With joint or connection between sections of similar material:
(under subclass 231) Elongated member comprising a plurality of longitudinal sections of similar material and including means for connecting the sections end-to-end.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS
52, Static Structures (e.g., Buildings),
726.1+, for shafts comprised of end-to-end connected sections.
403, Joints and Connections, appropriate subclasses for a connecting means, per se.