--- title: How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote (with photos) description: Instructions on how to dispense bulk oil from a Bag-in-a-Box tote, with photos. These details will help you decide if totes are right for you. image: https://www.centrafoods.com/hs-fs/file-671773094-png/images/BIB-Tote-Dispensing-Photos/BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-4.png --- [![Centra Foods | Simply Authentic](https://www.centrafoods.com/hs-fs/file-339185492-png/images/centra-logo.png?width=487&height=64&name=centra-logo.png "Centra Foods | Simply Authentic")](https://www.centrafoods.com) [Bulk Oil Blog](http://centrafoods.com/blog) # [How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote (with photos)](https://www.centrafoods.com/blog/how-to-get-bulk-olive-oil-out-of-a-bag-in-box-tote-with-photos) Posted by [Hannah Broaddus](https://www.centrafoods.com/blog/author/hannah-broaddus) June 10, 2014 at 6:00 AM If you're thinking about receiving your bulk oils in [Bag in Box Totes](https://www.centrafoods.com/products/pkg/tote), you're not alone.  Many manufacturers are making the switch to Bag in a Box (BIB) totes.   Before your first tote delivers, here's what you're going to want to know.  These photos will go through each step of how you will set up the dispensing system, how you'll get the oil out and afterwards, dispose of the tote after use.   Dispensing Instructions *(Photos shown for the [SpaceKraft brand](http://www.spacekraft.com/); instructions will vary slightly by brand).*   1.  Tote will arrive as pictured. ![How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ](https://www.centrafoods.com/hs-fs/file-679556547-png/images/BIB-Tote-Dispensing-Photos/BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-1.png?width=1300&name=BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-1.png "How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ")   2. Remove all 4 straps from the tote ![How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ](https://www.centrafoods.com/hs-fs/file-677272126-png/images/BIB-Tote-Dispensing-Photos/BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-2.png?width=1300&name=BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-2.png "How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ")   3. Collect and dispose of strapping ![How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ](https://www.centrafoods.com/hs-fs/file-671732724-png/images/BIB-Tote-Dispensing-Photos/BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-3.png?width=1300&name=BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-3.png "How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ")   4. Remove corrugated cap and recycle ![How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ](https://www.centrafoods.com/hs-fs/file-671773094-png/images/BIB-Tote-Dispensing-Photos/BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-4.png?width=1300&name=BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-4.png "How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ")   5. Remove poly shroud.  *Please note: not all totes use these.* ![How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ](https://www.centrafoods.com/hs-fs/file-671762634-png/images/BIB-Tote-Dispensing-Photos/BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-5.png?width=1300&name=BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-5.png "How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ")   6. *OPTIONAL: *Using 2 spring-loaded plastic clamps (available at any hardware store), clamp a small amount of the product liner to the edge of the tote side that has the bottom dispense hole. ![How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ](https://www.centrafoods.com/hs-fs/file-675563088-png/images/BIB-Tote-Dispensing-Photos/BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-6.png?width=1300&name=BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-6.png "How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ")   7. Tote is prepared for dispensing. ![How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ](https://www.centrafoods.com/hs-fs/file-679544082-png/images/BIB-Tote-Dispensing-Photos/BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-7.png?width=1300&name=BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-7.png "How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ")   8. *OPTIONAL: *Tote should be elevated with the backside of the tote having a 4" incline. ![How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ](https://www.centrafoods.com/hs-fs/file-671747164-png/images/BIB-Tote-Dispensing-Photos/BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-8.png?width=1300&name=BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-8.png "How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ")   9. Remove dispense gland cap.  Keep the cap in a safe place so that it can be replaced when tote is empty. ![How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ](https://www.centrafoods.com/hs-fs/file-671774564-png/images/BIB-Tote-Dispensing-Photos/BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-9.png?width=1300&name=BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-9.png "How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ")   10. Attach the ball valve assembly to the dispense gland.  Once the gasket on the valve seats to the gland, *do not over tighten-- hand tighten only.  *Valve is tight between the 10 and 2 o'clock position. ![How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ](https://www.centrafoods.com/hs-fs/file-680607270-png/images/BIB-Tote-Dispensing-Photos/BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-10.png?width=1300&name=BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-10.png "How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ")   11. With the valve handle in the open position, push the plunger tool straight through the valve one time and then pull straight out.  Do NOT twist the plunger tool. ![How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ](https://www.centrafoods.com/hs-fs/file-677284671-png/images/BIB-Tote-Dispensing-Photos/BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-11.png?width=1300&name=BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-11.png "How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ")   12. *IMPORTANT:* Close the valve and place a small container under the valve.  