ACCUMULATED OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS) Narrative (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2018	Mar. 31, 2017
Equity [Abstract]
Foreign exchange gains (losses)	$ 5.9	$ 3.4

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

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