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Slab Square Pemy 2 is a regular weight, wide, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.

Keywords: headlines, editorial, technical docs, signage, packaging, technical, retro, institutional, utilitarian, clarity, durability, systematic feel, retro utility, strong presence, geometric, square-serif, sturdy, crisp, mechanical.

A sturdy slab-serif with monoline strokes, broad proportions, and a clear, modular construction. Serifs are rectangular and assertive, with flat, square-ended terminals that give the forms a machined, engineered feel. Curves (like O/C/S) are rounded but kept taut and controlled, often meeting stems with blunt transitions rather than soft tapering. Counters are open and spacious, spacing reads even, and the overall rhythm is steady and highly legible at text and display sizes.

Works well for headlines and subheads where a solid, no-nonsense voice is needed, and it can hold up in longer passages thanks to its open counters and consistent stroke weight. It also suits technical documentation, labeling, and signage systems that benefit from a structured, engineered look.

The tone is pragmatic and technical, with a retro industrial flavor reminiscent of labeling, drafting, or equipment typography. Its square serifs and disciplined geometry convey reliability and clarity more than warmth or ornament.

The design appears intended to combine the authority of slab serifs with a clean, geometric, square-ended finish, prioritizing clarity and a systematic feel. It aims for a versatile voice that reads confidently in both text settings and bold, utilitarian display applications.

The design keeps contrast low and edges crisp, emphasizing straight horizontals and verticals across letters and numerals. Figures appear simple and sturdy, matching the alphabet’s blocky serif treatment for consistent color in mixed text.