Evaluation of Formicary Corrosion's Impact on the HVAC/R Industry

Thank you for your participation in this brief 6 question survey. Mainstream Engineering may develop a new product but first must evaluate the impact formicary corrosion has on the HVAC/R industry. We ask that participants only be technicians who have been in the HVAC/R industry for at least a year. Your sincere feedback is much appreciated.

1
What region of the United States do you currently perform HVAC/R services in?
Northeast
Midwest
West
South
I do not work in the United States
2
Have you heard of the term “formicary corrosion” in reference to AC coils before taking this survey?
Yes, I am familiar with the term
I think I may have heard of this
No, never
3
Are you familiar with what formicary corrosion actually is? Or at least what problems are caused by formicary corrosion?
Yes, very familiar
I think I have an idea of what it is
No, not at all
4
How often do you run into problems with formicary corrosion on coils?
All of the time
Hardly ever
Never
I don’t know
5
Please indicate your own experiences with formicary corrosion below.
It is a widespread problem that affects a large group of my customers
It is an issue that comes up over and over again with just a small group of my customers
It’s not a problem at all
I don’t know
Other (blank)
6
Do you have a way of dealing with formicary corrosion now? Even if it’s something pretty obvious such as “I replace the leaky coils” or “I only buy pre-coated coils” we’d like for you to let us know.