Segments - Reportable Segments (Parenthetical) (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Jul. 31, 2016	Jul. 31, 2015	Jul. 31, 2016	Jul. 31, 2015
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Severance and restructuring costs	$ 1,714		$ 4,364
Adhesive Dispensing Systems [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Severance and restructuring costs	759		2,230
Advanced Technology Systems [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Severance and restructuring costs	0	$ 2,319	680	$ 2,319
Industrial Coating Systems [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Severance and restructuring costs	$ 955		$ 1,454