Sans Superellipse Ormak 3 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Cooperative' by Hafontia; 'Frontage Condensed' by Juri Zaech; 'Angmar', 'Delonie', and 'Headpen' by Umka Type; and 'Winner Sans' by sportsfonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, industrial, authoritative, condensed, impactful, utilitarian, space saving, high impact, clear display, modern utility, blocky, rectilinear, rounded corners, compact, sturdy.
A compact, heavy sans with tall proportions and tightly packed counters. Curves are built from rounded-rectangle geometry, giving bowls and rounds a squared-off, superelliptical feel rather than true circles. Strokes remain uniform with blunt terminals, and joins are crisp, producing a firm, poster-like texture. The uppercase is especially narrow and vertical, while the lowercase keeps simple, functional forms with compact apertures and clear, sturdy numerals.
Best suited for headlines, posters, and bold short-form messaging where a dense, condensed voice is desirable. It can work well for branding and packaging that needs a strong, industrial presence, and for signage or labels where quick recognition and punch outweigh long-form comfort.
The overall tone is forceful and no-nonsense, projecting a pragmatic, industrial confidence. Its condensed, blocky rhythm reads as assertive and attention-grabbing, with a modern utilitarian flavor rather than a friendly or delicate one.
The design appears aimed at delivering maximum impact in minimal horizontal space, using a squared, superelliptical construction to keep forms robust and consistent. It prioritizes bold presence, compact rhythm, and straightforward lettershapes for display-driven communication.
The font’s tight internal spacing and squared curves create a dense, high-ink footprint that holds together best at larger sizes. Round letters like C, O, and Q show the signature rounded-rectangle construction, and the overall set maintains consistent width discipline and strong vertical emphasis across letters and figures.