Fair Value of Financial Instruments Fair Value Accounting Policy (Policies)

6 Months Ended

Jul. 31, 2013

Accounting Policies [Abstract]

Fair Value of Financial Instruments, Policy [Policy Text Block]

The Company uses the market approach to measure fair value for its mutual funds, time deposits and derivative instruments. The Company’s interest rate swaps were primarily valued using the 3-month LIBOR rate. The Company’s put option contracts, as well as its foreign exchange forward contracts, are primarily valued using the appropriate foreign exchange spot rates. The Company’s precious metal forward contracts are primarily valued using the relevant precious metal spot rate.