Sans Normal Sabis 4 is a bold, narrow, monoline, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Benton Sans' and 'Benton Sans Std' by Font Bureau, 'ITC Franklin' by ITC, 'PG Gothique' by Paulo Goode, and 'Dopis' by Tour De Force (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, wayfinding, labels ui, modern, utilitarian, assertive, clean, industrial, space-saving, clarity, impact, systematic, condensed, high-contrast (figure/wh, rounded terminals, compact, crisp.
A condensed sans with sturdy, even-weight strokes and a compact horizontal footprint. Curves are smooth and round while many joins and terminals are squared-off or lightly rounded, creating a crisp, engineered feel. Counters are relatively tight and apertures tend to be small, which reinforces a dense, vertical rhythm in text. The lowercase shows a tall x-height and short ascenders/descenders, and the numerals follow the same compact, straightforward construction for consistent color across mixed copy.
Well suited to headlines and subheads where you need impact without using much horizontal space. It can work effectively in posters, packaging, and label systems, and it also fits UI or wayfinding contexts where compact, high-contrast letterforms help maintain clarity at a glance.
The overall tone is modern and no-nonsense, with an assertive presence that reads as practical and workmanlike. Its condensed proportions and firm shapes give it an efficient, slightly industrial voice that suits clear, direct communication.
The design appears intended to deliver a space-saving sans that stays bold and legible through condensed proportions, combining rounded geometric forms with firm, squared finishing for a clear, contemporary voice.
The condensed width and tight internal spaces create strong texture on the page, especially in longer lines. Rounded bowls paired with squared terminals balance friendliness with a technical, signage-like discipline.