Restructuring (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended		6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2026	Jun. 30, 2025	Jun. 30, 2026	Jun. 30, 2025
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring expenses, net	$ 7,973	$ 4,183	$ 11,138	$ 6,698
Machine Clothing
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring expenses, net		3,000
Workforce Reductions, Fixed Asset Impairments, and Related Costs \| Machine Clothing
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring expenses, net				6,100
Pension Curtailment (Gain)/Loss
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring charges (gain)				(1,760)
Pension Curtailment (Gain)/Loss \| Machine Clothing
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring charges (gain)				(1,800)
Reorganizational and Workforce Reduction Costs \| Albany Engineered Composites
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring expenses, net	$ 0	$ 500	$ 0	$ 1,700

- Definition

Amount of expenses associated with exit or disposal activities pursuant to an authorized plan. Excludes expenses related to a discontinued operation or an asset retirement obligation.

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