A device and method for producing labeled expanded resin containers; the
method including applying a label sheet, formed from a label material
capable of maintaining an electrostatic charge, to an inner wall of
female portions of two-part molds, positioning one or more male portions
of the two-part molds in contact with the corresponding female portions
to form one or more mold cavities; adding expandable resin beads or
pre-expanded resin beads to the mold cavities; applying a sufficient
amount of heat for a sufficient length of time to the mold cavities to
effect expansion of the expandable resin beads or pre-expanded resin
beads to form labeled containers; cooling the labeled containers; and
removing the labeled containers from the mold cavities. The labels on the
external wall of the labeled containers present a smooth circumferential
surface.