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A company from Joensuu has developed a ready-made furniture kit for converting a van into a camper in minutes. The manufacturer targets the mass market and aims to smooth out seasonal fluctuations in the construction industry.
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A company from Joensuu has developed a ready-made furniture kit for converting a van into a camper in minutes. The manufacturer targets the mass marke...
A company from Joensuu has developed a ready-made furniture kit for converting a van into a camper in minutes. The manufacturer targets the mass market and aims to smooth out seasonal fluctuations in the construction industry.
Updated: 20.06.2026
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