Lennard

I sincerely hope someone has taken the time to answer you off list as we 
appear to have given you nothing.  If that is not the case here are some 
quick and dirty answers as I hate to see you left hanging.
Yes you can catch the queen and replace it with a cell or virgin.  
Population of unit will determine how fast they realize they are 
queenless - minutes to hours.  Strains are different, but I find for 
example that leaving my bees queenless for a few days makes acceptance 
of a virgin or mated queen more difficult, not easier.  If introducing a 
virgin, use a cage and spray everything with a light syrup containing a 
few drops of  vanilla, Honey Bee Healthy or peppermint.  I would not 
recommend the honey dip.  Leave them alone for a week.

Dave Tharle
Ardmore, AB
Canada

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