Accounts Receivable

12 Months Ended

Oct. 31, 2012

Accounts Receivable [Abstract]

Schedule of Valuation and Qualifying Accounts Disclosure [Text Block]

—Accounts Receivable

Accounts receivable are expected to be collected within one year and are net of an allowance for doubtful accounts in the amount of $482 and $568 at October 31, 2012 and 2011, respectively. The Company recognized net bad debt expense (credit) of $(164) and $425 during fiscal 2012 and 2011, respectively, in the consolidated statements of operations.

The Company continually monitors its exposure with its customers and additional consideration is given to individual accounts in light of the market conditions in the automotive industry.