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Reporting Entity [Axis]0000008146 (http://www.sec.gov/CIK)
Guarantees [Abstract]Period [Axis]
2015-02-01 - 2016-01-31
Guarantees [Abstract]
 
Activity in Product Warranty Liability

The Company regularly assesses the adequacy of its recorded warranty liabilities and adjusts the amounts as necessary. Activity in the product warranty liability, which is included in other accrued expenses in the accompanying consolidated balance sheet, is as follows:

 

     January 31  
     2016     2015  
(In thousands)             

Balance, beginning of the year

    $ 375      $ 355   

Warranties issued

      887        546   

Settlements made

      (862 )      (526 ) 
  

 

 

    

 

 

  

Balance, end of the year

    $ 400      $ 375