Sans Superellipse Orkom 18 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'ATF Poster Gothic' by ATF Collection and 'Conthey' by ROHH (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, logos, industrial, condensed, modern, authoritative, utilitarian, space saving, high impact, geometric clarity, signage utility, rounded corners, compact, vertical, blocky, sturdy.
A compact, condensed sans with heavy, even strokes and rounded-rectangle construction throughout. Curves resolve into softened corners rather than fully circular bowls, giving counters a squarish, superelliptical feel. Terminals are clean and blunt, the rhythm is vertical and tightly spaced, and the overall silhouette stays consistent across caps, lowercase, and figures. The lowercase shows single-storey forms (notably a and g), a narrow, straight-sided n, and a short-shouldered r, reinforcing a simplified, engineered look. Numerals are similarly compact, with uniform stroke weight and minimal internal detailing for strong legibility at display sizes.
Best suited to headlines and short text where impact and quick recognition matter—posters, signage, wayfinding, packaging, and bold brand marks. It can also work for UI labels or data displays when a condensed, high-clarity voice is needed, especially at medium-to-large sizes.
The tone is direct and functional, combining a technical, industrial flavor with a contemporary poster sensibility. Its rounded corners soften the heft just enough to feel approachable while still reading as confident and assertive. Overall it suggests signage, equipment labeling, and modern branding that favors clarity over ornament.
The design appears intended to deliver a strong, space-efficient voice with a geometric, rounded-rectangle framework. By keeping contrast minimal and details simplified, it prioritizes consistency and punch, aiming for a practical, modern style that remains distinctive in compact widths.
Round characters like O/Q and bowls in B/P/R maintain a squared-off interior, creating a distinctive “rounded box” identity. Diagonals (V, W, X, Y) are crisp and steep, and the figures keep a sturdy, compressed stance that pairs well with the uppercase’s tall, compact proportions.