Reportable Segments (Schedule of Restructuring Costs by Reporting Segment) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended		6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017	Jun. 30, 2016	Jun. 30, 2017	Jun. 30, 2016
Restructuring expense
Restructuring expenses, net	$ 2,036	$ 6,648	$ 4,717	$ 7,327
Machine Clothing [Member]
Restructuring expense
Restructuring expenses, net	805	5,434	916	6,132
Albany Engineered Composites [Member]
Restructuring expense
Restructuring expenses, net	1,231	1,147	3,801	1,147
Corporate Expenses [Member]
Restructuring expense
Restructuring expenses, net		$ 67		$ 48