There will be 1/2 - 1 cup of product between the internal ball and end of the valve. ![How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ](https://www.centrafoods.com/hs-fs/file-680607295-png/images/BIB-Tote-Dispensing-Photos/BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-12.png?width=1300&name=BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-12.png "How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ")   13. Remove the plunger tool from valve and allow 1/2 - 1 cup of product to drain into container. ![How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ](https://www.centrafoods.com/hs-fs/file-677254441-png/images/BIB-Tote-Dispensing-Photos/BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-13.png?width=1300&name=BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-13.png "How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ")   14. Attach a 2" male camlock or tri-clamp fitment to discharge side of valve.  Hook up female camlock/tri-clamp/hose and turn handle to start dispensing. ![How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ](https://www.centrafoods.com/hs-fs/file-675549123-png/images/BIB-Tote-Dispensing-Photos/BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-14.png?width=1300&name=BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-14.png "How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ")   15. As dispensing progresses, the liner inside of the tote will begin to collapse.  The 4" tilt will keep the product moving towards the dispense outlet.   ![How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ](https://www.centrafoods.com/hs-fs/file-680556905-png/images/BIB-Tote-Dispensing-Photos/BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-15.png?width=1300&name=BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-15.png "How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ")   16. When product flow begins to slow, pull the flexible liner towards the front of the tote and reset clamps.  This will keep the product flowing towards the dispense outlet. ![How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ](https://www.centrafoods.com/hs-fs/file-675516958-png/images/BIB-Tote-Dispensing-Photos/BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-16.png?width=1300&name=BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-16.png "How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ")   17. Inside of the box with liner pulled forward. ![How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ](https://www.centrafoods.com/hs-fs/file-677268266-png/images/BIB-Tote-Dispensing-Photos/BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-17.png?width=1300&name=BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-17.png "How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ")   18. As the liner is pulled forward, the liner and product will move towards the front of the box.  This allows the product to be completely dispensed. ![How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ](https://www.centrafoods.com/hs-fs/file-675559208-png/images/BIB-Tote-Dispensing-Photos/BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-18.png?width=1300&name=BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-18.png "How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ")   19. Liner position on inside of tote when completely pulled forward and product completely dispensed from tote. ![How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ](https://www.centrafoods.com/hs-fs/file-677268251-png/images/BIB-Tote-Dispensing-Photos/BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-19.png?width=1300&name=BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-19.png "How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ")   20. Close ball valve and remove by turning counter clockwise. ![How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ](https://www.centrafoods.com/hs-fs/file-680630795-png/images/BIB-Tote-Dispensing-Photos/BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-20.png?width=1300&name=BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-20.png "How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ")   21. Replace bottom dispense cap. ![How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ](https://www.centrafoods.com/hs-fs/file-680622235-png/images/BIB-Tote-Dispensing-Photos/BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-21.png?width=1300&name=BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-21.png "How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ")   22. Remove spring loaded clamps from the front of the tote. ![How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ](https://www.centrafoods.com/hs-fs/file-679574702-png/images/BIB-Tote-Dispensing-Photos/BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-22.png?width=1300&name=BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-22.png "How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ")   23. Remove the empty flexible inner liner and dispense in a standard waste stream. ![How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ](https://www.centrafoods.com/hs-fs/file-680637725-png/images/BIB-Tote-Dispensing-Photos/BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-23.png?width=1300&name=BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-23.png "How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ")   24. Remove bottom pad by grasping one of the flaps and pulling the pad up and out of the tote. ![How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ](https://www.centrafoods.com/hs-fs/file-671732739-png/images/BIB-Tote-Dispensing-Photos/BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-24.png?width=1300&name=BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-24.png "How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ")   25. Pull sides of the tote together to close the tote. ![How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ](https://www.centrafoods.com/hs-fs/file-671747189-png/images/BIB-Tote-Dispensing-Photos/BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-25.png?width=1300&name=BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-25.png "How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ")   26. Tote will lay flat and can be recycled. ![How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ](https://www.centrafoods.com/hs-fs/file-675243868-png/images/BIB-Tote-Dispensing-Photos/BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-26.png?width=1300&name=BIB-Tote-Opening-Instructions-26.png "How To Get Bulk Olive Oil Out Of A Bag-In-Box Tote ")   [Download a PDF version of these instructions](https://www.centrafoods.com/hs-fs/file-522930242-pdf/docs/BIB-Tote-Dispensing-Instructions.pdf) Image & Instruction Source: [SpaceKraft](http://www.spacekraft.com/) Topics: [Packaging](https://www.centrafoods.com/blog/topic/packaging) ### Don't Forget to Share! 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