Sans Superellipse Uggem 5 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Akkordeon' by Emtype Foundry and 'Fixture' by Sudtipos (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, branding, industrial, confident, compact, retro, punchy, space-saving, impact, clarity, sturdiness, modern utility, condensed, blocky, rounded corners, square-shouldered, tight spacing.
A compact, heavy sans with squared silhouettes softened by rounded corners. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, producing dense counters and a strong, even color. Curves tend to resolve into superelliptical, rounded-rectangle forms (notably in bowls and numerals), while terminals are blunt and sturdy. Proportions feel condensed overall, with relatively tall verticals, tight apertures, and a disciplined, uniform rhythm that keeps headlines cohesive and forceful.
Best suited to display typography such as posters, headlines, signage, and packaging where a compact, high-impact voice is needed. It can also work for logos and brand marks that benefit from a sturdy, industrial sensibility, especially in short phrases or all-caps settings.
The font projects a tough, no-nonsense tone with a slightly retro, workwear feel. Its compressed heft reads as assertive and attention-grabbing, suited to messaging that wants to feel solid, efficient, and bold rather than delicate or expressive.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact in limited horizontal space, combining condensed proportions with robust, rounded-rectilinear construction. Its consistent stroke weight and blunt terminals prioritize clarity and punch in display contexts.
The tight internal spaces and narrow apertures suggest it performs best with generous tracking and ample line spacing at larger sizes. The shapes maintain strong legibility in all-caps display settings, while the lowercase keeps the same squared, compact personality with minimal softness beyond the rounded corners.