Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss (Narrative) (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Foreign Exchange Gains (Losses) From Translation Of Acturial Losses and Prior Service Credit	$ (18.2)	$ 0.2	$ 7.7

Foreign Exchange Gains (Losses) From Translation Of Actuarial Losses Prior Service Credit And Transition Obligation

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