Finance & economics | Neon lights, shining bright

How rare-gas supply adapted to Russia’s war

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Gas pipes on background of wall. Gas flow sensor is located on pipes. They are illuminated with neon light. Pipe junction for gas distribution. Gasification of house. Gasification pipes.
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