<p>The present invention relates to a spinning apparatus (10) for forming a workpiece when the workpiece is arranged in a substantially vertical orientation. The spinning apparatus includes at least one tool (576) capable of altering the shape of the workpiece while spinning. The apparatus also includes a clamp (12, 112) configured to hold the workpiece as the tool works the workpiece. The spinning apparatus includes a spinning arrangement (14) allowing for the vertical arrangement of the workpiece while the tool is working on the workpiece.</p>