Note 10 - Derivative Instruments (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2012

Schedule of Derivative Instruments, Effect on Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Table Text Block]

	Net Gain (Loss) Recognized
	2012			2011			2010
(in thousands)
Interest rate swap	$	(46	)	$	(68	)	$	-
Nickel swaps		(113	)		(208	)		55
Embedded customer derivatives		113			208			(55	)
Total gain (loss)	$	(46	)	$	(68	)	$	-