Reconciliation of Numerator and Denominator of the basic and diluted earnings per share computation (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2014	Jan. 31, 2013
Equity [Abstract]
Net income	$ 4,939	$ 2,583
Basic weighted average shares	17,113	16,988
Effect of dilutive securities:
Stock options	95	52
Diluted weighted average shares	17,208	17,040
Basic earnings per share	$ 0.29	$ 0.15
Diluted earnings per share	$ 0.29	$ 0.15
Comprehensive income	4,531	2,583
Adjustment to estimated deferred taxes associated with pension adjustments included in accumulated other comprehensive income	$ 249	$ 0