Reportable Segments and Geographic Data (Schedule of Restructuring Costs by Reporting Segment) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2023	Dec. 31, 2022	Dec. 31, 2021
Restructuring expenses, net
Total restructuring expenses, net	$ 282	$ 106	$ 1,331
Corporate
Restructuring expenses, net
Total restructuring expenses, net	0	14	97
Machine Clothing | Operating segments
Restructuring expenses, net
Total restructuring expenses, net	282	92	1,202
Albany Engineered Composites | Operating segments
Restructuring expenses, net
Total restructuring expenses, net	$ 0	$ 0	$ 32