| **Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets - Table 3 (Details) (USD $)In Millions, unless otherwise specified** | 12 Months Ended |
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| **Schedule of Amortization Expense, Intangible Assets**                                                     |            |   |   |
| Amortization expense                                                                                        | $ 15.2          | $ 12.9 | $ 11.9 |

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| - Definition
Aggregate amount of intangible asset amortization recognized as expense during the period.
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