PENSION AND PROFIT SHARING PLANS AND ARRANGEMENTS (Details 7) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	12 Months Ended
	Jul. 31, 2013
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Prior service cost/(credit)	$ 1,539
Net actuarial loss	14,302
U.S. Plans [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Prior service cost/(credit)	1,580
Net actuarial loss	5,377
Foreign Plans [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Prior service cost/(credit)	(41)
Net actuarial loss	$ 8,925