OTHER INTANGIBLE ASSETS, NET (Details Textual) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Amortization And Impairment Expenses Of Intangible Assets Continuing Operations	$ 994	$ 967	$ 1,987

The amount of amortization and impairment of intangible assets for the period, attributable to continuing operations.

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