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Goodwill and intangible assets (Details) - Schedule of Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets

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Goodwill and intangible assets (Details) - Schedule of Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
12 Months Ended
Jul. 31, 2013
Jul. 31, 2012
Jul. 31, 2011
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]      
Gross $ 27,904    
Accumulated Amortization (16,124)    
Net 11,780    
Accumulated Amortization (1,990) (1,660) (1,507)
Net (1,990) (1,660) (1,507)
Gross 28,214 27,904  
Accumulated Amortization (18,271) (16,124)  
Net 9,943 11,780  
Life Sciences [Member]
     
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]      
Gross 27,904 34,838  
Accumulated Amortization (16,124) (14,853)  
Net 11,780 19,985  
Accumulated Amortization (1,990) (1,660)  
Net (1,990) (1,660)  
Gross 310 (1,232)  
Accumulated Amortization (157) 389  
Net 153 (843)  
Trademark impairment charge   (5,702)  
Gross 28,214 27,904  
Accumulated Amortization (18,271) (16,124)  
Net $ 9,943 $ 11,780